Patrick Mahomes injury: Chiefs QB helped off field in 4th quarter vs. Buccaneers
Kansas City Chiefs (7-0) quarterback Patrick Mahomes was helped off the field after suffering an ankle injury in the fourth quarter of Monday’s Week 9 home contest against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (4-4).
The injury occurred as Mahomes flipped a pass forward to running back Samaje Perine for a six-yard score to tie the game at 17 all. Mahomes limped to Tampa Bay’s sideline before several teammates carried him over to Kansas City’s sideline. He had a brief stay in the blue medical tent before returning to the game on the Chiefs’ next offensive possession.
Those in attendance at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium were obviously concerned about the three-time Super Bowl champion signal caller. That feeling of concern quickly shifted to relief when Mahomes ran back onto the field. Mahomes received a large cheer before Kansas City’s first play.
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With Mahomes back under center, the finish to Monday’s game should be a good one with minimal time left on the clock. The Chiefs are looking to improve to 8-0, while the Buccaneers are hoping to snap a two-game skid after a 4-2 start to the season.
Patrick Mahomes appears to avoid significant injury vs. Buccaneers
Mahomes has been efficient against Tampa Bay’s defense, completing 28-of-35 passes for 230 yards and three scores. He’s connected seven times for 71 yards and two touchdowns with newly acquired receiver DeAndre Hopkins.
Kansas City is clinging to a 24-17 lead late in the fourth quarter.