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Will Patrick Mahomes play this week? Injury updates for Chiefs QB

Star quarterback Patrick Mahomes has been dealing with an ankle injury in recent weeks and is still listed on the Kansas City Chiefs’ injury report.

Here is the latest on Mahomes’ status ahead of Kansas City’s divisional-round playoff matchup against the Houston Texans:

Patrick Mahomes injury update

Mahomes was a full participant in all the Chiefs’ practice sessions this week, and there has been no indication that his ankle injury will affect his ability to play this weekend.

While Mahomes may still feel some discomfort, the lingering ankle injury has not hindered Mahomes’ ability to play.

How long will Patrick Mahomes be out?

Mahomes is not expected to miss any time due to his condition. He will be under center for Kansas City when the Chiefs face off against Houston this weekend.

Chiefs QB depth chart

Mahomes’ lone backup is veteran signal-caller Carson Wentz, who was under center for the Chiefs in Week 18.

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