Patrick Mahomes says his left knee "feels great"
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Key Points:
- Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is progressing well in his recovery from ACL and LCL tears in his left knee sustained in December and is aiming to be ready for the season opener in five weeks.
- Mahomes is balancing protecting his knee with pushing himself in practice, sometimes forgetting about the injury due to his competitive nature.
- During a recent practice, Mahomes took a risk on a fourth down play by scrambling and attempting a lateral, which resulted in a fumble, highlighting his drive to compete despite injury caution.
- The key concern for the Chiefs is whether Mahomes can maintain his dynamic playing style, which involves a lot of movement and cuts that stress his knee.
- The addition of running back Kenneth Walker III may lead to more running plays, but Mahomes is expected to focus on passing when necessary, potentially pushing through any knee discomfort.
