# Mahomes Rushes Back for Week One | 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: 2026-07-16T20:06:57+00:00
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Patrick Mahomes is racing to return for Week One despite tearing his ACL and LCL in December, risking re-injury to face the Broncos at home in a brutal AFC West showdown. With Justin Fields as backup but Mahomes’ 95-31 record as a starter giving him a clear edge, the Chiefs’ playoff hopes hinge on his return—even if he’s not 100%. The division is loaded: Herbert’s Chargers, Nix’s Broncos, and Cousins-led Raiders make every game critical. Mahomes’ determination underscores how vital this opener is in a stacked conference. 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/ff7b6c14953b2036

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