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Patrick Mahomes updates his recovery status ahead of preseason for Chiefs

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 7:30 AM

Last updated Aug 9, 2026

Patrick Mahomes updates his recovery status ahead of preseason for Chiefs

Summary

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes discussed his recovery from a torn ACL sustained in December during a media session following training camp practice. Mahomes expressed confidence in his knee, stating that he sometimes forgets about the injury and aims to be ready for Week 1 of the regular season. Chiefs head coach Andy Reid indicated that there is a strong likelihood Mahomes will not play in the first preseason game against the LA Rams on August 15, nor in subsequent games, as the team prioritizes his health to prepare for the season opener against the Denver Broncos on September 14.

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Status Watch

•Mahomes is recovering from a torn ACL suffered last December.
•He stated he aims for a return in Week 1, not preseason.
•Reid suggests Mahomes likely won't play in the first preseason game.
•The Chiefs' preseason schedule includes the LA Rams, Buccaneers, and Seahawks.
•The regular season opener is against the Broncos on September 14.

Latest Updates

7:30 AMYahoo Sports — Patrick Mahomes’ update on his injured knee sends a message on potential preseason status for Chiefs

What they're saying

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Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes opened up on his recovery from the torn ACL he suffered last December and what it means for preseason. The Chiefs’ decade-long run of Playoff appearances and Super Bowl dominance came to an end last season, as the franchise went 6-11 and lost star QB Mahomes to a torn ACL in Week 15.
— Yahoo Sports

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