Mahomes returns after throwing-arm injury to lead Chiefs past Jets
Patrick Mahomes left the game with an apparent serious elbow injury but returned and played the rest of the match.
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes took a hit from New York Jets edge rusher David Bailey while winding up to throw on Sunday. Mahomes' throwing arm struck the defender and he was left on his knees, grasping his right elbow in visible pain.
Mahomes left the field but returned on the next series and threw a completion to tight end Travis Kelce. After halftime, Mahomes went back out and helped drive the Chiefs to a touchdown and a 21-12 lead.
After the game, Mahomes said he was scheduled for testing. He believed the damage was muscle-related rather than ligament damage, which would have forced him to sit out.
- 21-12
- Chiefs lead score
- right elbow
- Throwing arm
- muscle-related, not ligament
- Injury type believed
Why it mattersA serious elbow injury to a quarterback's throwing arm can end seasons or careers, so Mahomes' ability to continue playing suggests the damage may be less severe than first feared.
AustraliaNo direct impact for Australian viewers, but fans following the NFL will want to track whether Mahomes stays healthy through the season.
