Overview
- Rice became a full practice participant on Friday and has no game designation, and multiple reports say he is expected to play Sunday against the Broncos.
- The receiver has 13 catches for 190 yards and a touchdown in four games this season, and Patrick Mahomes said Rice’s physical play will help take pressure off other targets.
- Kansas City’s Friday injury report listed L’Jarius Sneed, rookie Mansoor Delane and R Mason Thomas as questionable and ruled Omarr Norman‑Lott out, with coach Andy Reid saying Delane’s shoulder will be monitored.
- Denver ruled out safety Talanoa Hufanga and running back RJ Harvey but is likely to get cornerback Patrick Surtain II back after multiple full practices.
- The availability swings change game plans for both teams in the divisional rematch, with Rice’s presence easing offensive play-calling and defensive question marks shaping matchup decisions and short-term AFC West implications.