Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes suffered a high ankle sprain during Sunday’s game against the Cleveland Browns and is now expected to be week-to-week, as reported by NBC Sports and NFL Network.
Mahomes exited the game in the fourth quarter, and his replacement, Carson Wentz, took over as the Chiefs secured a 21-7 victory. As he left the field, Mahomes was seen limping, raising concerns about the severity of his injury. Kansas City head coach Andy Reid confirmed that while Mahomes’ right ankle is sore, it is not broken. Reid emphasized the importance of rehabilitation and noted that Mahomes’ status will be assessed on a day-to-day basis.
The star quarterback acknowledged after the game that he felt capable of re-entering, but opted for caution, allowing Wentz to finish. With this win, the Chiefs improved to 13-1 and hold a two-game lead over the Buffalo Bills for the top spot in the AFC. Their upcoming schedule includes two games within the next ten days against the Houston Texans and the Pittsburgh Steelers on Christmas Day.
Mahomes has experience playing through high ankle sprains; he dealt with a similar injury during the divisional round playoff game against the Jacksonville Jaguars in January 2023. He remarkably returned to that game after missing only a quarter and went on to lead the Chiefs to a Super Bowl victory.
In the game against the Browns, Mahomes completed 19 of 38 passes for a total of 159 yards and two touchdowns. This season, he has amassed impressive stats, including over 3,348 passing yards, with 22 touchdowns and 11 interceptions.
As the Chiefs navigate this injury, the team remains in a strong position with a secure lead in their division. The resilience that Mahomes has shown in the past gives fans hope that he will bounce back quickly and effectively, contributing to Kansas City’s quest for another successful postseason.
Overall, the situation calls for cautious optimism as the Chiefs prepare for their upcoming challenges, with Mahomes likely eager to return to the field as soon as possible.