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Patrick Mahomes aims for Chiefs preseason return, targets Week 1 start

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 2:32 AM

Last updated Aug 23, 2026

Patrick Mahomes aims for Chiefs preseason return, targets Week 1 start

Summary

Patrick Mahomes confirmed his desire to play in one final preseason game for the Kansas City Chiefs as he recovers from a torn ACL. Despite the injury that sidelined him in Week 15 of the 2025-26 NFL season, he feels ready and expressed optimism about returning for the season opener against the Denver Broncos. Coach Andy Reid has yet to clear Mahomes for action but indicated that the QB is on track for a Week 1 return. Mahomes highlighted his intensive rehab through the preseason, stressing his readiness for the upcoming season.

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Status Watch

•Mahomes hopes to play in the Chiefs' final preseason game next week.
•The Chiefs will face the Denver Broncos in their Week 1 opener.
•Mahomes is recovering from a torn ACL sustained last season.
•Coach Andy Reid has not yet confirmed Mahomes' participation.
•Mahomes aims to improve passing accuracy and overall performance.

Latest Updates

2:32 AMYahoo Sports — Patrick Mahomes confirms desire to play in Chiefs preseason, expects to firmly return by Week 1

What they're saying

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Kansas City Chiefs star Patrick Mahomes continues to watch the preseason from the sideline, with the team yet to confirm his return status despite the 30-year-old QB’s upcoming plans. Mahomes tore his ACL in Week 15 of the 2025-26 NFL season, killing what were already dim postseason hopes for the three-time champions in the 2020s.
— Yahoo Sports

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