Patrick Mahomes set to play for Chiefs against Broncos in Week 1
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 21, 2026, 12:02 PM
Last updated Jul 21, 2026
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is expected to play against the Denver Broncos on Monday Night Football in Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season. Mahomes, recovering from a torn ACL and LCL suffered last season, has made it clear that being ready for the start of the season is his main goal. The Chiefs organization is optimistic about his readiness, and Denver hopes for a healthy return of their own quarterback Bo Nix, who is preparing for training camp after his injury.
- •Mahomes aims to return for Week 1 against the Broncos.
- •He suffered a torn ACL and LCL last season.
- •Chiefs and Broncos both express optimism about their quarterbacks' health.
- •Training camp starts at the end of the month for the Broncos.
- 12:02 PMYahoo Sports — Patrick Mahomes status: Latest update for Chiefs QB ahead of Week 1
"All signs point toward Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes being ready to play against the Broncos on 'MNF' in Week 1.
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