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Mahomes Set to Play on SNF as 0-2 Chiefs Visit Giants, With Xavier Worthy Ruled Out

Mahomes is expected to start after practicing fully despite earlier wrist swelling.

Overview

  • Kansas City ruled wide receiver Xavier Worthy out for Week 3 and said he will not travel to MetLife Stadium, tightening a receiver group already missing Rashee Rice due to a six-game suspension.
  • Andy Reid said the swelling in Mahomes’ wrist from Week 2 subsided, the quarterback logged three full practices, and he is slated to play barring a setback.
  • Kickoff is 8:20 p.m. ET, and sportsbooks list the Chiefs as roughly a 6.5-point favorite over New York.
  • Early-season struggles for Kansas City include a low-efficiency run game, a high quick-pressure rate allowed, and multiple offensive-line penalties that have stalled drives.
  • New York’s path centers on a strong pass rush led by Brian Burns and Dexter Lawrence, though the Giants have battled their own protection issues and a heavy penalty count with Russell Wilson guiding the offense.