Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (ankle) is officially off the Week 16 injury report and is officially good to play on Saturday versus the Houston Texans in Week 16. Mahomes went down late in the Week 15 win over the Cleveland Browns with what the team was calling a mild high-ankle sprain, but he surprisingly was able to practice in full all week from Tuesday through Thursday and will suit up against Houston on Saturday. The two-time MVP most likely won't be as fleet of foot in and outside of the pocket, though, making him more of a midrange QB2, at best, against the Texans this weekend. Mahomes enters the week as the QB9 on the season in overall fantasy points but just hasn't had the previous upside he's had in recent years given all the injuries to KC's receivers. The good news is Mahomes will be getting Marquise Brown (shoulder) in Week 16.
Dec 19, 2024 3:38 PM EST
The Houston Texans D/ST looked to be a top-10 fantasy option in Week 16 against the Kansas City Chiefs, but the promising prognosis for quarterback Patrick Mahomes (ankle) is good news for everything but Houston's fantasy outlook. Instead of backup quarterback Carson Wentz, it's business as usual for the 13-1 Chiefs, making the Texans' Saturday at Arrowhead significantly more difficult. Kansas City's offense has run the most plays in the league and ranks inside the top 10 in passing touchdowns, first downs, fewest fumbles lost, and scoring percentage. Even though the Texans have been a productive fantasy defense, this matchup can and should be avoided.
Dec 19, 2024 3:19 PM EST
Per head coach Andy Reid, Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (ankle) will "most likely end up playing" this Saturday against the Houston Texans. Matt McMullen of the team reported the news. According to McMullen, wide receiver Marquise Brown (shoulder) also has a good chance to play. It's excellent news for the Chiefs as, at the point of Mahomes' injury, he appeared to be a candidate for missed time. With Kansas City still battling for a first-round bye, they're getting healthy at the right time. The 27-year-old will get a tough matchup against a visiting Texans defense that's allowed the sixth-fewest passing yards per game to opponents (196.9).
Dec 19, 2024 2:19 PM EST
According to Ari Meirov of the 33rd Team, Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (ankle) was a full participant during Wednesday's practice. This was his second straight full practice of the week, putting him in a good position to suit up on Saturday to face the Houston Texans. Mahomes left Sunday's game early due to a high-ankle sprain but appears to have avoided a significant injury. Fantasy managers should pay close attention to his status during Thursday's practice, as it will likely clarify his availability for this weekend. Before exiting Sunday's game, Mahomes went 19-for-38 with 159 yards and two scores against the Browns. If Mahomes can suit up, fantasy managers should view him as a low-end QB1 facing the Houston Texans, who have allowed the 12th-most PPR points to opposing QBs.
Dec 18, 2024 4:10 PM EST
The expectation is that Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (ankle) is going to try and give it a go in Week 16 against the Houston Texans on Saturday despite suffering a mild high-ankle sprain in the Week 15 win over the Cleveland Browns on Saturday. Mahomes obviously won't be 100 percent if he plays this weekend, but the belief right now is that he will play against Houston. The two-time MVP looked to be in quite a bit of pain in the fourth quarter on Sunday as he hobbled off the field, but head coach Andy Reid said he could have gone back into the game if needed. The Chiefs still have not locked up the top seed for home-field advantage throughout the AFC playoffs, so they still have something to play for in Week 16. Mahomes practiced in full on Tuesday and is on track to play, although his mobility will certainly be limited if he's active, making him hard to get behind as a QB1 in fantasy.
Dec 18, 2024 1:13 PM EST
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (ankle) was listed as a full participant for Tuesday's practice. It's a bit of a surprise after Mahomes suffered a mild right high-ankle sprain in the Week 15 win over the Cleveland Browns in the fourth quarter on Sunday. Head coach Andy Reid said Mahomes probably could have gone back into Sunday's game if he needed to. KC listed the 29-year-old two-time MVP as week-to-week on Monday, but there's a chance he'll be able to suit up this Saturday in Week 16 against the Houston Texans. Mahomes still needs to get through a couple more days of practice without a setback, but the fact he's practicing in full to begin the week is a good sign he'll at least have a shot at playing. If Mahomes does play, he'll be more of a QB2 play in fantasy. If the Chiefs play it safe and hold him out, backup Carson Wentz would make his first start of the year.
Dec 17, 2024 7:07 PM EST
NFL Network's Ian Rapoport says there is a "possibility" that Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (ankle) is unavailable to play this coming Saturday in Week 16 action against the Houston Texans after suffering what the team is calling a mild high-ankle sprain in the Week 15 win over the Cleveland Browns. Mahomes is being considered week-to-week with an injury that can sideline some players anywhere from four to six weeks. The two-time MVP, though, has a reputation as a very quick healer, so he's not being ruled out for Saturday's game, although on a short week with the Chiefs up two games over the Bills for the top spot in the AFC playoff picture, it won't surprise anyone if Carson Wentz makes the start under center for KC against Houston. And with the Chiefs facing another quick turnaround in Week 17 on Christmas Day next Wednesday, it's possible Mahomes misses two games.
Dec 17, 2024 12:08 PM EST
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (ankle) has been diagnosed with a mild high-ankle sprain following tests on Monday and is still considered week-to-week after being injured late in the Week 15 win over the Cleveland Browns on Sunday, according to sources. With the Chiefs facing the Houston Texans on Saturday in Week 16 and then with another short turnaround in Week 17 with a Christmas Day game the following Wednesday versus the Pittsburgh Steelers, it wouldn't be a surprise if Mahomes misses a game or two to make sure he's fully healthy heading into the postseason. Fantasy managers still alive in the playoffs that have been starting Mahomes need to formulate a backup plan quickly. If the two-time MVP misses any time, backup Carson Wentz would be thrust into starting duties for the Chiefs.
Dec 16, 2024 1:01 PM EST
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (ankle) is unsure if he'll be available for the Week 16 contest this coming Saturday against the Houston Texans after injuring his right ankle in the Week 15 win over the Cleveland Browns on Sunday. Head coach Andy Reid said Mahomes' ankle isn't broken, but it's believed he's dealing with a high-ankle sprain after going down midway through the fourth quarter in the eventual 21-7 win. Reid said Mahomes could have stayed in the game, but "there was no need for that." The superstar QB finished 19-for-38 for 159 yards and two touchdowns before leaving. He was replaced by backup Carson Wentz, who would be in line to start on Saturday against Houston if Mahomes isn't cleared by then. Fantasy managers relying on Mahomes need to formulate a backup plan in case the two-time MVP cannot play in Week 16.
Dec 16, 2024 12:02 PM EST
Per NFL reporter Albert Breer, the Kansas City Chiefs believe that quarterback Patrick Mahomes (ankle) picked up a high-ankle sprain in Sunday's 21-7 win over the Cleveland Browns. The Texas Tech alum got awkwardly twisted up during the second half of the contest in what looked like it could have been an ugly injury. Fortunately, Mahomes was able to hobble off the field. X-rays were negative, which is good news for the 29-year-old. However, he'll undergo further testing on Monday to determine the severity of the injury. While no presence of a fracture is excellent, high-ankle sprains have been known to take a few weeks to heal and could potentially linger longer than that. Fantasy managers will want to keep tabs on the three-time Super Bowl champ as he'll be operating on back-to-back short weeks with a game on Saturday in Week 16 and Wednesday the following week. Quarterback Carson Wentz came into the game in relief of Mahomes on Sunday and figures to be his fill-in should he miss time.
Dec 15, 2024 9:00 PM EST
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (ankle) will undergo more tests on Monday. The signal-caller suffered a right ankle injury in Sunday's win over the Cleveland Browns. X-rays were negative, which is good. Still, the team is concerned about swelling. Of course, fantasy managers will anxiously await further updates. As such, the team will surely be cautious with the multi-time MVP, so there's a chance he won't be out there when the Chiefs play the Texans in Week 16. If that's the case, Carson Wentz, who had 20 yards off 2-for-2 passing in Week 15, will presumably remain under center.
Dec 15, 2024 5:31 PM EST
Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid said that quarterback Patrick Mahomes (ankle) is experiencing soreness following Sunday's Week 15 win over the Cleveland Browns. The good news, however, is that Mahomes did not fracture any bones. The superstar quarterback suffered the injury while being tackled during the second half. He was replaced by Carson Wentz and did not return to the contest. Fantasy managers should stay tuned for additional updates from the Chiefs over the next week, starting with Tuesday's injury report. Mahomes has less than one week to get healthy before Kansas City takes on the Houston Texans next Saturday.
Dec 15, 2024 4:50 PM EST
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes will take on the Cleveland Brown in Week 15. Mahomes had an underwhelming performance last week against the Los Angeles Chargers. The 29-year-old passed for 210 yards and one touchdown in Week 14. Mahomes will now face the Browns, who rank 16th in fantasy points allowed to opposing quarterbacks this season. With Jameis Winston at the helm for the Browns offense, the potential for a high-scoring game is on the table. If the Cleveland passing attack can push the pace and score against the Chiefs, Mahomes may need to perform at a higher level than usual. The issue with the Kansas City offense this season has been the lack of ceiling performances, but a matchup with Cleveland could be what fantasy managers need in the first round of the fantasy playoffs. Mahomes is ranked QB13 in our RotoBaller rankings this week, just outside the QB1 range. Fantasy managers will have to hope for a high-scoring game this weekend.
Dec 14, 2024 12:14 PM EST
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes completed 24 of 37 pass attempts (65%) for 210 yards and a touchdown in the 19-17 win over the Los Angeles Chargers. The matchup against the Chargers was difficult for Mahomes as he was sacked three times and did not score a touchdown in the entire second half. That said, the Chiefs did just enough to secure the win and the division. The 29-year-old had his worst fantasy performance since Week 7 against the 49ers when he passed for 154 yards, no touchdowns, and two interceptions. Mahomes will look to bounce back from a statistical standpoint next week against the Cleveland Browns, who rank 17th in fantasy points allowed to opposing quarterbacks this season. The hope is that Jameis Winston will push the tempo on the other side of the ball and force the Chiefs offense to score more points. Fantasy managers will have to hope Mahomes leaves this lackluster performance in the rearview mirror.
Dec 9, 2024 10:24 AM EST
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes will face the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday night in Week 14. The veteran quarterback passed for 306 yards and a touchdown in last week's close victory against another divisional opponent, the Las Vegas Raiders. The Raiders brought the ball within field goal range and had a chance to take the lead but fumbled a snap in the final minute. The 29-year-old will have a more challenging time producing against the Chargers, who rank ninth in fantasy points allowed to opposing quarterbacks this season. The Chargers are currently the fifth seed in the AFC playoff picture, meaning they're a good team and determined to give Kansas City a run for their money. Mahomes only has two games over 20 fantasy points in a four-point per passing touchdown league this season, so he has been disappointing from a ceiling standpoint. That said, Mahomes has managed to stay turnover-free in four of his last five contests and passed for three touchdowns in three of those games. The Chiefs quarterback is ranked QB7 in our RotoBaller rankings this week, making him a mid-tier QB1. Fantasy managers can feel comfortable with Mahomes in their starting lineups, even if he doesn't possess the elite ceiling we've grown accustomed to.
Dec 7, 2024 11:29 AM EST
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes completed 26 of 46 passes (57%) for 306 yards and one touchdown in the 19-17 win over the Las Vegas Raiders. Mahomes also rushed twice for four yards. Mahomes and the Chiefs appeared in line for their second loss of the season before a last-minute fumble cost the Raiders the game. The Chiefs quarterback passed for over 300 yards for the second time in 12 games this season. The Week 13 win also marked the sixth game with one of fewer passing touchdowns for Mahomes this year. That said, the veteran quarterback has been turnover-free in four of the last five games and has turned his best performances of the season recently. Mahomes will look to get back on track next week against the Los Angeles Chargers, who rank 16th in fantasy points allowed to opposing quarterbacks this season. Mahomes has demonstrated he still has the potential for QB1 weeks, but it is becoming increasingly difficult to know when those will be. Fantasy managers will hope for a better showing from Mahomes in Week 14.
Nov 30, 2024 4:27 AM EST
The Las Vegas Raiders defense/special teams scored six fantasy points largely by sacking Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes five times in a 19-17 loss on Friday. Pass-rush specialists Maxx Crosby and K'Lavon Chaisson were able to exploit mismatches with the Chiefs' struggling exterior offensive linemen. However, this doesn't move the needle much for the unit for the rest of 2024 in fantasy football. They still struggle to stop opposing offenses from scoring. The heavily ball-control focused Chiefs offense scored 19 points, which isn't a ton, but LV wasn't able to force a single turnover, making it difficult for them to rack up points on fantasy scoreboards. They'll face an elite Tampa Bay Buccaneers offense in Week 14 and shouldn't be started in fantasy leagues.
Nov 29, 2024 10:27 PM EST
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes will face the Las Vegas Raiders on Black Friday in Week 13. Mahomes is coming off his best performance of the year against the Carolina Panthers in Week 12. The Panthers held their own against Kansas City despite being massive underdogs, allowing Mahomes to pass for 269 yards and three touchdowns. The 29-year-old will look to build on that performance in Week 13 against the Raiders, who rank 25th in fantasy points allowed to opposing quarterbacks this season. Mahomes is ranked QB9 in our RotoBaller rankings, making him a low-end QB1 option this week. Given his recent performance and advantageous matchup, fantasy managers should be encouraged to start Mahomes.
Nov 28, 2024 2:17 PM EST
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes completed 27 of 37 pass attempts (73%) for 269 yards and three touchdowns in the 30-27 win over the Carolina Panthers. The 29-year-old also rushed five times for 60 yards in this game. Mahomes had by far his best game of the season in this week's contest despite being heavy favorites going into the matchup. The Panthers offense kept pace with the Kansas City offense until the end of the game. The Chiefs eventually won the game on a last-second field goal, but the Panthers tied the game with under two minutes in the fourth quarter. The Chiefs quarterback will look to keep this momentum rolling into their Black Friday matchup with the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 13. The Raiders rank 25th in fantasy points allowed to opposing quarterbacks this season, meaning Mahomes will have a favorable matchup next Friday. Fantasy managers should be encouraged by this performance and feel more confident about starting him.
Nov 25, 2024 4:02 AM EST
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes will take on the Carolina Panthers in Week 12. The 29-year-old is coming off the team's first loss of the season and looking to bounce back. Mahomes threw for 196 yards and three touchdowns in the contest but coughed up the ball with two interceptions. The Chiefs quarterback has underperformed his fantasy expectations this season, but the Panthers will be a good spot for him to right the ship. The Panthers rank 26th in fantasy points allowed to opposing quarterbacks this season, so Mahomes will have one of the most favorable matchups at the position. Mahomes is ranked QB8 in our RotoBaller rankings this week, making him a low-end QB1 option for fantasy. Given his favorable matchup, fantasy managers can feel more confident about starting Mahomes this week.
Nov 23, 2024 2:41 AM EST
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