Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is facing a challenging situation after suffering an ankle injury during their recent victory against the Cleveland Browns. This injury comes at a crucial time for the Chiefs, who are about to embark on a demanding stretch of three games in just 11 days. Following their win over Cleveland, they'll host the Houston Texans before traveling to Pittsburgh for a Christmas Day matchup against the Steelers.

Mahomes aggravated his ankle during the fourth quarter of the Browns game, forcing him to exit and backup Carson Wentz to take over. While X-rays came back negative, the short turnaround time between games raises concerns about his availability. Mahomes acknowledged the difficulty of assessing the injury's severity immediately after the game, stating that he'll need to undergo rehab and treatment to determine his playing status.

Chiefs coach Andy Reid confirmed that Mahomes did not suffer a fracture. The condensed game schedule was a point of contention for Mahomes even before the injury. He expressed his disapproval of playing three games within such a short timeframe, emphasizing the physical toll it takes on players. However, he acknowledged the demands of his profession and the importance of focusing on each game individually. He highlighted the team's efforts to prepare physically and the coaching staff's focus on managing player workloads.

The second game in this challenging three-game stretch is scheduled for Saturday, further compressing the recovery time for Mahomes.