Summary
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes had surgery after tearing ligaments in his knee during a game against the Los Angeles Chargers. The NFL decided not to punish Chargers player Da'Shawn Hand for the play that led to Mahomes' injury, but another Chargers player, Tony Jefferson, received fines for other misconduct during the game.
Key Facts
- Patrick Mahomes tore his ACL and LCL ligaments in Week 15 against the Chargers.
- Mahomes' recovery is expected to take about nine months, aiming for a return in the 2026 NFL season's first week.
- The Chargers' Da'Shawn Hand was involved in the play causing Mahomes' injury.
- The NFL decided not to fine Da'Shawn Hand for his involvement in the play.
- Chargers' Tony Jefferson was fined twice for unrelated conduct during the same game.
- Tony Jefferson's fines amounted to $7,111 each for an obscene gesture and hitting a defenseless player.
