Chiefs’ Final Week 8 Injury Report Doesn’t Bode Well for Patrick Mahomes

Star wide receiver Rashee Rice returned to the Kansas City Chiefs after a six-game suspension, providing a significant boost to the team. In his first game back, Rice caught two touchdown passes from quarterback Patrick Mahomes, marking his return as Mahomes' primary target for the season.

Mahomes expressed enthusiasm about the team's wide receiver group, highlighting the depth of talent. He mentioned players like Rashee Rice, Xavier Worthy, and "Hollywood" Brown as key targets, while also noting the potential for big plays from others such as Tyquan Thornton, JuJu Smith-Schuster, and Brashard Smith, emphasizing the unpredictability of the offense.

However, the team faced a setback with injury news, as beat reporter Pete Sweeney indicated that star guard Trey Smith is unlikely to play in the upcoming game against the Washington Commanders due to back spasms. Head coach Andy Reid confirmed Smith's doubtful status for the contest.

Additionally, starting left tackle Josh Simmons remains absent from the team for personal reasons, though Reid described the situation as positive and non-negative, with Simmons expected to return in the coming weeks while handling family matters.