Summary
The Kansas City Chiefs are focused on supporting quarterback Patrick Mahomes as he recovers from knee surgery. General Manager Brett Veach suggested that the team might aim to improve their running game in the upcoming draft, potentially targeting Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love.
Key Facts
- Patrick Mahomes tore his ACL and LCL on December 14, 2025, and had surgery the next day.
- Mahomes is in a rehabilitation program and hopes to return by Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season.
- Kansas City Chiefs' main goal is Mahomes' recovery and ensuring his protection on the field.
- GM Brett Veach highlighted the need to improve the running game to relieve pressure on Mahomes.
- Kansas City has the 9th overall pick in the 2026 draft and might pick Jeremiyah Love from Notre Dame.
- Jeremiyah Love had an impressive college career with 2,882 rushing yards and 36 touchdowns.
- Love was named an All-American and won the Doak Walker Award as the top college running back.
