Patrick Mahomes could return earlier than expected before training camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 2:31 AM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes may be available sooner than anticipated as training camp approaches. He is recovering from a knee injury and participated in offseason practices, indicating a positive recovery trajectory. Insiders suggest Mahomes hopes to join team drills and potentially appear in a preseason game. This would provide valuable preparation for the regular season opener on September 14 against the Denver Broncos.
- •Mahomes recovering from a left knee injury suffered in December 2025.
- •Chiefs expect him to be in uniform for Week 1 against the Broncos.
- •He aims to participate in 11-on-11 team periods during training camp.
- •Mahomes hopes to play in a preseason game for continued preparation.
- •Chiefs aim to improve upon last season's performance with Mahomes available.
- 2:31 AMYahoo Sports — Kansas City Chiefs insider drops an interesting nugget on QB Patrick Mahomes just before training camp
"The Kansas City Chiefs should have their quarterback available a lot sooner than anyone initially thought.
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