Patrick Mahomes among notable fantasy football bounce-back candidates
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 3:35 PM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Patrick Mahomes is highlighted as a key bounce-back candidate for the upcoming NFL season following a serious knee injury that required surgery. Reports indicate he is on track to be ready for Week 1. Concerns remain about his previous performance, particularly his dependence on rushing statistics, which may decline this season. The Kansas City Chiefs' supporting cast, including aging players and a potential shift to a run-heavy game plan, could impact his passing opportunities. Another player cited is Cam Skattebo from the New York Giants, who is recovering from an ankle injury but showed promise in his rookie year before being sidelined.
- •Mahomes aims to return for Week 1 after ACL and LCL surgery.
- •Concerns exist over Mahomes' rushing output and overall offensive support.
- •Skattebo was performing well before a mid-season ankle injury.
- •Both players are being watched closely as fantasy draft season approaches.
- 3:35 PMYahoo Sports — Fantasy Football Injury Bounce-Back Candidates: Buy the Patrick Mahomes Dip
"Injury is the great disruptor of fantasy football. Every season, a wave of productive players goes down.
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