Mahomes Day to Day After Elbow Injury Against Jets

Mahomes hurt his throwing elbow late in the first half of Kansas City’s 35-12 win over the Jets. New York’s David Bailey sacked him twice in a three-play span; on the second sack, Bailey struck his elbow and forced a fumble. Mahomes was checked on the sideline and returned when the Chiefs next had the ball, finishing with 242 passing yards and two touchdowns.

Reid said on November 9 that Mahomes was day to day and that the outlook was more positive than negative. He said Mahomes was in good spirits and would work through rehabilitation and soreness. Kansas City, now 6-2, is scheduled to play the 3-6 Falcons on Sunday.

Receiver Xavier Worthy, who pulled up with a hamstring injury after a catch, and right tackle Jaylen Moore, who hurt his right ankle, were also day to day. The Chiefs are already without receiver Tyquan Thornton, who has a fractured ankle, and left tackle Josh Simmons, who is sidelined on the reserve list by a back injury. Their absences could leave Kansas City relying on third-string players at key positions, and the team could seek help before Tuesday’s trade deadline.

Reid also said he had not decided whether to replace kicker Harrison Butker with Justin Tucker, recently added to the practice squad. Butker failed on an attempt versus New York, marking his 17th unsuccessful kick since last season began, more than any other league kicker during that period. Tucker did not play last season while serving a 10-game suspension for violating the NFL’s personal-conduct policy. He has denied allegations of sexual misconduct made by 16 massage therapists.