Patrick Mahomes set to start Week 1 vs. Broncos

Patrick Mahomes starting Week 1 vs. Broncos

Patrick Mahomes, QB, Kansas City Chiefs, is set to start Monday Night Football against the Denver Broncos in Week 1, according to Chiefs head coach Andy Reid, per Adam Schefter. The game kicks off at 8 p.m. ET on ESPN.

Mahomes tore his ACL and LCL on December 14, 2025, during a Chiefs loss to the Los Angeles Chargers. He underwent surgery to repair both tears, per Ian Rapoport. Nine months later, Reid has cleared him to start.

What this means for your roster

Mahomes is a full go. Start him with confidence in Week 1. No ambiguity remains around his availability.

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