Mahomes day to day after injuring throwing elbow

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is day to day after injuring his throwing elbow in Sunday’s 35-12 win over the New York Jets, coach Andy Reid said Monday. The team is focusing on rehabilitation and easing soreness, while Mahomes’ availability for Sunday’s game against Atlanta remains undecided.

“It was more positive than negative news on Patrick,” Reid told reporters. He said Mahomes was in good spirits and that the Chiefs would monitor his recovery. Reid described the immediate plan as rehabilitation and reducing soreness, adding that the team would see how the situation develops.

Mahomes was hurt late in the first half when Jets rookie pass rusher David Bailey hit his right arm as he began a throwing motion, forcing a fumble. Mahomes received attention on the sideline, then returned to the game. He completed 23 of 31 passes for 242 yards and two touchdowns in the victory.

NFL Network reported that an MRI showed an elbow strain or sprain without significant damage. That finding has been attributed to the network’s report; Reid’s public update classified Mahomes as day to day rather than confirming a diagnosis. Mahomes’ practice participation later this week may...