Patrick Mahomes Leaves Jets Game After Strip-Sack, Then Returns
The hit left Mahomes’ right elbow sore and will likely require further testing to confirm his short-term status.
Overview
- Patrick Mahomes went down after a strip-sack by Jets defender David Bailey in the second quarter and left the field holding his right elbow.
- Chiefs trainers evaluated Mahomes on the bench and he did not go to the locker room or medical tent before halftime.
- Coach Andy Reid told CBS at halftime that Mahomes had “hurt his elbow a little bit” and described it as sore.
- Mahomes returned to the game before halftime and was seen putting his helmet back on and throwing on the sideline.
- The episode raises concern for the Chiefs because Mahomes is their franchise quarterback and further medical tests or official team updates will be needed to determine any short-term impact on his availability.