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Mahomes Shows Leg Strength in First Post-ACL Drill

7/30/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Patrick Mahomes took snaps in an 11-on-11 drill, his first participation since tearing his ACL.
Coach Andy Reid said Mahomes looked strong, showed leg strength, and moved his feet well.
Mahomes completed gains to tight ends Jared Wiley and Travis Kelce and two red-zone passes to rookie receiver Cyrus Allen.
Rookie Garrett Nussmeier threw a rolling pass to Jake Briningstool and a no-look pass to Tre Watson.

History

Historical Context

After a compound tibia-fibula fracture in November 2018 that nearly required amputation, quarterback Alex Smith spent a year in external fixation before returning in 2020 to start for Washington, earning Comeback Player of the Year honors. His recovery, secured by a four-year $94 million deal with the Washington Football Team under coach Ron Rivera, reflects the NFL’s growing emphasis on advanced orthopedic care.

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Story summary

Patrick Mahomes took snaps in an 11-on-11 drill, his first participation since tearing his ACL.
Coach Andy Reid said Mahomes looked strong, showed leg strength, and moved his feet well.
Mahomes completed gains to tight ends Jared Wiley and Travis Kelce and two red-zone passes to rookie receiver Cyrus Allen.
Rookie Garrett Nussmeier threw a rolling pass to Jake Briningstool and a no-look pass to Tre Watson.

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