Gardner Minshew could be Chiefs’ safest option amid Patrick Mahomes’ ACL recovery; NFL insider reveals
With Patrick Mahomes’ return timeline uncertain following his ACL injury, the Kansas City Chiefs may need a short-term quarterback solution to open the 2026 season. NFL.com analyst Nick Shook believes re-signing Gardner Minshew could provide stability, citing his familiarity with the system, recovery timeline, and past success as a reliable fill-in.
With Patrick Mahomes’ return timeline uncertain following his ACL injury, the Kansas City Chiefs may need a short-term quarterback solution to open the 2026 season. NFL.com analyst Nick Shook believes re-signing Gardner Minshew could provide stability, citing his familiarity with the system, recovery timeline, and past success as a reliable fill-in.
