Chiefs Optimistic About Mahomes' Recovery Ahead of Draft

Coach Reid says star QB on track to return for 2026 season

Apr. 2, 2026 at 9:12pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a quarterback in the midst of throwing a pass, with the figure and ball broken down into overlapping, angular shapes and planes.The Chiefs remain hopeful that star quarterback Patrick Mahomes will make a full recovery from his knee injury in time for the 2026 season.Kansas City Today

The Kansas City Chiefs have expressed optimism about quarterback Patrick Mahomes' recovery from a knee injury, with head coach Andy Reid stating the team expects Mahomes to be ready for the 2026 NFL season. Mahomes suffered the injury late in the 2025 season, but the team believes he is progressing well in his rehabilitation and should be able to participate in offseason activities leading up to the draft.

Why it matters

Mahomes is the centerpiece of the Chiefs' offense and his health is crucial to the team's Super Bowl aspirations. His potential return to full strength would provide a major boost as the Chiefs look to build on their recent success and make another championship run.

The details

Mahomes sustained a knee injury in Week 14 of the 2025 season that sidelined him for the remainder of the year. The Chiefs went on to make the playoffs without their star QB but were eliminated in the divisional round. In the offseason, the team has expressed confidence in Mahomes' recovery process, with Reid stating the 27-year-old is 'on track' to be ready for training camp and the start of the 2026 campaign.

  • Mahomes suffered the knee injury in Week 14 of the 2025 NFL season.
  • The Chiefs expect Mahomes to be ready for the start of the 2026 NFL season.

The players

Patrick Mahomes

The starting quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs, a two-time NFL MVP and Super Bowl champion.

Andy Reid

The head coach of the Kansas City Chiefs, known for his innovative offensive schemes and success in developing star quarterbacks.

Kansas City Chiefs

A professional American football team based in Kansas City, Missouri that plays in the National Football League.

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What they’re saying

“Patrick is on track, and we're excited about where he's at in the rehab process. We expect him to be ready to go for training camp and the start of the season.”

— Andy Reid, Head Coach, Kansas City Chiefs

What’s next

The Chiefs will continue to closely monitor Mahomes' recovery throughout the offseason and into training camp, with the goal of having him fully healthy and ready to lead the team's offense in 2026.

The takeaway

Mahomes' potential return to full strength is a crucial development for the Chiefs as they look to build on their recent success and make another push for a Super Bowl championship. The team's optimism about his recovery process provides a positive outlook heading into the 2026 season.