Patrick Mahomes returns after injury, leads Chiefs to victory over Broncos
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 12:20 PM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026
Patrick Mahomes returned to action for the Kansas City Chiefs on September 14 against the Denver Broncos. The quarterback, who missed the entire 2025 season due to ACL and LCL injuries, threw for 184 yards and two touchdowns in the team’s 31-10 victory. Mahomes' early surgery and aggressive rehabilitation were key to his swift recovery. His comeback performance surprised many in the NFL community as the Chiefs look to rebound from last season's challenges.
- •Mahomes injured his left knee in December 2025.
- •He underwent surgery in Dallas quickly to reduce swelling.
- •Mahomes started rehabilitation just days after surgery.
- •The Chiefs' victory marks a strong season opener for 2026.
- •Experts are impressed by Mahomes' rapid recovery.
- 12:20 PMYahoo Sports — Jay Glazer reveals Patrick Mahomes’ ‘unreal’ approach to ACL recovery before Chiefs comeback
"NFL reporter Jay Glazer has revealed Patrick Mahomes’ unique approach to his recovery from his ACL and LCL injuries. Mahomes injured his left knee in a game against the Los Angeles Chargers in December and missed the rest of the 2025 season.
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