Andy Reid says Patrick Mahomes is unlikely to play in Chiefs preseason opener
Kansas City coach Andy Reid said the quarterback is probably headed for the sideline next week as he continues his return from knee surgery.
Kansas City Chiefs coach Andy Reid said Friday that Patrick Mahomes is unlikely to play in the team’s preseason opener against the Los Angeles Rams next week. Mahomes has taken part in all phases of training camp as he works back from major knee injuries suffered last December.
Reid said the chances of Mahomes appearing in the exhibition are low, even though the quarterback has been active throughout camp. Mahomes has been aiming to be ready for Week 1 of the regular season.
The quarterback tore his ACL and LCL in December, ending his season. The Chiefs have not announced any change to that recovery plan, and Reid’s comments suggest the team is leaning toward keeping him out of preseason action.
Kansas City is scheduled to open its preseason against the Rams before turning its attention to the regular season. Mahomes’ availability for that game remains the main question as camp continues.
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