Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman Josh Simmons faces uncertain Week 1 status
5 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Sep 9, 2026, 7:33 PM
Last updated Sep 9, 2026
Kansas City Chiefs left tackle Josh Simmons remains uncertain for the team’s season opener against the Denver Broncos on September 14. Simmons has struggled to regain fitness due to a lingering back injury originally sustained during training camp. Although the team initially expected the issue to be minor, the lineman sought a second opinion that did not change his diagnostic outlook. The organization is currently managing the injury, which officials confirm is not a result of a player withholding participation from team activities. To address potential absences, the Chiefs have added depth to the offensive line by acquiring Joshua Ezeudu and Diego Pounds. These players, along with Jaylon Moore and Kahlil Benson, may see increased snaps if Simmons is unavailable. Clarity regarding the official injury report is expected when the team begins its practice schedule this Thursday.
- •Josh Simmons continues to experience lingering effects from a back injury suffered in training camp.
- •His status for the September 14 game against the Denver Broncos remains unclear.
- •The team added Joshua Ezeudu and Diego Pounds to provide depth on the offensive line.
- •Practice reports on Thursday are expected to provide a clearer status on his availability.
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"Josh Simmons is dealing with a back injury, leaving his status for the Kansas City Chiefs’ Week 1 game against the Denver Broncos uncertain. The back injury has kept him sidelined since training camp. With no clear timetable for his return, the Chiefs may be forced to turn to a younger, less experienced option at […] The post Chiefs Hit With Harsh Criticism as Patrick Mahomes Protector’s Week 1 Status Remains Unclear appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
"The Kansas City Chiefs are in full preparations for their Week 1 opponent, the Denver Broncos. One of the biggest questions surrounding the Chiefs heading into that matchup is the injury status of left tackle Josh Simmons, who sustained a back injury several weeks ago. Simmons has not practiced since, putting his availability for the […] The post Andy Reid Provides More Clarity on Josh Simmons’ Injury appeared first on HEAVY.
"LT Josh Simmons’ status for the Kansas City Chiefs’ season opener on September 14 against the Denver Broncos is not looking good. Simmons sustained what everyone thought was a minor back injury during Chiefs training camp, but the lineman has struggled to regain fitness a week before their season opener against the Denver Broncos.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 9, 2026, 7:33 PMChiefs Hit With Harsh Criticism as Patrick Mahomes Protector’s Week 1 Status Remains Unclear
Josh Simmons is dealing with a back injury, leaving his status for the Kansas City Chiefs’ Week 1 game against the Denver Broncos uncertain. The back injury has kept him sidelined since training camp. With no clear timetable for his return, the Chiefs may be forced to turn to a younger, less experienced option at […] The post Chiefs Hit With Harsh Criticism as Patrick Mahomes Protector’s Week 1 Status Remains Unclear appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
- Yahoo SportsSep 8, 2026, 9:53 PMChiefs still have a major injury problem despite Patrick Mahomes’ return
Chiefs coach Andy Reid confirms Patrick Mahomes will likely start Week 1 against the Broncos, with rookie Kahlil Benson stepping in at left tackle for injured Josh Simmons.
- Yahoo SportsSep 8, 2026, 8:40 PMAndy Reid Provides More Clarity on Josh Simmons’ Injury
The Kansas City Chiefs are in full preparations for their Week 1 opponent, the Denver Broncos. One of the biggest questions surrounding the Chiefs heading into that matchup is the injury status of left tackle Josh Simmons, who sustained a back injury several weeks ago. Simmons has not practiced since, putting his availability for the […] The post Andy Reid Provides More Clarity on Josh Simmons’ Injury appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsSep 8, 2026, 5:52 PMChiefs’ Andy Reid says there’s a good chance Josh Simmons misses Week 1
Kansas City is preparing to start the season without last year’s first-round pick on the blindside.
- Yahoo SportsSep 8, 2026, 8:28 AMChiefs’ Josh Simmons injury update emerges amid uncertain status for NFL Week 1
LT Josh Simmons’ status for the Kansas City Chiefs’ season opener on September 14 against the Denver Broncos is not looking good. Simmons sustained what everyone thought was a minor back injury during Chiefs training camp, but the lineman has struggled to regain fitness a week before their season opener against the Denver Broncos.
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