NFL insider reveals latest injury update for Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes
According to NFL insider Ian Rapoport, quarterback Patrick Mahomes has avoided serious injury after taking a massive hit in the Kansas City Chiefs ' Week 9 win over the New York Jets.
Key points
- pic.twitter.com/uWPbBY3Gaa — Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) November 9, 2026 Though Mahomes was able to play through the pain to deliver Kansas City its sixth win of the 2026 regular season, the Chiefs cannot afford to let their star signal-caller continue taking a beating.
- Mahomes could be seen limping off the field after getting leveled by Jets rookie David Bailey.
- Mahomes’ elbow strain/sprain will be monitored over the next few days for pain and swelling.
#Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes underwent an MRI following today’s win and sources say the tests did not reveal a major injury.
Expect Kansas City's front office to explore its options to get the franchise quarterback an accomplished blocker — and potentially a wide receiver — ahead of the NFL trade deadline on November 10.
Additional details
- He is said to have an elbow strain/sprain and will be monitored closely ahead of Kansas City's Week 10 tilt with the Atlanta Falcons.
- The two-time MVP was harassed by New York's pass-rush all day and took several brutal blows throughout the blowout victory.
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