Patrick Mahomes Makes Surprise Appearance on Chiefs’ Injury Report

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – One surprise popped up on the Kansas City Chiefs’ practice report Wednesday. Patrick Mahomes was listed as full participation with a wrist injury on his throwing hand.

Neither Mahomes nor Andy Reid made mention of the injury when speaking to reporters prior to practice. The head coach said only that defensive end Mike Danna (quad) and cornerback Kristian Fulton (ankle) would miss practice, and wide receivers Xavier Worthy (shoulder) and Jalen Royals (knee) both would participate.

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Worthy and Royals were both limited but all signs point to the wide receivers being available for the Chiefs when they visit the Giants on Sunday Night Football (7:20 p.m. CT, NBC/KSHB-TV, Channel 41, 96.5 The Fan). On Tuesday, the Chiefs made two practice-squad transactions, re-signing linebacker Cole Christiansen and releasing wide receiver Hal Pressley, another sign that they’ll be back to full strength on Sunday.

Aug 9, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Jalen Royals (11) against the Arizona Cardinals during a preseason NFL game at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

As for Mahomes, the wrist ailment didn’t appear to hamper the quarterback during the practice periods in which media were allowed to observe.

Another surprise appearance

The other surprise name on the list was rookie left tackle Josh Simmons, listed as limited with an illness. Simmons spoke to reporters in the locker room before practice with regard to his phenomenal tackle on Sunday against the Eagles, an indication that he’s likely to return to full status this week.

NFL rules require teams to disclose even minor injuries. Players will receive their game status on Friday’s injury report.

Giants update

The Giants, meanwhile, listed three linebackers as did not participate on their Wednesday practice report, including starting inside linebacker Darius Muasau (concussion/eye).

New York also was without inside linebacker Demetrius Flanigan-Fowles, who sustained a calf injury last Thursday and missed Sunday’s game at Dallas. He could go on injured reserve this week.

Dec 22, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; New York Giants linebacker Darius Muasau (53) sacks Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (9) during the first half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images | Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

Further depleting the depth on the Giants’ defensive front, edge rusher Chauncey Gholston missed Wednesday’s practice with an ankle injury.

New York wide receivers Wan’Dale Robinson (foot), Gunner Olszewski (back) and Darius Slayton (groin/calf) were limited on Wednesday. Also, the entire left side of the Giants’ starting offensive line – center John Michael Schmitz (toe), guard Jon Runyan (back) and tackle Andrew Thomas (foot) – also were limited.

Thomas is tracking to make his 2025 debut after season-ending foot surgery last year.

Sep 22, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns safety Ronnie Hickman (33) recovers a fumble in front of New York Giants offensive tackle Andrew Thomas (78) during the second half at Huntington Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images | Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

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