Why Patrick Mahomes is Not Playing in Chiefs-Broncos Game

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The Kansas City Chiefs are gearing up for the playoffs, hoping to become the first team to win three consecutive Super Bowls.

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But two-time NFL MVP Patrick Mahomes won’t be on the field for Week 18 against the Denver Broncos.

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Mahomes has been dealing with an ankle sprain he picked up in Week 15 against the Cleveland Browns. Despite the injury, he played the next two games to help the Chiefs lock up the AFC’s No. 1 seed. 

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While it’s not confirmed, it’s likely he’s been pushing through the pain, as mild high ankle sprains typically take at least six weeks to fully heal.

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The 29-year-old was limited in practice all week and listed as doubtful heading into Sunday. He was officially ruled out just before kickoff.

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Backup quarterback Carson Wentz will get the start for Kansas City on the road in Denver.

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While the game may not mean anything for the Chiefs, they have a chance to prevent one of their AFC West rivals from making the playoffs.

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