Kansas City Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes Set to Start Against Houston Texans Despite Ankle Injury
Kansas City, Missouri – Despite sustaining a high ankle injury last Sunday, quarterback Patrick Mahomes is geared up to start for the Kansas City Chiefs in their upcoming game against the Houston Texans at Arrowhead Stadium this Saturday. Mahomes has been given a clean bill of health with no injury status for the game, as confirmed by Chiefs coach Andy Reid.
Coach Reid expressed his optimism about Mahomes’ condition, highlighting that the quarterback participated fully in practice throughout the week, including the final session on Thursday. “He did look good out there,” Reid said. “He moved around pretty good. So, you’re always looking to make sure they can get out the way, not to further any harm to them. So that’s what I look at.”
Reid also commended Mahomes’ mental toughness, noting that the quarterback has consistently impressed him with his resilience and determination to push through setbacks. The team is confident in Mahomes’ ability to perform at his peak despite the recent injury.
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Wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins echoed Reid’s sentiments, stating that Mahomes appeared in top form during practice this week. “Like he always does,” Hopkins remarked when asked about Mahomes’ performance in practice.
Despite Mahomes’ recovery, the Chiefs will be without left tackle D.J. Humphries for the upcoming game due to a hamstring injury. Humphries, who missed practice all week, was sidelined during the Week 14 matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers and sat out of last week’s game against the Cleveland Browns.
Adjustments and Lineup Changes
In Humphries’ absence, the Chiefs have had to make adjustments to their lineup, with Joe Thuney stepping in at left tackle against the Browns. Prior to Humphries’ signing, Wanya Morris and rookie Kingsley Suamataia were considered for the left tackle position but were replaced during games due to performance issues.
As the Chiefs prepare to face off against the Texans, all eyes will be on Mahomes as he leads the team onto the field, demonstrating his unwavering commitment to the game and his teammates.
*As a Chiefs fan myself, seeing Mahomes back on the field after his injury is a huge relief. His resilience and determination are truly inspiring, and I can’t wait to see him in action this weekend. Let’s go Chiefs!*