In a departure from expectations this afternoon, Chiefs CB L’Jarius Sneed was on the field for some stretching and conditioning that would put him in the next stage of the concussion protocol, a very good sign for him.
Andy Reid is optimistic JuJu Smith-Schuster, who sustained a left knee injury Sunday, will be able to participate in the team's practices next week in Arizona.
"He's in the good place," Reid said. "The main thing is letting that thing calm down. We'll just see where it goes."
Reid was particularly optimistic that among the injured players Toney and JuJu would be able to play in the Super Bowl. On JuJu, Reid said, "He's in a good place."
Andy Reid said L’Jarius Snead, who spends most of his time covering teams #1 QB is in the concussion protocol. His status for the Super Bowl will be one to watch vs the #eagles
Chiefs LB Willie Gay is optimistic about playing in the Super Bowl despite hurting his shoulder Sunday vs. Cincinnati, per source. Early tests were encouraging.
.@adamteicher to @J810Anderson on how the #Chiefs feel about the chances of their injured players returning for the Super Bowl: "The Chiefs feel like everybody's got a chance, all those guys." Adds that it's doubtful that all of them would make it, but all should have a shot.
We get Watson back no matter what. We need Sneed and Toney. Pretty sure Sneed will be fine, hoping Toney gets to that point. Not as confident with Toney as with Sneed, but hopeful.
JuJu's knee is a chronic condition. It's always bad, it's just to what degree. I like what he brought to the table for us when he was relatively healthy, unfortunately those times are few and far between. I don't see much of a market out there for him after this season, certainly not a big contract unless he heals miraculously and has a great SB and someone doesn't do their medical homework. [Reply]
Originally Posted by raybec 4:
No sillier than fucking BWillie just randomly saying Juju probably won't have a chance. (with nothing but a wild ass guess) If Juju does play he won't say shit but if he doesn't play he'll quote himself and tell us how he nailed it.
People are really underestimating the extra week combined with just one more game. [Reply]
Originally Posted by staylor26:
People are really underestimating the extra week combined with just one more game.
No. People just assume they understand the extent of injuries and start talking outta their asses like they know something. It’s hilarious reading this shit. [Reply]
Originally Posted by raybec 4:
No sillier than ****ing BWillie just randomly saying Juju probably won't have a chance. (with nothing but a wild ass guess) If Juju does play he won't say shit but if he doesn't play he'll quote himself and tell us how he nailed it.
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BWillie admits he can't make a 16" putt. He has a great fear of failure and he's scared. [Reply]
If the Chiefs sports medicine team can get Mahomes back on the field after a high ankle sprain in 8 days (something that takes most players 3-6 weeks to come back from), that has to bode well for the rest of the injured team.
Sure, they're not all superhuman freaks like Mahomes, but we should be thinking positively about the situation. The Chiefs organization from top to bottom is elite, and I think that includes our trainers and experts in sports medicine.
Plus, Mahomes put his body on the line just to win the AFCCG. You have to believe the rest of the team will tough it out as best they can for the Super Bowl. [Reply]
Originally Posted by dlphg9:
I'd guess Mecole is the least likely to play. The guy missed 10 weeks because of this injury, was shut down the week before this past game because it wasn't healing. He then reinjured in only 15 snaps. I'd say there's like a 1 percent chance he plays he makes it through the game...
I am just talking out of my ass, but I feel like it being the Super Bowl I could see some of the receivers coming in for at least 5-7 plays and giving it their all until their injuries flare up again. If that's the case it gives the other guys a breather and it's better than nothing. [Reply]
I'd be shocked if any of them sat. This might be the only time any of those guys have ever even played in a super bowl. If it's not broke or torn off the bone, I expect all of them to tough it out 1 more game. [Reply]
