The Kansas City Chiefs are expected to rest their starters when they face the Denver Broncos in Week 18, but the status of star quarterback Patrick Mahomes is something for fans to keep their eyes on heading into the playoffs.
Is Mahomes likely to play in the Chiefs’ regular season finale against the Broncos on January 5?
Patrick Mahomes injury update
Mahomes was a limited participant in Kansas City’s Wednesday and Thursday practice sessions due to a lingering ankle injury.
Earlier this week, Chiefs head coach Andy Reid announced that veteran backup Carson Wentz will be under center for Kansas City in Week 18, though the extent to which Mahomes’ injury played a factor in his decision to start the former North Dakota State Bison remains unclear.
How long will Patrick Mahomes be out?
The Chiefs are set to give their starters an extended rest period between Week 18 and Kansas City’s eventual Divisional Round matchup in the playoffs.
Mahomes isn’t expected to miss time beyond Week 18.
Chiefs QB depth chart
Veteran signal-caller Carson Wentz will start for the Chiefs in Week 18 and is likely to be backed up by Chris Oladokun, who is currently on Kansas City’s practice squad.
