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Mahomes unlikely to play Chiefs preseason opener against Rams
Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid has indicated that quarterback Patrick Mahomes is unlikely to play in the team's first preseason game against the Los Angeles Rams on August 15. Reid…
The Story in Brief
Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid has indicated that quarterback Patrick Mahomes is unlikely to play in the team's first preseason game against the Los Angeles Rams on August 15. Reid told reporters on Friday that percentages lean against playing Mahomes, adding that backup quarterbacks need reps.
Mahomes tore his ACL in December, ending his 2025 season. He has been cleared to practice but wears a no-contact jersey. Justin Fields and rookie Garrett Nussmeier are expected to see action. Reid did not rule out Mahomes playing later in the preseason.
The Indian Opinion
The narrative that Mahomes must play preseason games to regain form ignores how the Chiefs handled his recovery. Safeguarding a Rs 4000 crore investment is common sense, not caution. The real test is not August friendlies but whether Mahomes's mobility returns by September. Watch for his first contact practice clearance, not preseason snaps.
Source: hindustantimes.com
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