Kansas Metropolis Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes suffered a season-ending ACL tear in his left knee throughout Sunday’s loss to the Los Angeles Chargers.
The crew introduced the harm was confirmed following an MRI.
“Patrick and the club are currently exploring surgical options,” the Chiefs mentioned in an announcement.
Mahomes was injured late within the fourth quarter when his left leg was twisted as he planted his foot and Chargers defensive lineman Da’Shawn Hand tackled him close to the sideline with lower than two minutes to play. After hitting the turf, Mahomes instantly grabbed his left knee and winced in ache.
He wanted help to get again to his ft and was helped by trainers as he limped to the locker room.
Gardner Minshew changed Mahomes underneath heart for the ultimate performs of the 16-13 loss. Minshew accomplished three straight passes to maintain the drive alive, however he was picked off by Derwin James on a ball meant for Travis Kelce with 14 seconds remaining.
The loss additionally eradicated the Chiefs from postseason rivalry.
“Don’t know why this had to happen,” Mahomes wrote on social media. “And not going to lie, [it] hurts. But all we can do now is [trust] in God and attack every single day over and over again. Thank you, Chiefs kingdom, for always supporting me and for everyone who has reached out and sent prayers. I [will] be back stronger than ever.”
