Patrick Mahomes posts first throwing video since major knee surgery
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes has released the first public footage of himself throwing a football since undergoing major knee surgery in December.
The star quarterback shared a four-second clip on social media on Wednesday, demonstrating significant progress in his rehabilitation.
Wearing a compression sleeve on his left leg, the Chiefs talisman was able to plant his foot and deliver an intermediate pass inside a training facility.
“Day by Day! Felt Great being able to throw the ball around today!”
Patrick Mahomes
Targeting a Week One return
Wednesday marked exactly 100 days since the franchise player underwent surgery to repair a torn ACL and LCL.
The severe dual-ligament injury was sustained when his knee buckled on the turf during a late comeback attempt against the Los Angeles Chargers.
Despite the severity of the setback, there is growing optimism that he could be available for the opening week of the new NFL season.
The Chiefs are scheduled to kick off their campaign in September, potentially against the reigning champion Seattle Seahawks.
“The doctors said I could, but I can’t predict what happens throughout the process. That’s the goal, to play Week 1 and have no restrictions.”
Patrick Mahomes
Gruelling rehabilitation process
The quarterback has been dedicating up to seven hours a day to his recovery under the guidance of top athletic trainer Julie Frymyer.
This intensive regimen is designed to ensure he can participate, at least in a limited capacity, during voluntary offseason practices in May.
Head coach Andy Reid previously praised his offensive leader’s relentless work ethic and daily commitment to the recovery programme.
“He spends a ton of time here, seven hours a day. He’s in there cranking away and making progress every day. It’s great to see.”
Andy Reid