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Chiefs Rookie LT Josh Simmons Returns, Draws Mixed Marks in Week 11 Loss to Broncos

Andy Reid said the rookie satisfied team benchmarks for readiness after a family-related absence.

Overview

  • Simmons missed several weeks to address a private family matter, with the team offering few details but describing communication as positive.
  • He rejoined the facility during the Week 10 bye, practiced fully, and was chosen to start in Denver over interim left tackle Jaylon Moore, who was inactive due to illness.
  • In 49 pass-blocking snaps, Pro Football Focus gave him a 73.1 grade with four pressures allowed, and officials flagged him three times.
  • Reid said the assignment against Denver’s top-tier edge rush was significant and that Simmons must clean up penalties despite a respectable showing.
  • Kansas City fell 22-19 to drop to 5-5, heightening focus on offensive-line play as the Chiefs prepare to host the Colts.