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Will D.J. Humphries play this week? Injury updates for Chiefs OL

#Chiefs offensive tackle D.J. Humphries is dealing with a hamstring injury. Here are the latest updates. 

The Kansas City Chiefs left tackle D.J. Humphries has been absent from his role on the defending Super Bowl champions’ offensive line since he made his first appearance with the team.

Is Humphries expected to return for Kansas City’s matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Christmas Day?

D.J. Humphries injury update

Humphries has been dealing with a hamstring injury and did not practice with the Chiefs on Monday.

How long will D.J. Humphries be out?

The extent of Humphries’ injury is unclear, but given his absence from the Chiefs’ recent practice sessions, it seems unlikely that he will be available for Kansas City’s Week 17 matchup against Pittsburgh.

Chiefs OL depth chart

Head coach Andy Reid hasn’t yet revealed his plan for the Chiefs’ front-five, but veteran guard Joe Thuney started in Humphries’ place when Kansas City faced the Houston Texans in Week 16. Tackles Wanya Morris and Kingsley Suamataia will be available to replace Humphries if Thuney returns to his spot as a starting guard.

Chiefs HC Andy Reid addressed several injuries ahead of Week 16: ‘Guys were out there working’

Kansas City #Chiefs head coach Andy Reid addressed several injuries ahead of Week 16: ‘Guys were out there working’ | @EdEastonJr

The Kansas City Chiefs have plenty of questions heading into Week 16 regarding injuries to key players. Andy Reid spoke with reporters on Thursday, delivering the final injury report, including two players declared out for Saturday.

“Alright, as far as the guys that didn’t practice today, it was Chamarri (Conner) and D.J. (Humphries), and then the rest of the guys were out there working. I know the questions are about Patrick (Mahomes),” said Reid. “He worked out this week, full, and will most likely end up playing. We’ll just see how things worked out today – rotated guys at the left tackle position, Joe Thuney being one of them, and then the young guys (Wanya Morris and Kingsley Suamataia) so – and we’ll just finalize that as we get closer here, but they all got work in there.”

Reid also revealed that veteran wide receiver Marquise ‘Hollywood’ Brown will likely play this week and make his season debut after a long injury recovery.

“Yeah, there’s a good chance on that,” said Reid. “He’s (Hollywood Brown) done a nice job. I mentioned earlier just about (how) it’s not – it wasn’t
his legs, so he’s been able to run and keep himself in running shape, but the rest of it where the surgery wasn’t at, he – it looked good, and (he) was doing fine, yeah.”

Brown and Mmahomes participated fully in practice throughout the week, which raised their chances of playing in the home regular-season finale.

Chiefs OL Joe Thuney comments on position change vs. Browns: ‘Truly was a team effort’

Kansas City #Chiefs OL Joe Thuney comments on position change vs. Cleveland #Browns: ‘Truly was a team effort’ | @EdEastonJr

Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman Joe Thuney spoke with reporters Sunday after the 21-7 victory over the Cleveland Browns. He addressed his surprising start at left tackle instead of his usual guard spot in place of D.J. Humphries.

“It felt good, and my coaches have done a great job preparing this for me all week,” said Thuney. “I have a lot of good guys, tight ends and running backs, around me, so they helped me with calls. Mike [Caliendo] was great at left guard, and it truly was a team effort to win and help be my best at guard.”

Thuney was tasked with slowing down Myles Garrett throughout the game as he held the pass rusher without a sack.

“It was a total team effort to block him. There was a lot of great chips and help from people like Mike [Caliendo],” said Thuney. “He was great in helping me as needed. It was a good team effort with good technique, and I went out there and did the best I could.”

Humphries could return next week for the Houston Texans’ matchup, depending on his hamstring. If Thuney can handle the new role for an extended period, he may not need to rush.

Chiefs HC Andy Reid on decision to start Joe Thuney at left tackle: ‘I just felt comfortable’

Kansas City #Chiefs head coach Andy Reid on decision to start Joe Thuney at left tackle: ‘I just felt comfortable’ | @EdEastonJr

The starting left tackle position has been an issue for the Kansas City Chiefs all season as they pursue the top spot in the AFC. The topic took another turn in the Week 15 victory over the Cleveland Browns as a new starter took the spot following the injury to D.J. Humphries.

Chiefs head coach Andy Reid moved All-Pro guard Joe Thuney over to left tackle on Sunday as he battled with the reigning defensive player of the year, Myles Garrett. Mike Caliendo filled in for Thuney at his typical guard spot, leaving Wanya Morris and rookie Kingsley Suamataia on the sidelines.

“I thought Joe (Thuney) – I asked him to play left tackle, and he hasn’t done that since college – got out there and really did a nice job against one of the best defensive ends in the game right now,” said Reid to reporters during his postgame press conference. “Then (Mike) Caliendo, what a great experience that is for him to get out there and see a full game. That’s going to help him down the road and us down the road, so I appreciate it. As far as any changes or any of that, we’ll just see going forward how things go on the offensive line.”

Thuney held up well against Garrett as the Chiefs could limit his pressures during the game to less than his usual production. Reid further explained his decision on Thunrey at left tackle, not his young linemen.

“Well, the injury on D.J. (Humphries), and then Joe (Thuney) had taken a couple of snaps there last week, and I just felt comfortable as a veteran player,” said Reid. “I scouted him as a tackle, knowing he could get out there and battle. He’s been an All-Pro for two other positions, so give him a chance at the tackle spot.”

The Chiefs return to the field on Saturday against the Houston Texans at Arrowhead Stadium with questions regarding their plans at left tackle, assuming Humphries is healthy enough to play.

Chiefs vs. Browns Week 15: How to watch, listen and stream

Check out everything you need to know to watch the Kansas City #Chiefs’ Week 15 matchup against the Cleveland #Browns on Sunday, December 15.

The Kansas City Chiefs officially clinched their ninth consecutive AFC West title with a thrilling victory over the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 14 and are headed to Northeast Ohio to face the Cleveland Browns on Sunday.

Despite their success this season, the Chiefs have plenty of room for improvement heading into the playoffs, and will undoubtedly use the next few games to tighten things up on both sides of the ball.

Newly-acquired offensive lineman D.J. Humphries will be sidelined in Week 15 due to a hamstring injury, which doesn’t bode well for Patrick Mahomes, who will have to deal with the pass-rushing prowess of reigning NFL Defensive Player of the Year Myles Garrett.

Below are important game details about this Week 15 matchup:

Game information:

Who: Kansas City Chiefs vs. Cleveland Browns

When: Sunday, December 15, Noon CST

Where: Huntington Bank Field – Cleveland, Ohio

Streaming:

Streaming: NFL+ or Paramount+

Broadcast:

TV: KCTV, CBS (Channel 5)

Radio: KFNZ-FM (96.5 The Fan)

Broadcasters:

Ian Eagle (play-by-play), Charles Davis (analyst), Evan Washburn (sideline)

Opponent wire site:

Browns Wire

2024 Schedule:

Week Date Opponent Time
1 Thursday, Sept. 5 vs. Baltimore Ravens (W 27-20 ) 7:20 p.m. CT on NBC
2 Sunday, Sept. 15 vs. Cincinnati Bengals (W 26-25) 3:25 p.m. CT on CBS
3 Sunday, Sept. 22 @ Atlanta Falcons (W 22-17) 7:20 p.m. CT on NBC
4 Sunday, Sept. 29 @ Los Angeles Chargers (W 17-10) 3:25 p.m. CT on CBS
5 Monday, Oct. 7 vs. New Orleans Saints (W 26-13) 7:15 p.m CT on ESPN
6 BYE BYE BYE
7 Sunday, Oct. 20 @ San Francisco 49ers (W 28-18) 3:25 p.m. CT on FOX
8 Sunday, Oct. 27 @ Las Vegas Raiders (W 27-20) 3:25 p.m. CT on CBS
9 Monday, Nov. 4 vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (W, 30-24) 7:15 p.m. CT on ESPN
10 Sunday, Nov. 10 vs. Denver Broncos (W, 16-14) Noon CT on CBS
11 Sunday, Nov. 17 @ Buffalo Bills (L, 30-21) 3:25 p.m. CT on CBS
12 Sunday, Nov. 24 @ Carolina Panthers (W, 30-27) Noon CT on CBS
13 Friday, Nov. 29 vs Las Vegas Raiders (W, 19-17) 2 p.m. CT on Prime
14 Sunday, Dec. 8 vs. Los Angeles Chargers (W, 19-17) 7:20 p.m. CT on NBC
15 Sunday, Dec. 15 @ Cleveland Browns Noon CT on CBS
16 Saturday, Dec. 21 vs. Houston Texans Noon CT on NBC
17 Wednesday, Dec. 25 @ Pittsburgh Steelers Noon CT on Netflix
18 Sunday, Jan. 5 @ Denver Broncos TBD

 

Chiefs Andy Heck supports young offensive tackles through struggles: ‘Handling it like a pro’

Kansas City #Chiefs offensive line coach Andy Heck supports young offensive tackles through struggles: ‘Handling it like a pro’ | @EdEastonJr

During Thursday’s press conference, Kansas City Chiefs offensive line coach Andy Heck opened up about his young options at left tackle. He praised Wanya Morris’ performance in relief of D.J. Humphries during the fourth quarter of the team’s Week 14 win over the Los Angeles Chargers.

“Yeah, I thought he handled that whole situation like a pro. From the moment we talked to him about what our plans were and our intentions were, he approached it the right way. (He) went out, and as a young player, he’s continuing to work, as we all are, to get better. I thought he did that. And then when he was called on, I mean, you got to be ready. You know, things happen. He stepped in. I thought he did a good job.”

Heck also praised his other young left tackle, Kingsley Suamataia, who was inactive in Week 14.

“Also handling it like a pro, a young pro, but he’s working very hard every day, and I’m seeing some improvement out of him,” said Heck. “I really like both of our young tackles, their ability and how they’re working right now.”

Humphries is the accomplished veteran in the locker room, but it’s promising to see Heck with high praise for the embattled young left tackles this season.

Pro Bowl OL officially listed doubtful for Chiefs’ Week 15 matchup vs. Browns

The #Chiefs are likely to be without one of their Pro Bowl offensive linemen for their Week 15 matchup against Myles Garrett and the #Browns.

The Kansas City Chiefs officially listed 2021 Pro Bowler D.J. Humphries as doubtful on their injury report heading into a crucial Week 15 matchup against reigning NFL Defensive Player of the Year Myles Garrett and the Cleveland Browns.

Kansas City signed Humphries in November after Wanya Morris and Kingsley Suamataia failed to provide Patrick Mahomes with adequate protection from the left tackle spot for much of the regular season.

Humphries was injured in his Chiefs debut in Week 14 and is now likely to miss at least one game due to his condition.

In his absence, Morris or Suamataia will be relied on to start at left tackle against Cleveland’s fierce pass rush, which is headlined by Garrett, who has 11 sacks this season.

Mahomes was sacked three times in Kansas City’s Week 14 win over the Los Angeles Chargers, and the Chiefs will need to get creative to ensure that he isn’t facing constant pressure at Huntington Bank Field on Sunday.

Key injuries on Chiefs OL are bad news for Patrick Mahomes

Two key injuries on the #Chiefs OL are bad news for Patrick Mahomes heading into Kansas City’s Week 15 matchup against the #Browns.

The Kansas City Chiefs may be without veteran offensive lineman D.J. Humphries in Week 15 after he suffered a hamstring injury in the defending Super Bowl champions’ matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday.

Kansas City signed Humphries in November to bolster their offensive line after poor showings from left tackles Wanya Morris and Kingsley Suamataia.

Humphries made his first start of the season against the Chargers in Week 14, but he didn’t make a massive difference for Patrick Mahomes, who was sacked three times in the game.

Humphries hasn’t practiced since he was injured on Sunday and may have to miss the Chiefs’ Week 15 matchup against the Cleveland Browns.

Starting right tackle Jawaan Taylor was also listed on Kansas City’s injury report as a limited participant in practice on Wednesday, but he returned to full participation in drills on Thursday and is likely to be available in Week 15.

However, if Taylor is unable to play against Cleveland, the Chiefs could face the Browns with backups on both ends of their offensive line.

In Humphries’ absence, Morris would likely be forced back into the starting spot at left tackle, which could spell disaster for Mahomes against Cleveland’s outstanding pass rush, which is headlined by reigning NFL Defensive Player of the Year Myles Garrett.

Should Taylor miss the game, rookie tackle Ethan Driskell would fill in for the former Florida Gator.

Expect Andy Reid to get creative to ensure Mahomes has adequate protection on Sunday.

Pro Bowl OL missed Chiefs’ practice session on Wednesday

A Pro Bowl OL wasn’t able to work out with his teammates at the Kansas City #Chiefs’ practice session on Wednesday.

The Kansas City Chiefs may be without 2021 Pro Bowler D.J. Humphries when they face the Cleveland Browns in Week 15 after he missed the defending Super Bowl champions’ practice session on Wednesday due to an injury.

Humpries was signed by Kansas City on November 25 after Wanya Morris and Kingsley Suamataia failed to provide Patrick Mahomes adequate protection from their spots at the left tackle position earlier in the season.

Though Humphries was the Chiefs’ starting left tackle when they faced the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 14, he suffered a lower-body injury that forced Morris back into action on Sunday Night Football.

Fans should closely monitor Humphries’ status in the coming days as Kansas City prepares for its matchup against the Browns on December 15.

If Humphries isn’t able to play on Sunday Chiefs head coach Andy Reid will need to get creative to ensure that Mahomes has plenty of time in the pocket.

Former Chiefs offensive lineman continues to hint at his availability on social media

Former Kansas City #Chiefs offensive lineman Donovan Smith continues to hint at his availability on social media | @EdEastonJr

The Kansas City Chiefs have been hit with numerous injuries on both sides of the ball this season. The latest injury, to recently signed D.J. Humphries, at left tackle, further adds to the bad luck health-wise.

Humphries left Sunday’s Week 14 win over the Los Angeles Chargers early, replaced by former starter Wanya Mortos to finish the game. The veteran’s status wasn’t immediately available, as it was his first game since tearing his ACL a year ago while a member of the Arizona Cardinals.

“I don’t have any injury updates for you. We’re right in the middle of that process, and we’ll just see how things go. I know the tackle’s (D.J. Humphries) one of (those) problems there, so we’ll see how he does.” said head coach Andy Reid during his weekly Zoom call with reporters on Monday. “He’s feeling a little bit better this morning, but we’ll see where it goes from here after he gets an MRI. ”

Following the injury, former Chiefs left tackle Donovan Smith seemingly responded on social media with a GIF reminding the franchise that he won Super Bowl LVIII his availability. Smith made a similar post a month ago when the troubles at left tackle became apparent to the football world.