Patrick Mahomes’ dislocated kneecap injury churned a few stomachs last Thursday during the Chiefs' victory over the Broncos.
Kansas City previously indicated a potential Week 11 return for the reigning MVP, but Mahomes is already back at practice and (somehow) not ruled out the Chiefs’ matchup with the Packers in Week 8.
Head coach Andy Reid told reporters Wednesday that Matt Moore will get the majority of reps at practice, but Mahomes will throw and take part in individual drills.
Mahomes suffered the injury on a quarterback sneak in the first half against the Broncos. It appeared (warning: graphic video) the kneecap was popped back into place on the field.
The cart was initially called out for him, but he was able to walk off the field on his own power.
"His knee didn't even look like a knee," tight end Travis Kelce said afterward, via ESPN. "It was all out of whack. I couldn't even describe it."
Mahomes underwent an MRI exam the next day that revealed no significant ligament damage.
Moore, a 12-year veteran, completed 10 of 19 passes for 117 yards and one touchdown against Denver after Mahomes got hurt and led Kanasa City to a 30-6 win.