Patrick Mahomes faces ACL injury warning as his father encounters new hurdle over Chiefs games

Patrick Mahomes, the Kansas City Chiefs' star quarterback, is facing an early warning regarding his ACL recovery as he prepares to start against the Denver Broncos in Week 1. Nine months after tearing his ACL, concerns are mounting over whether Mahomes is returning too quickly. Furthermore, his father, Patrick Mahomes Sr., is seeking permission to travel to several games during the 2026 NFL season, including games in Kansas City, Las Vegas, and Cincinnati.

This development comes as there are concerns about the protection Mahomes will receive on the field, particularly with left tackle Josh Simmons potentially sidelined due to a lingering back injury. The specific blocking technique used by Simmons, known as the "snatch technique," has raised concerns among analysts about the potential risk of Mahomes suffering another ACL injury.

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