Patrick Mahomes Targets Week 1 Return From Knee Injury

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is pushing to return for the Sept. 14 season opener against the Denver Broncos. Currently recovering from a knee injury, Mahomes remains optimistic about his timeline, stating, 'I don't want to miss that game.' While his progress is being closely monitored by team staff ahead of the 'Monday Night Football' clash, Mahomes maintains a candid and ambitious outlook regarding his recovery goal to be back on the field for Week 1 of the 2026 season.