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Patrick Mahomes reflects on injury and changes ahead of new season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 9:56 PM

Last updated Jul 24, 2026

Patrick Mahomes reflects on injury and changes ahead of new season

Summary

As the Kansas City Chiefs begin training camp, Patrick Mahomes discusses his recovery from a torn ACL and LCL suffered last December. He admitted to running too much in the previous season, which contributed to his injury, and emphasized the need to take better care of himself moving forward. After participating fully in practice, Mahomes is set to build chemistry with new running back Kenneth Walker III, signed during the offseason. The Chiefs aim for improvement after a disappointing previous season in which their rushing attack faltered.

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Status Watch

•Mahomes nearing full recovery from December knee injury
•Admits running too much contributed to injury last season
•Chiefs signed Kenneth Walker III in offseason to improve rushing attack
•Mahomes fully cleared to practice during training camp
•Chiefs hope for stronger performance after last season's shortcomings

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9:56 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Going To Try and Take Care of Myself’ — Patrick Mahomes Admits Making 1 Major Mistake Before Season-Ending Injury

What they're saying

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The Kansas City Chiefs are back in the building for training camp, giving players and coaches their first opportunity to speak with the media and share their goals and expectations for the upcoming season. Among them was QB1 Patrick Mahomes, who is nearing a full recovery from the torn ACL and LCL he suffered last December.
— Yahoo Sports

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