Chiefs rule out Josh Simmons for Raiders game amid family matter

Kansas City Chiefs rookie left tackle Josh Simmons has been ruled out for Sunday’s game against the Las Vegas Raiders after missing multiple practices while tending to a family matter in California, the team announced. Simmons, the Chiefs’ first round pick out of Ohio State, did not play in last Sunday’s 30-17 win over the Detroit Lions and was absent from practice throughout the week.

Coach Andy Reid declined to discuss details of Simmons’ situation, saying the team’s general manager was handling the matter. “As far as the Josh Simmons situation goes, I’m not going to comment on it today,” Reid told reporters. Quarterback Patrick Mahomes said he would keep particulars private and added, “I’m always praying for him,” while expressing support for the player.

The Chiefs initially listed Simmons on the injury report with an illness designation before the team shifted to a non-injury personal classification and later described the issue as a family matter. Team officials have not provided a timeline for his return. If the absence becomes extended, the club could place Simmons on the NFL’s Non-Football Injury list, which would require a minimum four-game absence and open a roster...