Kansas City Chiefs Injury News: Mahomes Practices, But Status Uncertain for Buccaneers Game
Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes practices in a limited capacity, but remains questionable for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers.
The Kansas City Chiefs got some good news on Wednesday when quarterback Patrick Mahomes returned to practice in a limited capacity. Mahomes has been dealing with a high ankle sprain since the Divisional Round playoff game against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Mahomes was listed as a non-participant in practice on Tuesday, but he was able to do some light work on Wednesday. He was seen throwing passes and moving around well, but he was still limping slightly.
Head coach Andy Reid said after practice that Mahomes is still questionable for Sunday's game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Reid said that Mahomes will need to be able to practice in full on Thursday and Friday before he can be cleared to play.
Here are some additional details about Mahomes' injury:
- Mahomes suffered the injury in the first quarter of the Divisional Round playoff game against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
- He was able to finish the game, but he was clearly hobbled by the injury.
- Mahomes has been receiving treatment for the injury all week, and he is making progress.
- He is expected to be a game-time decision for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers.
If Mahomes is unable to play, the Chiefs will start backup quarterback Chad Henne. Henne has started two games for the Chiefs this season, and he has a record of 1-1.
The Chiefs are hoping that Mahomes will be able to play on Sunday, but they are prepared to start Henne if necessary. Henne is a veteran quarterback with a lot of experience, and he is capable of leading the Chiefs to a win.
