10/25/2025
Coach Andy Reid described a player's ongoing absence as a "positive" situation. This came just days after an insider report painted a far more concerning picture.
On October 12, rookie Josh Simmons left the Chiefs, prompting an October 14 report that called the circumstances "extremely serious." The narrative changed this week when Coach Andy Reid told reporters, "Everything is positive. It’s not a negative situation." This was followed by a report from ESPN's Nate Taylor, whose sources said Simmons "is expected to rejoin the team in a few weeks." While Simmons is not expected to play Monday, a potential return during the team's Week 9 bye week appears to be the logical timeframe.