Chiefs LT Josh Simmons Ruled Out for Week 2 with Back Injury

Kansas City Chiefs left tackle Josh Simmons has been ruled out for Sunday's Week 2 game against the Indianapolis Colts due to a back injury, head coach Andy Reid confirmed Friday. The 2025 first-round pick is described as week-to-week and has received a second opinion from a back specialist, according to a source with knowledge of the situation. Reid stated that Simmons is at a two-week mark in his recovery and is feeling better, but not yet ready to play. "He's at that two-week mark now, so they'll go back and reevaluate the back," Reid said. "But I know he's feeling better than what he was. Wasn't good enough to play. We'll see." The Chiefs have not placed Simmons on injured reserve, which would require a minimum four-game absence, indicating they expect a shorter recovery. With Simmons sidelined, undrafted rookie Kahlil Benson is expected to start at left tackle for the second consecutive week. Benson started in the Chiefs' 31-10 Week 1 victory over the Denver Broncos and played all 69 offensive snaps. The team has expressed encouragement with his performance, and he is set to protect quarterback Patrick Mahomes against the Colts.