Chiefs place Josh Simmons on IR as back injury recovery stalls

The Kansas City Chiefs have placed offensive tackle Josh Simmons on injured reserve due to a stalled recovery from a bulging disc in his lower back. Simmons, who has not played this season, has been deemed to have 'plateaued' in his rehabilitation efforts, according to team head trainer Rick Burkholder. This situation is compounded by the Chiefs' ongoing injury issues, with Simmons expected to miss at least four more games. The team will continue to move forward with Khalil Benson as their starting left tackle. Simmons could potentially return in Week 11 against the Arizona Cardinals.

• 5:13 PMYahoo Sports — Chiefs get terrible Josh Simmons news as back injury recovery has 'plateaued'