Chiefs coach Andy Reid hints Patrick Mahomes may sit out entire Chiefs preseason after knee surgery
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (AP) — Chiefs coach Andy Reid said Friday that it is unlikely that quarterback Patrick Mahomes will play in their preseason opener against the Rams next week, and it’s possible that the two-time MVP skips…
Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid has suggested that quarterback Patrick Mahomes might be sidelined for the entirety of the team's preseason, potentially skipping the entire three-game exhibition slate. This possibility stems from the fact that Mahomes underwent knee surgery in December to address torn ligaments in his left knee.
Despite being ahead of schedule in his rehabilitation, Mahomes has participated in the full offseason program and received clearance from his surgeon, Dr. Dan Cooper, to practice without restrictions. However, Chiefs coach Reid has indicated that there is a strong likelihood Mahomes will not play in the preseason opener against the Rams, with the odds favoring him sitting out the second and third preseason games as well.
While Mahomes' extensive experience is a factor, Reid acknowledges that his competitive nature may compel him to play for a few snaps in the second game against Tampa Bay. The Chiefs have bolstered their backup options by trading for veteran Justin Fields and drafting LSU's Garrett Nussmeier in the seventh round, both of whom will benefit from additional preseason playing time.
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