Overview
- Multiple reporters, including Jordan Schultz and Ian Rapoport, say Simmons is back at the Chiefs’ facility after missing four games for a personal family matter.
- Andy Reid and Clark Hunt reiterated the issue is private and said the team has maintained positive communication with Simmons.
- Reports characterize Week 11 at Denver as the likely target for his availability, with this week serving as a ramp‑up period.
- Jaylon Moore started in Simmons’ absence and allowed three sacks and 12 pressures over four games, and the line struggled in Sunday’s loss to Buffalo.
- Simmons started the first five games and allowed one sack with strong pass‑blocking grades, positioning him to resume protecting Patrick Mahomes’ blind side once cleared.