Andy Reid 'Leaning Against' Playing Patrick Mahomes in Preseason
Summary
The Kansas City Chiefs are unlikely to play quarterback Patrick Mahomes during the preseason as he recovers from an ACL injury sustained in the 2025 season. Head coach Andy Reid said the team prefers to give backup quarterbacks more playing time to help them adjust to the team.Key Facts
- The Chiefs’ preseason opener is on August 15 against the Los Angeles Rams.
- Patrick Mahomes is recovering from an ACL tear suffered late in the 2025 season.
- Coach Andy Reid said there is a high chance Mahomes will not play in the preseason games.
- The team wants backup quarterbacks to get more experience in the preseason.
- Justin Fields is Mahomes’ main backup and joined the Chiefs this offseason via trade.
- Garrett Nussmeier, a rookie drafted in the seventh round, also needs preseason reps.
- The Chiefs have two more preseason games scheduled against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Seattle Seahawks.
- The regular season starts on September 14 with a game against the Denver Broncos.
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