Early in the third quarter, the Chiefs pressured the Broncos, which was a mistake. Mack broke through their defense and scored his first touchdown of the season. Mack's play continues to build momentum for Denver, who is slowly mounting a comeback against Kansas City. It trails 27-21.
Since tearing his Achilles in Week 1 of the 2020 season, though, Mack has been a non-factor, finishing his journey with the Indianapolis Colts with six games played in 2021 and gaining 101 scoreless yards on just 28 carries.
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While nothing is imminent on the trade front, it makes sense that the Colts would agree to trade Mack. He has played just 13 snaps through two games and was a healthy scratch in Week 3.
Marlon Mack won't be available for the Indianapolis Colts for the remainder of the season after suffering an injury during the team's Week 1 matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars. According to NFL Network's Tom Pelissero, an MRI has confirmed that Mack tore his Achilles on Sunday.
Mack suffered an ankle injury during the second quarter of Sunday's game against the Jacksonville Jaguars and was carted off the field. The Colts now fear that Mack tore his Achilles tendon.