Chiefs’ embattled offensive lineman told to leave meeting before being placed on injured reserve: report

Kansas City Chiefs rookie offensive lineman Josh Simmons was reportedly told to leave a meeting with head coach Andy Reid and quarterback Patrick Mahomes after a disagreement about his back. The incident, reported by ESPN and NFL Network, has added to uncertainty about Simmons’ absence and his future with the team.

The Chiefs selected Simmons in the first round of the 2025 draft to help protect Mahomes, but he played only eight games that season and has not appeared in 2026. The team said he had a bulging disc in his back, and placed him on injured reserve on Thursday; if eligible, he could return in Week 11. Kahlil Benson, who has played in all five of the Chiefs’ games this season, is next in line at left tackle.