Kansas City has struggled with injuries throughout the season, but heading into Week 16, the Chiefs are particularly battered.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes has begun rehab following surgery to repair two torn ligaments in his left knee, and the team is optimistic the two-time MVP could be back early next season — perhaps even by the time Kansas City plays Week 1.

The Chiefs’ offensive line injuries had already pushed two undrafted tackles into starting roles last week. Esa Pole, who originally signed with the Chiefs last year, opened the game against L.A. at left tackle; Chu Godrick, who came to the Chiefs through the NFL’s International Player Program, started at right tackle.

Kansas City Chiefs star quarterback Patrick Mahomes has suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in his left knee, an injury that will sideline the two-time MVP until 2026 and has extinguished the Chiefs’ post-season aspirations.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Patrick Mahomes tore the ACL in his left knee while trying to keep the Kansas City Chiefs' postseason hopes alive in the waning seconds of a 16-13 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, and the two-time MVP quarterback was considering surgical options.

It was only a matter of time, but the Kansas City Chiefs have now officially placed QB Patrick Mahomes on injured reserve following his surgery to repair damaged ligaments in his left knee. The corresponding moves made today show precisely what the rest of the 2025 NFL season is about for this

With many expecting Travis Kelce to retire, the Kansas City Chiefs have been linked to arguably the best TE in college football.