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Is Patrick Mahomes playing today? Injury updates for Chiefs QB

It is no secret that Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes has faced issues with his ankle in the latter half of the regular season.

This week, Mahomes was listed on the Chiefs’ injury report ahead of Kansas City’s divisional-round playoff matchup against the Houston Texans.

Is there cause for concern regarding Mahomes’ condition heading into Saturday’s game?

Patrick Mahomes injury update

Mahomes has been dealing with an ankle injury, but he was a full participant in all of the Chiefs’ practices this week after getting an extended rest period.

How long will Patrick Mahomes be out?

Mahomes is not expected to miss any time due to his condition, and will almost certainly be under center for Kansas City when the Chiefs face off against the Texans on Saturday afternoon.

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Chiefs QB depth chart

Should Mahomes need to leave the field on Saturday, veteran signal-caller Carson Wentz would take over under center for Kansas City.

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