What happened: Andy Reid said Patrick Mahomes can participate in every training-camp period, with the Kansas City Chiefs evaluating him day by day. The quarterback is recovering from a torn ACL and LCL suffered during the 2025 season.
Why it matters: The clearance strengthens the prospect of Mahomes facing the Denver Broncos in Week 1. It marks a significant step from his limited participation in full-team drills during offseason workouts.
By the numbers: The clearance comes 51 days before the Sept. 14 season opener.
What to watch: Mahomes’ workload through camp will show how quickly he handles full-team periods. Game clearance remains the next threshold before Week 1.