Patrick Mahomes clears medical status for Chiefs season opener against Denver Broncos

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is officially cleared to play in the team's season opener against the Denver Broncos this Monday. The signal-caller participated in full practices from Thursday through Saturday, resulting in no injury designation on the latest team report. This return follows a lengthy rehabilitation process necessitated by ACL and LCL tears suffered last December. His recovery comes after a difficult 2025-26 season for Kansas City, which finished 6-11 and missed the postseason for the first time since 2014. The Chiefs aim to reclaim their status in the AFC West with the veteran quarterback back under center. Kickoff for the contest at Arrowhead is set for 8:15 p.m. ET.

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