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Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes pushed through a serious hit in their 35-12 win over the New York Jets.
Mahomes did not miss a single offensive snap in the win, going 23/31 on pass attempts for 242 yards, two TDs, and a 117.9 passer rating. He also rushed for eight yards on two carries in a strong performance.
Mahomes was tackled by Jets EDGE David Bailey in the second quarter and appeared to suffer an elbow injury, but his resolute toughness made him push through the discomfort and finish the win after avoiding major injury.
Patrick Mahomes hailed as a cyborg by Nick Wright
Watching Mahomes take that rough hit and escape without injury left FOX Sports’ Nick Wright in awe of the 33-year-old QB.
“Also… Never a doubt. Mahomes is a cyborg. 99% of QBs have their elbow dislocated on that hit. He missed zero snaps. They’ll be 8-2 heading into Buffalo.”
It’s since been confirmed that Mahomes’ injury is an elbow strain/sprain after post-game MRIs, with the QB likely not missing their game against the Atlanta Falcons on November 15.
Mahomes admitted after the win that the hit from Bailey had a major impact on his performance, as he struggled to throw the ball as deep and precisely as he normally can.
Nonetheless, even a slightly wounded Mahomes would be a better option than backup QB Justin Fields for the Chiefs right now, especially as they look to challenge the 7-2 Denver Broncos for THE top spot in the AFC West.
While Mahomes has not been among the MVP contenders this season, he has had a strong comeback season after rushing through recovery from a torn ACL.
Over the season, Mahomes has thrown 177/263 for 2,037 yards, 14 TDs, and four INTs for a 101.8 passer rating.
Avoiding a season-ending elbow injury on that play was a moment of good fortune for the Chiefs, and the franchise will hope that fortune pushes them through till the end of the season.
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