Overview
- Late in the second quarter on Sunday, Jets rookie David Bailey strip‑sacked Patrick Mahomes and the QB left the field holding his right elbow before returning to finish the 35-12 win.
- Mahomes completed 23 of 31 passes for 242 yards and two touchdowns after the hit, and he immediately said he would undergo further testing to pinpoint the injury.
- NFL insider Ian Rapoport reported that a postgame MRI did not reveal major structural damage and described the problem as an elbow strain/sprain to be watched for pain and swelling.
- Chiefs coach Andy Reid called Mahomes 'day‑to‑day' and said the team expects rehab and swelling control to determine availability, adding that they will prepare backup Justin Fields if tests give them pause.
- What to watch this week: team medical exams, Mahomes’ practice participation, and how swelling responds to treatment because elbow fluid or soft‑tissue issues can alter a quarterback’s throwing mechanics and short‑term availability.