The Kansas City Chiefs are off to a rough start, opening their season 0-2, and now a new concern has fans holding their breath. The team’s latest injury report revealed something unexpected: Patrick Mahomes, the franchise cornerstone, was listed with a wrist issue on his throwing hand.

Patrick Mahomes participates fully despite being added to injury list

While Patrick Mahomes was still listed as a full participant in practice, the detail was enough to stir speculation. Neither Mahomes nor Andy Reid mentioned the injury in their pre-practice media availability, fueling curiosity about how serious the situation might be. Instead, Reid highlighted absences elsewhere, noting that defensive end Mike Danna and cornerback Kristian Fulton were sidelined, while rookies Xavier Worthy and Jalen Royals practiced in a limited capacity.

Here’s Wednesday’s injury report for the Chiefs and Giants. pic.twitter.com/mxZFZy1OSU

— Matt McMullen (@KCChiefs_Matt) September 17, 2025

NFL rules require even minor injuries to be reported, but fans know how quickly small issues can snowball into larger problems when it comes to quarterbacks. Given Mahomes’ central role in the Chiefs’ offense, any uncertainty surrounding his throwing hand is bound to spark anxiety—even if his practice performance appeared unaffected.

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The Chiefs will need every available weapon as they prepare for a crucial Sunday Night Football showdown against the New York Giants.

With the team already desperate to avoid falling to 0-3, Mahomes’ health has become the central storyline of the week.

Kansas City also shuffled its practice squad, re-signing linebacker Cole Christiansen and releasing receiver Hal Pressley, signaling the front office’s intent to maintain depth in critical spots. Meanwhile, rookie Josh Simmons, who dazzled fans with a highlight block against the Eagles, appeared on the injury list with an illness but reassured reporters he expects to play

For the Chiefs, the hope is clear: Mahomes’ wrist injury proves to be nothing more than a footnote, not a turning point in a season already on shaky ground.