Here are the key injury concerns for Andy Reid's Chiefs as they head into 2026 training camp:
Patrick Mahomes (QB) — The biggest story. He's recovering from a multi-ligament left knee tear suffered in Week 15 of 2025. The good news: he's been participating in 7-on-7 drills at OTAs, showing "familiar zip and accuracy," and is trending toward being cleared for 11-on-11 work by camp start (from the Patrick Mahomes page). The coaching staff's main challenge is "protecting him against himself" — he'll want to go full speed immediately. On FantasyPros, an analyst noted he's "healthier than we could have expected," and the team expects him ready for Week 1.
Rashee Rice (WR) — A messy situation. He had knee cleanup surgery with a ~2-month recovery timeline, putting his return roughly two weeks before camp. But he's also serving a 30-day jail sentence for probation violation, meaning he's missed all of OTAs and mandatory minicamp entirely. He'll be ramping up from behind both physically and mentally (from the Rashee Rice page).
Xavier Worthy (WR) — Spotted in a non-contact yellow jersey at OTAs for an undisclosed injury, with a history of labrum/shoulder issues. However, he's bulked up this offseason and Andy Reid has praised his progress, saying he's rounding into form and expected to be ready for camp (from the Xavier Worthy page).
Mansoor Delane (CB) — The rookie first-round pick dinged his shoulder during OTAs and missed mandatory minicamp. Reid said they're hopeful he'll be ready for camp but don't want to rush him — he still has ground to make up after missing valuable reps (from the Mansoor Delane page).
Jalen Royals (WR) — Missed portions of his 2025 rookie season with knee tendinitis, but appears fully healthy and has been a standout at OTAs, drawing praise from both Reid and Mahomes (from the Jalen Royals page).