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In a recent development, the Kansas City Chiefs received concerning news regarding their All-Pro tight end, Travis Kelce. Following tests on Tuesday, it was initially feared that Kelce might have sustained damage to his ACL. However, an ESPN source later confirmed that Kelce’s ACL remains intact, relieving some anxiety within the team.
The issue at hand revolves around inflammation in Kelce’s knee, prompting the Chiefs to schedule further tests on Wednesday. The outcome of these tests will determine whether Kelce will be available to play in the NFL’s season opener against the Detroit Lions on Thursday night.
Chiefs’ head coach, Andy Reid, had initially reported that Kelce had suffered a hyperextended knee during Tuesday’s practice session. In response to inquiries about potential adjustments to the game plan in Kelce’s absence, Reid expressed confidence in the team’s adaptability, emphasizing the need to rely on depth if Kelce cannot participate.
Wide receiver Skyy Moore, who was on the field during the incident, noted that Kelce was able to leave the practice field without assistance, which offered a glimmer of hope.
Should Kelce be unable to play against the Lions, the Chiefs have contingency plans in place. They possess two other tight ends on their active roster, Noah Gray and Blake Bell. Gray, who contributed 28 receptions and a touchdown last season, adds depth to the position. Bell, although limited due to a hip flexor injury last year, boasts a solid track record with 60 career catches over eight NFL seasons with five different teams.
In an unexpected turn, Matt Bushman, one of the tight ends on the Chiefs’ practice squad, received snaps with the starting group following Kelce’s injuryāa rare occurrence suggesting his potential inclusion in the upcoming game.
Aside from the Kelce situation, Coach Reid also addressed the ongoing contract negotiations with defensive tackle Chris Jones, indicating that there has been no significant progress in discussions.
Travis Kelce’s durability throughout his career is noteworthy, with the tight end surpassing 1,000 yards receiving in seven consecutive seasons. Remarkably, Kelce has not missed a game due to injury since his rookie season in 2013, despite undergoing a microfracture procedure on his knee during that year. His absence has been rare, limited to just three games since 2014.
As news of Kelce’s injury spread, it led to shifts in the point spread for Thursday night’s game. Kansas City, initially favored by -6.5, saw the odds decrease to -5 at Caesars Sportsbook, underscoring the impact of his potential absence on the team’s outlook.
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