# Mahomes Back Faster Than Expected | Kansas City Chiefs News

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Podcast: [Kansas City Chiefs News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/kansas-city-chiefs-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7433789)
Published: 2026-09-12T00:39:04+00:00
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Patrick Mahomes defied the odds after tearing his ACL and LCL, returning to lead the Chiefs in Week 1 just weeks after surgery—thanks to relentless rehab and unwavering confidence. Coach Reid praised Mahomes’ determination, even admitting he heard the QB declare his return before the MRI was done. With backups Justin Fields and Garrett Nussmeier on standby, the Chiefs face a tough opener against Denver’s top-ranked pass rush. To add pressure, Reid starts rookie Kahlil Benson at left tackle, while leaning on Kenneth Walker III to ground the offense. Can Mahomes still dazzle under siege? The game plan hinges on strategy—and resilience. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/c1a6942d76649d21

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