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Patrick Mahomes is garnering serious attention for the NFL’s Comeback Player of the Year award as well as the MVP award as he returned to superstar form in remarkable fashion to start the Kansas City Chiefs‘ 2026 campaign.
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Mahomes has been playing in the league since 2017, starting his 10th year with the Chiefs. He is coming off a successful rehab from a torn ACL last season, making his grand return in the opening victory against the Denver Broncos.
Even the betting market looks to be favorable toward Mahomes’ chances at winning some awards. They are certainly high on him winning Comeback Player of the Year. According to BetOnline, Mahomes is the heavy favorite to take home the award among the other candidates. He is also within the top five as a potential candidate for the 2026 MVP award.
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What lies ahead for Patrick Mahomes, Chiefs this season
The Chiefs depend on Patrick Mahomes to stay healthy following the successful rehab. If he can maintain this hot start upon his return, they have a bright path ahead for the 2026 campaign.
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Mahomes has excelled in his two games back from injury. He has completed 47 out of 74 passes for 566 yards and five touchdowns and one interception while rushing nine times for 40 yards and a touchdown.
Kansas City is now 2-0 after beating the Broncos and the Indianapolis Colts. It marks a great start for them as they seek a return to playoff action.
Their current 2-0 record places them at first place in the AFC West Division standings, above the Las Vegas Raiders and the Broncos at the moment. In terms of the conference standings, they sit at the top spot above the Buffalo Bills and the Cincinnati Bengals.
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The Chiefs will look forward to their next matchup, being on the road. They take on the Miami Dolphins in Week 3 as kickoff commences on Sept. 27 at 1 p.m. ET.
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