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NFL: Chiefs’ Early Primetime Games Not Tied to Patrick Mahomes’ Knee Recovery
- On September 14, the Kansas City Chiefs open their 2026 season hosting the Denver Broncos on "Monday Night Football," a scheduling decision signaling confidence in quarterback Patrick Mahomes, who is recovering from a torn ACL and LCL suffered December 14, 2025.
- Mahomes underwent surgery to repair his left knee almost immediately following his injury during a Week 15 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers. He has since targeted a return for Week 1 of the 2026 season.
- Chiefs general manager Brett Veach and head coach Andy Reid reported Mahomes "hasn't missed a day" of rehab this month. Reid noted the quarterback spends seven hours daily in the facility, putting in significant work to ensure readiness.
- Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix is also recovering from a broken ankle sustained during an AFC Divisional Round win over the Buffalo Bills. Both teams face uncertainty regarding starter availability for the season opener.
- The NFL scheduled six primetime or stand-alone games for the Chiefs, reflecting their status as one of the league's most popular teams. Despite a 6-11 finish last year, the organization remains a significant draw for broadcasters and viewers.
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NFL: Chiefs’ early primetime games not tied to Patrick Mahomes’ knee recovery
The NFL’s decision to put the Kansas City Chiefs in primetime windows the first two weeks of the season wasn’t meant to be a hint on how fast Patrick Mahomes will recover from knee surgery.
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