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Most notably, the 30-year-old is coming off an ACL tear he suffered late in the 2025 season against the Chargers. All reports about his progress have been positive, but the Chiefs could still limit him early in the season.
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Mahomes' ACL recovery and declining receiving corps create unusual downside risk.

Mahomes is coming off an ACL tear suffered late in the 2025 season against the Chargers. While all reports about his recovery progress have been positive, the Chiefs could still limit him early in the season and lean on free agent Kenneth Walker III as he regains his legs. Beyond injury risk, concerns include an unreliable receiving corps led by Rashee Rice and aging Travis Kelce, plus declining production since his 2022 MVP season. The source notes there is more risk than usual surrounding the perennial Pro Bowler.

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