A new Patrick Mahomes injury recovery update has drawn attention after an offseason photo revealed the visible toll of his rehabilitation. Shared by Brittany Mahomes during a family getaway in Texas, the image showed the Chiefs quarterback wakeboarding while holding his youngest daughter, but it was the scar on his left knee that stood out most.
The scar served as a reminder of the serious knee injury that ended Patrick Mahomes’ 2025 season. He suffered a torn ACL and LCL in mid-December after his knee buckled following a tackle from behind late in a game.
The injury not only sidelined Kansas City’s star quarterback but also capped a difficult year for the Chiefs, who missed the playoffs for the first time in more than a decade. While the new image captured a family moment, it also highlighted the long, demanding nature of Mahomes’ recovery.
Recovering from multiple ligament damage typically takes months of carefully managed rehabilitation. Every phase matters, and progress is often measured in small but meaningful steps.
Chiefs head coach Andy Reid has provided optimistic updates on Mahomes’ rehab. According to the report, Reid said the quarterback is “doing great” and spending about 7 hours a day in the building as part of his recovery.
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— Ryan Tracy – Consultant, Content Creator (@RyanTracyNFL) April 15, 2026Those around the team have echoed that view, pointing to Mahomes’ disciplined approach as a major reason his return remains on schedule.
ACL and LCL injuries typically require about nine months of recovery. That timeline puts Mahomes in position to return around the start of the 2026 season, although the margin remains tight. He could still return later, including in October.
There are, however, encouraging signs. Mahomes has already appeared on the field, throwing and moving, which suggests his rehabilitation is progressing on schedule. Even so, his return will ultimately depend on how he responds over the coming months.
