Overview
- ESPN's Nate Taylor reports Simmons is expected to rejoin the Chiefs in a few weeks, with a logical window around the early November bye.
- Kansas City ruled Simmons out for the Week 8 Monday night game against Washington after he missed practice again.
- The team has listed his status as Not Injury Related — Personal while he addresses a family matter.
- Coach Andy Reid said communication with Simmons has been consistent and characterized the situation as "not a negative" and "taking care of family."
- Veteran Jaylon Moore continues to start at left tackle, and the Chiefs are expected to add depth with the reported signing of offensive lineman Esa Pole.