Patrick Mahomes was out there on the field throwing before Saturday’s game against the Los Angeles Rams, a sight that should have every Chiefs fan absolutely pumped. The star quarterback, still working his way back from a serious knee injury he picked up back in December, wasn’t playing. We knew that. But he still went out there and made a huge statement, the kind of move that sends ripples: he straight-up took off his knee brace to throw.
Mahomes Said He’d Show Up, And He Did
Look, when a guy says he’s gonna do something, then does it, that’s leadership. Mahomes made it clear that even though the decision to play was out of his hands, he’d go through his normal preparation for every exhibition. And true to his word, Sam McDowell of The Kansas City Star reported Mahomes was right there on the sideline, full pads, full uniform, going through warmups with his teammates. No doubt that commitment sent a shot of energy through the squad, even with him watching from the sidelines. That’s the kind of dedication you love to see from your quarterback, especially when he’s on the mend.
That Brace-Off Moment Was Pure Fire
But it gets even better. Matt Derrick of Chiefs Digest dropped a bomb: Mahomes was actually out there throwing *before* the game. And here’s the kicker, the moment that made everyone stop and stare: Derrick confirmed Mahomes *removed his brace* and handed it over to a trainer before he started slinging the ball around. Shortly after, the NFL’s official social media account posted a clip of him hitting veteran tight end Travis Kelce. Talk about a statement! Taking that brace off, even for a pregame toss, signals some serious progress and confidence in that knee. It’s got to get the league buzzing about his return.
Kelce’s Game Time Up In The Air
Speaking of Kelce, the 36-year-old veteran tight end was on the receiving end of some of those pregame throws from Mahomes. But here’s the thing: the game itself was happening under a heat advisory. That’s no joke, especially for veteran players. The big question now is how much, if any, playing time Kelce will actually see on Saturday amidst those scorching conditions. It’s a smart call to be cautious with your key guys when the weather gets that intense.
So what’s next? Everyone’s glued to how Mahomes’ recovery progresses after that brace-off throwing session. And we’re all wondering how much Kelce will even be out there given the heat. But one thing’s for sure: Mahomes is pushing the limits, and that’s a pure shot of adrenaline for everyone watching.
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Originally reported by Arrowhead Pride.
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