Head coach Andy Reid confirmed Friday that wide receiver Rashee Rice is officially OUT for the Chiefs’ Sunday matchup against the Chargers.
Rice’s Hamstring and Knee Issues Force First Missed Game
This is a big blow, especially since it is the first game Rice will miss this season. He has been sidelined from practice all week, battling both hamstring and knee injuries. So far this year, Rice has been a solid contributor, hauling in 13 catches for 190 yards and a touchdown. Losing him, even for one game, is a real problem for that offense, especially in a divisional clash.
Simmons’ Back Injury Keeps Him Off the Field All Year
But that is not the only headache for the Chiefs. Left tackle Josh Simmons is also ruled out for Sunday. Simmons has not played a single down all year, battling a back injury that just will not quit. There is a small silver lining, though: he did get back to practice this week. That is a good sign for his chances of returning to the lineup down the road, but it will not help them against the Chargers.
So, going into this AFC West divisional battle, the Chiefs are going to have to dig deep without two key pieces. Let us hope Simmons can get fully healthy soon and Rice’s return is not far off, because they will need all hands on deck for what is ahead.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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