Andy Reid sidelines Mansoor Delane in Chiefs' game against Colts
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 4:38 AM
Last updated Sep 22, 2026
Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid elected to bench rookie defensive back Mansoor Delane during the team's Week 2 matchup against the Indianapolis Colts on 'Sunday Night Football.' Delane, who had been recovering from a shoulder injury sustained in Week 1, was available to play but was held out to allow for further healing. Reid's decision came despite indications that Delane was trending toward a return. It remains uncertain if he will participate in the upcoming Week 3 game against the Miami Dolphins.
- •Mansoor Delane was benched against the Colts due to a shoulder injury.
- •Reid wanted Delane to recover more before returning.
- •Delane was available but not used in the game.
- •Next game for Kansas City is against the Miami Dolphins.
- 4:38 AMYahoo Sports — Here's why Chiefs HC Andy Reid benched star defender vs Colts on 'SNF'
"Chiefs HC Andy Reid revealed why he benched rookie DB Mansoor Delane during Kansas City's Week 2 victory over the Colts on 'Sunday Night Football.'
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