ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reports that the Chiefs and QB Patrick Mahomes (knee) are “leaning into” the possibility that he plays in Week 1 against the Broncos.

11 June 2026

Running and cutting make up the next phase in Mahomes’ rehab program. The 30-year-old quarterback “would like to get a dress rehearsal run in preseason action, if he can.” Mahomes has participated in 7-on-7 drills, but has not yet progressed to 11-on-11 drills, nor has he been cleared for contact. These are the benchmarks. He seemingly has decent odds of clearing them in time for Week 1.