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Mahomes Cleared for 2026 Camp, May Skip Preseason Opener

8/10/2026

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Summary

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Doctors cleared Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes to participate in the 2026 training camp, putting him on track to start the regular-season opener against the Denver Broncos on Sept. 14.
Mahomes said his left knee feels great, with assistant coach Dave Toub observing no limp or instability during 13 camp practices.
Coach Andy Reid said there is a chance Mahomes will miss the Aug. 15 preseason opener and likely the rest of preseason.

History

Historical Context

After missing the 2011 season due to cervical spinal fusion, Peyton Manning signed with the Denver Broncos in March 2012 and guided them to a 13-3 regular-season record and a Super Bowl appearance. That recovery set a precedent for franchise-changing quarterback comebacks, which Kansas City Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes cited when cleared for the 2026 training camp.

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Story summary

Doctors cleared Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes to participate in the 2026 training camp, putting him on track to start the regular-season opener against the Denver Broncos on Sept. 14.
Mahomes said his left knee feels great, with assistant coach Dave Toub observing no limp or instability during 13 camp practices.
Coach Andy Reid said there is a chance Mahomes will miss the Aug. 15 preseason opener and likely the rest of preseason.

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