Patrick Mahomes is closing in on his return to the practice field.
The Kansas City Chiefs quarterback, who underwent knee surgery in the offseason, has progressed well enough in his rehabilitation that he is on track to participate in the first round of organized team activities, ESPN reported Saturday.
OTAs are voluntary workouts, but Mahomes' presence would carry significant weight for a Chiefs team looking to push toward another Super Bowl run. His health entering the 2026 season has been one of the more closely watched storylines of the NFL offseason.
No specific timetable or restrictions were outlined, but the signal from the team was clear: Mahomes is moving in the right direction.
