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Jon Ediger

Is Chris Jones playing today? Injury updates for Chiefs DL

Kansas City Chiefs defensive lineman Chris Jones is dealing with a calf injury he sustained in the defending Super Bowl champions’ Week 17 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Despite his participation in the Christmas Day victory, the All-Pro pass rusher was listed on the Chiefs’ injury reports for Week 18.

Will Jones’ calf injury affect his ability to participate in Kansas City’s matchup against the Denver Broncos on Sunday, January 5?

Chris Jones injury update

Jones did not participate in any of the Chiefs’ practices this week and is officially listed as doubtful for Kansas City’s Week 18 matchup against the Broncos.

How long will Chris Jones be out?

The Chiefs are resting their starters this week, and Jones is not expected to miss any time during the playoffs.

Chiefs DL depth chart

Veteran interior linemen Mike Pennel and Derrick Nnadi are expected to see the field more than usual in Week 18 while Jones gets some much-needed time off.

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