Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes left the game against the Cleveland Browns late in the fourth quarter after sustaining an injury. During a critical fourth-and-3 play, Mahomes was taken down by multiple defenders, which forced him to exit the game and limp to the sidelines. Following this, he was replaced by Carson Wentz for the remainder of the series.
It appeared that Mahomes suffered an ankle injury, as CBS sideline footage showed trainers wrapping both of his ankles shortly afterward. After the matchup, he was seen heading for additional evaluation concerning the injury. This season has already seen Mahomes deal with ankle issues; notably, he injured one during a Monday Night Football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in early November and was also rolled up on by a defender in a previous game against the Raiders.
Mahomes faced significant pressure during the game, enduring 12 hits overall, with nine of those coming in the second half. This season, he has experienced 108 hits on passing attempts, highlighting the physical toll on the quarterback.
As the Chiefs gear up for a challenging stretch in their schedule with three games in the next 11 days, they have a crucial matchup against the Houston Texans at Arrowhead Stadium on Saturday, followed by a notable Christmas Day game in Pittsburgh.
The resilience of Mahomes and his ability to bounce back from injuries will be pivotal for the Chiefs as they navigate a demanding portion of the season. Fans remain hopeful that he will recover quickly and lead the team effectively in the coming games.