Patrick Mahomes II

Patrick Mahomes II

QB KC Bye 5 PPR #98

Patrick Mahomes II

NFL player. Position: QB. Team: KC.

Quick Facts

  • Position: QB
  • Team: KC (Kansas City Chiefs)
  • Bye week (2026): 5
  • FantasyPros PPR rank (pulled 2026-05-21): 98

2026 Outlook

Mahomes is entering his second season of recovery from ACL surgery. At first OTAs in late May, Mahomes showed positive signs of progress. He's been impressed with new RB Kenneth Walker III, noting Walker's complete skill set—"the way he's able to run the football, catch the football, do everything" — and his professionalism and hunger to learn the system. With Walker added to the backfield alongside Isiah Pacheco, the Chiefs' offensive threats have multiplied, reducing Mahomes' individual workload and injury risk while improving efficiency. (per The one thing that you can't miss about new Kansas City Chiefs RB Kenneth Walker was on full display during the first week of OTAs)

Role / Depth Chart

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Injury Status

Mahomes tore his ACL and LCL during the 2025 season. He underwent surgery in December 2025 and has been in recovery since. At late-May OTAs, he participated in 7-on-7 drills while wearing a black knee brace. Coach Andy Reid is being cautious about his return, refusing to commit to a Week 1 timeline, though Mahomes has insisted he will be ready when training camp begins in July. His recovery is progressing well enough that he's engaging in limited on-field drills. (per Patrick Mahomes takes a big step forward on his repaired knee, joining Chiefs for voluntary workouts)

Per ESPN insider Jeremy Fowler (late May 2026), Mahomes is ahead of schedule and has been in Kansas City spending 6-7 hours daily on rehab rather than splitting time with receivers in Texas. He's been throwing for the last month and is progressing to the "cutting phase" (change-of-direction drills), a critical test of knee stability and confidence. Week 1 remains his goal and appears increasingly realistic based on rehab commitment. (per Patrick Mahomes reportedly rehabbing like a 'maniac' after knee injury with Chiefs)

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Open Questions

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Sources

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