Mahomes cleared for full Chiefs training camp, returns to practice

Mahomes cleared for full Chiefs training camp, returns to practice

Quarterback Patrick Mahomes returned to Kansas City Chiefs practice after being cleared for full training camp participation following his ACL surgery. He will train with a knee brace, and the team said it will take a cautious approach, noting some fans' concerns about the appearance of his leg. Earlier, Mahomes said he feels stronger than ever after rehab and that missing time with his children was the hardest part.

He also indicated he would use a knee brace during practice, adjusting its use based on comfort. The quarterback noted that advice from Tom Brady and other players who recovered from similar injuries helped his recovery, and head coach Andy Reid confirmed his medical clearance.

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July 27, 2026
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Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes cleared for full training camp participation after ACL surgery
Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes cleared for full training camp participation after ACL surgery

Yahoo Sports • 27 Jul 07:15

Patrick Mahomes returned to Kansas City Chiefs practice after being cleared post-ACL surgery, while some fans noted concerns about his leg appearance and the team plans a cautious approach.

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July 25, 2026
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Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes to use knee brace during practice after ACL surgery
Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes to use knee brace during practice after ACL surgery

NBC Sports • 25 Jul 09:08

Patrick Mahomes said he will start training with a knee brace after his ACL repair and will decide its duration based on comfort, noting he feels able to move with it.

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Mahomes cleared for full participation at Chiefs training camp after ACL/MCL recovery
Mahomes cleared for full participation at Chiefs training camp after ACL/MCL recovery

Yahoo Sports • 25 Jul 07:07

Quarterback Patrick Mahomes said he feels stronger than ever and is ready to practice, while noting that missing time with his children was the hardest part of his rehab.

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July 24, 2026
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Mahomes cleared for training camp after knee surgery, cites advice from Brady and others
Mahomes cleared for training camp after knee surgery, cites advice from Brady and others

NBC Sports • 24 Jul 23:21

Quarterback Patrick Mahomes, who underwent ACL and LCL surgery in December, has been cleared for Kansas City Chiefs training camp after consulting fellow players who recovered from similar injuries.

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Chiefs coach says Patrick Mahomes cleared to practice after ACL tear
Chiefs coach says Patrick Mahomes cleared to practice after ACL tear

NBC Sports • 24 Jul 20:06

Chiefs head coach Andy Reid confirmed that quarterback Patrick Mahomes has received medical clearance to fully participate in training camp following his December ACL injury.

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