Andy Reid updates Chiefs fans on Josh Simmons' injury status
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 11:15 AM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid provided an update on Josh Simmons, who is currently dealing with a back issue. The Chiefs are preparing for their final preseason game against the Seattle Seahawks. Fans have expressed concern over the ambiguity surrounding Simmons' injury, which is being evaluated ahead of the NFL season opener against the Denver Broncos on September 14. Reid assured that Simmons is doing well when on the field, but the lack of clarity has sparked worry among supporters.
- •Chiefs lost to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 16-15 in their last game.
- •Reid is monitoring Simmons' back issue as the preseason concludes.
- •Next game is against the Seattle Seahawks this week.
- •Upcoming season opener is against the Denver Broncos on September 14.
- 11:15 AMYahoo Sports — ‘That’s ominous’ – Chiefs fans express concern after Andy Reid’s update on Josh Simmons
"The Kansas City Chiefs are just over two weeks away from kicking off their 2026 NFL season. They were most recently in action against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, losing 16-15 this past weekend.
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