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NFL·INJURY·July 27, 2026 09:14 AM ET

Mahomes' full camp clearance keeps Week 1 return on track

He underwent ACL and LCL surgery in December.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 271 min read
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What happened: Judy Battista said Patrick Mahomes is "so far ahead of schedule" after his recent training-camp work. Andy Reid has cleared him for every camp period, with his workload evaluated day to day.

Why it matters: A Week 1 return would come roughly nine months after Mahomes injured his left knee. His availability will shape the offense's preparation for the upcoming season.

By the numbers: Mahomes tore his ACL and LCL on Dec. 14, 2025. He received full camp clearance about seven months after surgery, while Week 1 remains his stated target.

What to watch: His participation level and response to full-team periods are the next checkpoints. Any preseason workload will further clarify his path to Week 1.

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