Chiefs' Andy Reid Shares Honest Update on Patrick Mahomes’ Return Timeline
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is recovering from a knee injury and may be ready to play by Week 1 of the 2026 season. Mahomes' recovery is crucial for the Chiefs, who are relying on him to lead the team after a disappointing 6-11 finish in the previous season.
Patrick Mahomes injured his knee in a Week 15 game, tearing his ACL and LCL. He had surgery the next day, which helped him start his recovery quickly. Mahomes has already regained 90 degrees of knee movement and may participate in training camp this summer. The Chiefs will be cautious and keep him out of preseason games, but a Week 1 return is possible. Mahomes' availability is crucial for the Chiefs, who lost veteran backup Gardner Minshew in free agency. The team has secured the return of tight end Travis Kelce, who will reunite with Mahomes for the 2026 season.
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