Overview
- Chiefs medical staff said Mahomes had surgery within 24 hours of the Week 15 injury and estimated a recovery timetable of about nine months, with a possible range of nine to eleven months and a potential 2026 Week 1 return.
- With Mahomes out for the season, Kansas City signed practice-squad quarterback Chris Oladokun to the active roster as Gardner Minshew takes over down the stretch.
- The NFL completed its review of the play and did not fine Chargers lineman Da’Shawn Hand, while safety Tony Jefferson received two separate fines for unrelated infractions.
- The loss to the Chargers eliminated the Chiefs from playoff contention, shaping late-season plans and depth chart decisions at quarterback.
- Head coach Andy Reid described Mahomes as highly positive about his recovery, and teammates shared that the quarterback gifted items such as PlayStation 5 consoles, watches, luggage carriers and e-bikes.