Patrick Mahomes Injury Update Revealed After Big Hit During Chiefs Game
Several hits in the second quarter
Jets rusher David Bailey struck Mahomes’ right arm in the second quarter, and two other opposing players hit him afterward. Mahomes was on the ground grimacing before leaving the field briefly.
After warming up on the sidelines, the quarterback returned and finished the game. The game took place at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City on Sunday, November 8.
MRI shows no major injury
Mahomes said he chose to keep playing if he was able. He told ESPN that the pain was concerning, but he received treatment, particularly at halftime, and felt good afterward.
Mahomes expects soreness
Mahomes said adrenaline was still affecting how he felt and that he expected soreness the following day. He also said he had never experienced elbow problems before and hoped to avoid them.
Chiefs career and new deal
Mahomes has been with the Kansas City Chiefs since 2017. Over the summer, he signed a new deal with the team that the report described as setting a record.
Key points
- Mahomes’ postgame MRI showed no major injury.
- His elbow strain or sprain will be monitored for pain and swelling.
- He returned after warming up and played the rest of the game.
- Mahomes said he felt good afterward but expected to be sore.