Overview
- Josh Simmons missed Wednesday and Thursday practices after sitting out the Week 6 win, and he remains listed as not injury related — personal.
- Andy Reid declined to discuss Simmons’ status and said GM Brett Veach is handling the matter, while Patrick Mahomes said he is praying for his teammate and keeping conversations private.
- Multiple outlets, including NFL Network and the Associated Press, reported Simmons traveled to California for a family matter, though the team has not provided specifics.
- ESPN Chiefs reporter Nate Taylor characterized the situation as extremely serious and said he believes a late Week 5 illness designation is related to the current issue.
- With Simmons away, Jaylon Moore started at left tackle against Detroit, performed effectively, and is in line to protect Mahomes again versus the Raiders if Simmons does not return.