NFL insider reveals latest injury update for Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes

According to NFL insider Ian Rapoport, quarterback Patrick Mahomes has avoided serious injury after taking a massive hit in the Kansas City Chiefs ' Week 9 win over the New York Jets. Mahomes could be seen limping off the field after getting leveled by Jets rookie David Bailey. The two-time MVP was harassed by New York's pass-rush all day and took several brutal blows throughout the blowout victory. After the game, Mahomes underwent MRI testing, which did not reveal a major injury. He is said to have an elbow strain/sprain and will be monitored closely ahead of Kansas City's Week 10 tilt with the Atlanta Falcons. Though Mahomes was able to play through the pain to deliver Kansas City its sixth win of the 2026 regular season, the Chiefs cannot afford to let their star signal-caller continue taking a beating. Expect Kansas City's front office to explore its options to get the franchise quarterback an accomplished blocker — and potentially a wide receiver — ahead of the NFL trade deadline on November 10.