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Andy Reid provides update on Patrick Mahomes' Week 1 status

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 8:40 PM

Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Andy Reid provides update on Patrick Mahomes' Week 1 status
Summary

Chiefs head coach Andy Reid affirmed that Patrick Mahomes is practicing well but refrained from predicting his status for the season opener against the Broncos. Although Mahomes avoided the physically unable to perform list and desires to play, Reid emphasized a cautious approach, stating they will proceed based on medical guidance. Mahomes did not take the field in the first two preseason games, with expectations focused on health before the September 14 matchup.

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Key Details
  • •Mahomes has practiced without issue throughout the summer.
  • •He has not played in the team's first two preseason games.
  • •Reid confirmed Mahomes wanted to play against the Buccaneers.
  • •Current status for Week 1 remains uncertain as they assess his readiness.
  • •Other quarterbacks are getting playing time in the meantime.
Latest Updates
  • 10:23 PMYahoo Sports — Andy Reid non-committal to Patrick Mahomes being ready for Chiefs season opener
  • 8:40 PMYahoo Sports — Andy Reid: No predictions on Patrick Mahomes for season opener
What they're saying
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Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes avoided the physically unable to perform list to open training camp and he's been practicing without issue all summer, but head coach Andy Reid stopped short of making any pronouncements about his status for Week 1 on Monday.

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Patrick Mahomes' ACL recovery is progressing well, giving the Chiefs hope for Week 1, but Andy Reid remains unwilling to make a prediction on his return.

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