Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes: MRI shows no major elbow damage after Jets game

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes has been cleared of a major elbow injury following an MRI scan performed after the team's win over the New York Jets.

The medical check came after a late first-half play that caused concern among fans and staff. With the game in the two-minute warning period, Mahomes dropped back on second-and-four to throw downfield. Jets edge rusher David Bailey struck the quarterback's arm. The impact forced Mahomes' elbow to bend backward in an unnatural way. He left the field with his right arm hanging limply.

The play resulted in a fumble that the Jets recovered. Mahomes used the subsequent timeout to warm up his arm by throwing the ball on the sideline. He returned for the second half and finished the game without missing a snap. According to ESPN, the MRI did not reveal any significant damage to the joint. The team's medical staff will monitor the quarterback for pain or swelling throughout the week to ensure he is ready for the next contest.

Mahomes completed 23 of his 31 pass attempts for 242 yards and two touchdowns in the victory. Both scoring plays came on passes to running back Kenneth Walker III. The quarterback admitted in a postgame interview that he did not feel at his best immediately after returning from the sideline. He noted that his throwing mechanics were not perfect at the start of the second half but improved as the game progressed.

Mahomes explained that working through the discomfort allowed him to regain his form. He stated that he was not throwing the ball the way he wanted initially after the break. However, as the game continued, the arm warmed back up. He felt his accuracy and velocity improved toward the end of the second half.

The quarterback emphasized that the priority for the upcoming days is managing swelling and fluid in his elbow. He wants to ensure the joint is ready for the first snap of the Chiefs' Week 10 game against the Atlanta Falcons. The team will focus on recovery and preparation to keep him at peak performance. When asked about his current physical state, Mahomes said he felt good immediately after the game. He acknowledged the role of adrenaline in his postgame feeling and expected some soreness the following day. He expressed confidence in the team's ability to manage his recovery properly.

The victory against the Jets provided a much-needed win for the Chiefs. Mahomes expressed satisfaction with the result while maintaining a professional focus on the task ahead. The diagnostic tests showed no serious structural damage, allowing coaches and fans to breathe a sigh of relief. The monitoring period will determine the quarterback's readiness for the next challenge on the road.