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Following the team's victory over the New York Jets, Chiefs vice president of sports medicine and performance, Rick Burkholder, initiated contact with
Expert Consensus Clears Mahomes for Action
The decision to involve baseball specialists stemmed from the Chiefs' desire to leverage medical professionals who frequently manage elbow-related injuries. Given the significant investment in their quarterback, the team prioritized a thorough diagnostic process to ensure no underlying damage was overlooked. According to sources, both Dr. Key and Dr. Meister expressed that the injury could have been significantly more severe, with Dr. Key noting that the team and player were fortunate regarding the extent of the damage.
Despite experiencing soreness throughout the week, Mahomes participated fully in practice, taking all required throws. The medical consensus has paved the way for him to start in the upcoming game against the Atlanta Falcons. The caution exercised by the Chiefs organization highlights the contrast between Mahomes' situation and other recent injuries across the league; for instance, Arizona Cardinals quarterback Gardner Minshew is set to undergo season-ending surgery after suffering a torn UCL on a similar play.
