What happened: Patrick Mahomes wore a specialized compression sleeve on his elbow between offensive possessions Sunday. The equipment was applied on the sideline to manage his arm between series. He remained in the game to take snaps without interruption.

Why it matters: The sideline treatment comes as Patrick Mahomes plays through a UCL injury that required medical clearance earlier in the day. Managing the elbow in real time is critical to sustaining velocity and preventing further structural strain over the second half of the season.

What to watch: Medical staff will evaluate his elbow postgame to determine whether additional treatment or practice restrictions are needed.