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ESPN NFL fantasy football takes on Patrick Mahomes
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PositiveProjectionJul 31, 2026
Mahomes is expected to be in the huddle with the rest of the offense's projected starters during Wednesday's on-field work, signaling his readiness and central role in the Chiefs' 2026 offense.PositiveProjectionJul 31, 2026
Quarterback is fully cleared for camp and feeling "amazing" after recovering from his left knee injury. During early camp practices, Mahomes demonstrated improved mobility, rolling to his left and right before throwing downfield at a faster pace than displayed during the offseason program. He is expected to be in the huddle with projected offensive starters (Travis Kelce, Kenneth Walker III, Rashee Rice, Xavier Worthy, Tyquan Thornton) when the Chiefs open Wednesday's full-team work. Mahomes also showed comfort executing play-action passes and screen passes, with the offense experimenting with increased under-center looks (11-on-11 reps showed him under center more than half the time Thursday, compared to 80.6% shotgun usage last season).PositiveProjectionJul 31, 2026
Mahomes is expected to be in the huddle with the rest of the offense's projected starters during Wednesday's on-field work, signaling his readiness for the 2026 season.PositiveRoleJul 31, 2026
The Chiefs are experimenting with increased under-center formations with Mahomes, a notable shift from last season when he operated from shotgun in 80.6% of snaps (third-most in NFL). During Thursday's practice, Mahomes was under center more than half the time during first-team 11-on-11 reps, allowing coach Andy Reid to evaluate his play-action execution and running back Kenneth Walker III's between-the-tackles running. Mahomes demonstrated improved mobility during individual periods, rolling left and right before throwing downfield while continuing to rehab from his left knee injury. He is expected to be fully operational with the projected starting offense beginning Wednesday's full-team session.PositiveInjuryJul 24, 2026
Mahomes fully cleared by Chiefs medical staff and Dr. Dan Cooper (Cowboys head team physician) to participate in training camp on Wednesday, two days before Friday arrival at Missouri Western State. Expected to lead first-team offense during 11-on-11 team periods throughout camp; Coach Andy Reid does not plan to limit his usual repetitions. Mahomes demonstrated ability to run, cut, and change directions to protect himself around teammates. Mahomes targeting Week 1 return for season opener Sept. 14 vs. Denver on Monday Night Football; will continue wearing compression sleeve and brace on left leg. Mahomes stated 'I feel stronger than I've ever felt, as far as strength and lifting [weights]' and 'I feel amazing.' Plans to improve pocket movement, sharpen decision-making, and throw quicker than last season. If progress continues, Chiefs will decide on preseason game participation; Mahomes has never missed entire preseason in nine-year career.