{
  "id": 284291,
  "title": "Chiefs coach Andy Reid hints Patrick Mahomes may sit out entire Chiefs preseason after knee surgery",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/07/chiefs-coach-andy-reid-hints-patrick-mahomes-may-sit-out-entire",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-07T22:23:02.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Associated Press",
    "slug": "associated-press",
    "url": "https://apnews.com/article/kansas-city-chiefs-patrick-mahomes-nfl-79b1c049de1d4f6d4e402b8e6a56a9a1"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "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.",
  "summary": "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…",
  "key_points": [
    "Chiefs coach Andy Reid hints Mahomes may sit out preseason.",
    "Patrick Mahomes underwent knee surgery in December.",
    "Reid suggests Mahomes will miss opener and likely second game."
  ],
  "editors_take": "Mahomes sitting out the entire preseason would give backup quarterbacks Justin Fields and Garrett Nussmeier a chance to take on bigger roles and gain valuable experience.",
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}