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Patrick Mahomes out for Chiefs' preseason opener against Rams

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 7:00 PM

Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Patrick Mahomes out for Chiefs' preseason opener against Rams
Summary

The Kansas City Chiefs are set to play the Los Angeles Rams in their first preseason game on August 15 at Arrowhead Stadium. Star quarterback Patrick Mahomes will not participate as he continues to recover from a torn ACL and LCL in his left knee. Chiefs head coach Andy Reid confirmed Mahomes' absence and stated that Justin Fields will start in his place. Reid has not committed to including Mahomes in upcoming preseason games, with the focus on having him ready for the regular-season opener against the Denver Broncos.

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Status Watch
  • •Chiefs host Rams in preseason Week 1 on August 15.
  • •Patrick Mahomes is recovering from a knee injury and won't play.
  • •Justin Fields is expected to start for the Chiefs.
  • •Mahomes' involvement in future preseason games is uncertain.
Latest Updates
  • 7:00 PMYahoo Sports — Why isn't Patrick Mahomes playing in preseason game vs. Rams?
  • 10:31 AMYahoo Sports — Is Patrick Mahomes playing today? Chiefs QB's status for preseason Week 1 vs Rams
What they're saying
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Will Patrick Mahomes play in the Chiefs' preseason Week 1 game vs. the Rams? Here's everything to know about the QB's status ahead of the 2026 season.

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Patrick Mahomes is coming off a torn ACL in 2025, and though he was fully cleared to participate in training camp, the Chiefs aren't taking chances.

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