BREAKING: Brittany Mahomes needed prayers for her husband Patrick Mahomes as health keeps deteriorating. Read more below

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes — one of the most dynamic and celebrated players in the NFL — is facing a challenging period after suffering a significant injury late in the 2025 season.

Season-Ending Knee Injury
In a Week 15 game against the Los Angeles Chargers on December 14, 2025, Mahomes suffered a non-contact injury to his left knee. An MRI later confirmed that he had torn both his ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) and LCL (lateral collateral ligament) — serious injuries that immediately ended his season and will require an extended period of rehabilitation.

The Chiefs confirmed that Mahomes underwent successful surgery in Dallas shortly after the injury and has since started a structured rehab plan focused on restoring strength and stability to his knee.
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Impact on Chiefs & Mahomes
Mahomes’ injury coincided with a difficult 2025 campaign for Kansas City, resulting in the team being eliminated from playoff contention — the first time in his career such a situation has occurred.
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With the quarterback out, backup players were forced into action, further testing the Chiefs’ depth at the position.

Despite this setback, team insiders and medical staff have expressed optimism about his eventual return, with typical recovery timelines for elite athletes projected around 9–12 months if rehab goes smoothly.

Mahomes’ Response & Fan Support
In the days after the injury, Mahomes took to social media to thank fans for their support and prayers, sharing messages about trusting in the recovery process and leaning on faith.
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Across social platforms, supporters and fellow NFL fans have shared heartfelt messages, including prayers and well-wishes for his health and future comeback. Many wrote things like “prayers up for Patrick Mahomes” and “hope he gets good news and heals strong,” reflecting the emotional reaction of the football community.
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There have even been touching moments — such as teammates taking a knee in prayer on the field in solidarity for Mahomes and his recovery.
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Personal & Family Focus
Off the field, Mahomes has been spending time with his family during the holiday season while he recovers. Reports confirm he was present at a Chiefs home game recently, watching from a suite with loved ones as he continues his rehabilitation away from the active roster.
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Looking Ahead
Although the 2025 season has ended prematurely for him, the expectation within the Chiefs organization and among the wider NFL community is that Mahomes will return to play in 2026, provided his recovery stays on track. His three Super Bowl titles and resilience throughout his career suggest he has both the talent and mindset to fight back from this setback.