Chiefs coach Andy Reid confirmed Monday that quarterback Patrick Mahomes is day-to-day with a right elbow injury sustained in Sunday's win over the New York Jets. Following the game, an MRI scan revealed no major structural damage to Mahomes' elbow, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. The injury occurred late in the second quarter when Jets edge rusher David Bailey hit Mahomes' arm during a pass attempt.
Despite the contact, Mahomes finished the game completing 23 of 31 passes for 242 yards and two touchdowns. Reid shared that Mahomes visited the training facility Monday morning for treatment and is expected to monitor the elbow throughout the week to reduce swelling and pain. Reid stated he did not know if Mahomes would be able to take full reps during the team's three practices this week.
The Chiefs' next game is Sunday against the Falcons in Atlanta. Mahomes himself said, "If I'm able to play, I'm going to play," adding that the injury "didn't feel great" but he was able to get it worked on at halftime. Reid expressed optimism, calling the news "more positive than negative.".
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