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Adam Teicher, ESPN writer
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Patrick Mahomes said he was eager to test his injured ankle as the Kansas City Chiefs began preparations Wednesday for Sunday’s game against the Denver Broncos at Arrowhead Stadium.
“When you have a little roll, it hurts a little bit,” Mahomes said. “But I can move and I’m looking forward to getting out there and practicing and seeing how I can push myself as the week goes on.” in.”
Coach Andy Reid said the Chiefs would not limit Mahomes in practice.
Mahomes initially injured his ankle in a Week 8 win against the Las Vegas Raiders. He aggravated the injury in Monday night’s win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers when he abruptly broke away from what began as a scramble to throw a touchdown pass to running back Samaje Perine.
Mahomes was helped off the ground after the play and briefly examined on the sideline before returning to the game on the Chiefs’ next possession without missing a single snap.
He indicated that preparing to play the Broncos was difficult because the Chiefs have a short work week.
“There’s a lot that can’t be done,” Mahomes said. “It’s pretty late. [after Monday night’s game]but get some stuff in the training room after the game, then get some stuff to take home that you can throw in there, stuff that you can do overnight that you put in there to reduce swelling and things like that.
“You’re early [Tuesday] And yesterday was a long day watching film and getting treatment and doing some rehab stuff and getting ready for a short week and a practice. [Wednesday]”
