Chiefs Officially Announce Huge Blow to Patrick Mahomes & Andy Reid Just Days Before Chargers Clash

The Kansas City Chiefs just took a gut punch before boarding their flight to Sao Paulo. What began as a minor camp concern with rookie wideout Jalen Royals suddenly turned into a full-blown problem. Coach Andy Reid confirmed Royals had been battling knee tendinitis and already skipped the preseason finale on Aug. 22. But then came the hit: the team’s official X account dropped the news nobody wanted to see — “WR Jalen Royals will not travel with the team. He is ruled OUT for Friday night’s game.”

That announcement stings more than usual. Royals becomes the second Chiefs receiver on the shelf before Week 1 even kicks off. Rashee Rice is already suspended for the first six games after violating the NFL’s personal conduct policy for his involvement in last year’s car crash. Now Royals, who was expected to be a sneaky weapon in Andy Reid’s system, won’t even make the trip.

With two key names already sidelined, the Chiefs’ wide receiver room is being tested before the season even gets rolling.

WR Jalen Royals will not travel with the team. He is ruled OUT for Friday night’s game.

We did not conduct a practice on Wednesday. The below report is an estimation.

— Kansas City Chiefs (@Chiefs) September 3, 2025

This is a developing story. Stay tuned!

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