Is Patrick Mahomes playing today? Injury updates for Chiefs QB

#Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is dealing with an ankle injury. Here are the latest updates. 

Star quarterback Patrick Mahomes was listed on the Kansas City Chiefs’ injury reports in Week 17.

Will Mahomes’ sprained ankle keep him off the field for the defending Super Bowl champions’ matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Christmas Day?

Patrick Mahomes injury update

Mahomes is dealing with a high ankle sprain, but it did not affect his ability to practice this week. Mahomes is expected to be under center for the Chiefs when Kansas City faces off against Pittsburgh this afternoon.

How long will Patrick Mahomes be out?

Mahomes is not expected to miss any time due to his injury. However, Mahomes’ status will be something to watch as he deals with the Steelers’ fierce pass rush in Week 17.

Chiefs QB depth chart

Mahomes has not had to miss a start this season, but should he need to come off the field on Christmas Day, his backup is veteran signal-caller Carson Wentz.