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Chiefs expect Patrick Mahomes to start against Broncos, but key lineman likely out
CBS Sports NFL · Zachary Pereles ·
Andy Reid says Mahomes has looked normal in practice, but left tackle Josh Simmons is trending toward missing Monday's opener
What it means for your draft
Neutral fantasy impact — monitor, but no ADP shift expected yet.
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