Chiefs' Mahomes Recovery and Team Rebuild
Key Questions
What contract extension did Patrick Mahomes sign?
Patrick Mahomes signed a record $504.75M extension with the Chiefs. He is aiming for a Week 1 return while rehabbing from ACL/LCL injuries.
Has Patrick Mahomes been cleared to practice?
Mahomes received full medical clearance before training camp on July 21 and is now practicing. Rashee Rice has also been cleared, while Norman-Lott is on PUP.
What is the Chiefs' outlook after last season?
The Chiefs are no longer seen as playoff locks following a 6-11 season. Bieniemy has returned, new stadium renderings released, and Cris Carter predicts Kelce's 'last dance'.
Patrick Mahomes signed record $504.75M extension, pushing for Week 1 return from ACL/LCL rehab. Received full medical clearance before training camp (July 21). Mahomes is practicing at camp; Rashee Rice also cleared. Norman-Lott on PUP. Chiefs no longer playoff locks after 6-11 season. Bieniemy returns (now impacted by shooting incident). New stadium renderings released. Cris Carter predicts Travis Kelce's 'last dance' season. Offseason impact ranking (July 28) notes Mahomes extension as key.