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Reid: Mahomes unlikely to play in Chiefs' preseason opener

Patrick Mahomes will likely miss the Kansas City Chiefs preseason opener against the Los Angeles Rams as he continues to recover from knee surgery. Coach Andy Reid is prioritizing the quarterback's long-term health and is taking a conservative approach to his participation. The team has released an unofficial depth chart for the first preseason game, though the organization remains focused on Mahomes' rehabilitation progress. Reid has dismissed concerns regarding a future replacement for Mahomes, stating the quarterback will be with the team longer than the coach will be.

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The Chiefs released an unofficial depth chart for the preseason opener against the Los Angeles Rams.

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  1. Mahomes unlikely to play in Chiefs preseason opener against Rams

    Patrick Mahomes will likely miss the Kansas City Chiefs preseason opener against the Los Angeles Rams as he continues to recover from knee surgery. Coach Andy Reid is prioritizing the quarterback's long-term health and is taking a conservative approach to his participation. The team has released an unofficial depth chart for the first preseason game, though the organization remains focused on Mahomes' rehabilitation progress. Reid has dismissed concerns regarding a future replacement for Mahomes, stating the quarterback will be with the team longer than the coach will be.

    Why it matters

    The Chiefs are entering their first game week of the season. Mahomes is currently rehabbing a knee injury following surgery. This caution reflects a strategy to ensure the star player is fully healthy for the regular season.

    What is confirmed

    • The Kansas City Chiefs will play the Los Angeles Rams in their preseason Week 1 game.
    • Andy Reid is taking a conservative approach to Patrick Mahomes' preseason participation to protect his long-term health.

    Still unconfirmed

    • The first unofficial depth chart released by the Chiefs contains several surprises.

    What to watch next

    • Official game-day roster for the preseason opener
    • Updates on Patrick Mahomes' knee rehabilitation progress
    Sources used for this update (4)
    1. www.kctv5.com — KC Sports Tonight -- Chiefs enter game week for preseason opener
    2. sports.yahoo.com — Chiefs’ Andy Reid Gets Honest About Rams Amid ‘Rare’ Situation
    3. www.nfl.com — Chiefs' Andy Reid not worried about heir to Patrick Mahomes: 'He'll be here longer than' me
    4. sports.yahoo.com — Kansas City Chiefs' first unofficial depth chart ahead of preseason Week 1 vs. Los Angeles Rams includes a few surprises
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  2. Patrick Mahomes unlikely to play in Chiefs' preseason opener

    Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is unlikely to play in the team's preseason opener due to his ongoing recovery from knee surgery. Coach Andy Reid has expressed caution about Mahomes' preseason participation, citing the team's focus on his long-term health. Mahomes has been rehabbing his knee and has made significant progress, but the Chiefs are being conservative with their star player.

    Why it matters

    The Kansas City Chiefs are preparing for their preseason opener, but the status of quarterback Patrick Mahomes remains uncertain. Mahomes suffered a torn ACL in Week 15 of the previous season, which ended the team's decade-long run of playoff appearances and Super Bowl dominance. The Chiefs went 6-11 without Mahomes and are looking to rebound this season.

    What is confirmed

    • Andy Reid says Patrick Mahomes is unlikely to play in the preseason opener
    • Patrick Mahomes has been rehabbing his knee and has made significant progress
    • The Chiefs are being conservative with Patrick Mahomes' preseason participation

    Still unconfirmed

    • Patrick Mahomes might sit out the entire preseason

    What to watch next

    • The Chiefs' preseason schedule and Patrick Mahomes' progress in practice
    • The team's announcement on Mahomes' status for the regular season opener
    • Patrick Mahomes' comments on his knee recovery and preseason participation
    Sources used for this update (19)
    1. NBC Sports — Andy Reid: I don’t know if Patrick Mahomes will play in the preseason
    2. ESPN — Reid: Mahomes unlikely to play in Chiefs' preseason opener
    3. USA Today — Will Patrick Mahomes play in preseason? Andy Reid provides update on Chiefs QB
    4. Yahoo Sports — Chiefs' Andy Reid says 'percentages probably lean against' playing Patrick Mahomes in preseason
    5. People.com — Patrick Mahomes Worked ‘Seven Hours a Day’ to Rehab His ACL During Chiefs Offseason, Andy Reid Says
    6. Kansas City Star — Will Patrick Mahomes play in Chiefs’ first preseason game? Signs point to no
    7. The New York Times — Chiefs’ Andy Reid says Patrick Mahomes unlikely to play in preseason games
    8. WRAL — Chiefs coach Andy Reid hints Patrick Mahomes may sit out entire Chiefs preseason after knee surgery
    9. Yahoo Sports — Patrick Mahomes Likely to Skip Preseason: Impact and Plan
    10. Yahoo Sports — Chiefs Are Unlikely To Play Their Star QB In Preseason
    11. Yahoo Sports — Patrick Mahomes Expected To Sit Preseason Opener, Andy Reid Shares Updated Plan
    12. New York Post — Chiefs make Patrick Mahomes decision for preseason opener
    confidence 85%

  3. Patrick Mahomes unlikely to play in Chiefs' preseason opener

    Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is unlikely to play in the team's preseason opener due to his ongoing recovery from knee surgery. Coach Andy Reid has expressed uncertainty about Mahomes' preseason participation, citing a lengthy rehabilitation process. Mahomes had surgery in December and has been working hard to regain his strength.

    Why it matters

    The Kansas City Chiefs are preparing for their preseason games, but star quarterback Patrick Mahomes' status remains uncertain. Mahomes suffered a torn ACL in Week 15 of the previous season, leading to a 6-11 team record and no playoff appearance. His recovery and preseason participation are crucial for the team's prospects.

    What is confirmed

    • Andy Reid says Patrick Mahomes is unlikely to play in the preseason
    • Patrick Mahomes had knee surgery in December
    • Mahomes has been working hard to rehab his ACL, reportedly seven hours a day

    Still unconfirmed

    • Patrick Mahomes might sit out the entire preseason

    What to watch next

    • The Chiefs' preseason schedule starts on August 15
    • Further updates on Mahomes' recovery and participation in team practices
    • The team's first preseason game and Mahomes' potential availability
    Sources used for this update (19)
    1. NBC Sports — Andy Reid: I don’t know if Patrick Mahomes will play in the preseason
    2. ESPN — Reid: Mahomes unlikely to play in Chiefs' preseason opener
    3. USA Today — Will Patrick Mahomes play in preseason? Andy Reid provides update on Chiefs QB
    4. Yahoo Sports — Chiefs' Andy Reid says 'percentages probably lean against' playing Patrick Mahomes in preseason
    5. People.com — Patrick Mahomes Worked ‘Seven Hours a Day’ to Rehab His ACL During Chiefs Offseason, Andy Reid Says
    6. Kansas City Star — Will Patrick Mahomes play in Chiefs’ first preseason game? Signs point to no
    7. The New York Times — Chiefs’ Andy Reid says Patrick Mahomes unlikely to play in preseason games
    8. WRAL — Chiefs coach Andy Reid hints Patrick Mahomes may sit out entire Chiefs preseason after knee surgery
    9. Yahoo Sports — Patrick Mahomes Likely to Skip Preseason: Impact and Plan
    10. Yahoo Sports — Chiefs Are Unlikely To Play Their Star QB In Preseason
    11. Yahoo Sports — Patrick Mahomes Expected To Sit Preseason Opener, Andy Reid Shares Updated Plan
    12. New York Post — Chiefs make Patrick Mahomes decision for preseason opener
    confidence 85%