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.

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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.

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.