Patrick Mahomes’ Appearance Draws Attention After Season-Ending Injury

In the weeks since, Chiefs fans have been closely tracking signs of progress in his rehabilitation.

A recent development brought one of the most visible and encouraging updates yet. On Thursday, Mahomes was spotted walking comfortably without crutches at his wife Brittany Mahomes’ Sports Illustrated Swimsuit launch event in San Francisco, where she was celebrated as a cover star ahead of Super Bowl LX.

Videos and photos from the event showed Mahomes moving around with confidence, interacting with guests and supporting Brittany, marking a positive milestone in his recovery that has drawn enthusiastic reactions from fans online.

“Straight up freak of nature,” one fan said.

“Patrick Mahomes will be back to reclaim his throne,” another fan added.

“Healing quickly is his superpower,” another fan posted.

“Modern Medicine Is Crazy,” another remarked.

Mahomes’ recovery hinges on the typical timeline for combined ACL and LCL reconstruction, which is generally around nine months, though there can be variation. His surgery went well, and the Chiefs’ medical staff, led by vice president of sports medicine Rick Burkholder, confirmed he began rehabilitation immediately with a target of returning for Week 1 of the 2026 season if all goes according to plan.

Doctors have emphasized the importance of meeting benchmarks without rushing the process, and Mahomes himself has publicly stated his goal to be healthy and ready by the regular-season opener.

While Mahomes’ recent appearance without visible assistance won’t guarantee a full comeback by Week 1, it is a tangible sign that his recovery is progressing on schedule. Chiefs fans and observers will continue to monitor his rehab, from offseason workouts to training camp, as the franchise’s future and its bid to return to contention remains closely tied to the health of its superstar quarterback.