Patrick Mahomes to wear knee brace at practice, focuses on comfort

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 9:06 AM

Last updated Jul 25, 2026

Patrick Mahomes to wear knee brace at practice, focuses on comfort
Summary

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes will wear a knee brace during practice as he recovers from a torn ACL. He stated he feels comfortable wearing the brace, which he used in college, and will assess how he feels about it moving forward. Mahomes noted there’s no definitive timeline for how long he will wear it, emphasizing it's based on his comfort level. He expressed confidence in his ability to perform while using the brace, recalling positive experiences from past play while wearing protective gear.

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  • Mahomes recovering from a torn ACL sustained on December 14
  • Will assess comfort level with the knee brace during practice
  • Has worn a knee brace previously with success
  • No specific timeline for wearing the brace established
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  • 9:06 AMYahoo SportsPatrick Mahomes will wear a brace on his knee, "I can still move and be myself with it"
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"It's not like I've been told I have to wear it or how long I have to wear it. It's just going to be my comfortability how I feel," Mahomes said.

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