Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes underwent an MRI after suffering an elbow injury during the team's blowout victory over the New York Jets on November 8, 2026. The scan revealed no significant damage, according to ESPN.
The injury occurred late in the first half when Mahomes' arm was hit by Jets edge rusher David Bailey on a second-and-4 play. His elbow bent awkwardly backward, and he left the field with his right arm hanging by his side.
Mahomes did not miss a snap because the Jets recovered a fumble on the play. By the time the Chiefs regained possession, he had warmed up his arm on the sideline and returned to finish the game, completing 23 of 31 passes for 242 yards and two touchdowns, both to Kenneth Walker III.
In his postgame interview, Mahomes said he initially did not feel like himself after returning but improved as the second half progressed. He emphasized the importance of reducing swelling and fluid during the week to be ready for the Chiefs' Week 10 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons.
"I feel good now," Mahomes said. "Obviously, you get the win and the adrenaline's pumping. I'm sure I'll be sore tomorrow, but we'll get right to it. We'll get to work on it, and we'll get ourselves ready to go."
