Chiefs rookie Mansoor Delane intercepts pass, leaves game with injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 1:00 AM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026

Mansoor Delane, the Kansas City Chiefs' first-round rookie cornerback, intercepted Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix's opening pass on Monday night in Week 1. Shortly after his interception, Delane left the field due to a shoulder injury and was later reported questionable to return. This initial play highlighted Delane's potential impact as a key addition to the Chiefs' revamped secondary, especially given his previous shoulder concerns during the offseason. Patrick Mahomes capitalized on the turnover with a rushing touchdown, but Delane's status remains uncertain for the remainder of the game.
- •Delane intercepts Nix on his first NFL drive.
- •He leaves the game shortly after due to a shoulder injury.
- •Mahomes scores a rushing touchdown after the turnover.
- •Delane was selected sixth overall in the 2026 NFL Draft.
- •His injury status will be closely monitored by the Chiefs.
- 1:00 AMYahoo Sports — Chiefs rookie makes interception on opening drive, leaves game immediately after & has not returned
"The rookie has experienced the highs and lows of the NFL in a matter of moments.
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