Patrick Mahomes could return for Chiefs' season opener against Broncos
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 11:31 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is under consideration to return by Week 1 after recovering from a torn ACL. Initially faced with a 9-12 month recovery timeline, sources indicate that both Mahomes and the team are optimistic. ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reported that Mahomes is progressing and participating in 7-on-7 drills, with hopes of joining full-contact practices later. The Chiefs have also acquired Justin Fields and Garrett Nussmeier as additional options in case Mahomes cannot go. The team's season opener is scheduled for September 14 against the Denver Broncos.
- •Mahomes suffered a torn ACL near the end of last season.
- •Optimism surrounds his recovery with participation in drills.
- •Chiefs added Justin Fields and Garrett Nussmeier for depth.
- •Season opener against the Denver Broncos is on September 14.
- 11:31 PMYahoo Sports — Major new update emerges on Patrick Mahomes’ recovery timeline
"The Kansas City Chiefs believe QB Patrick Mahomes may return in 2026 a lot sooner than most initially thought.
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