The Kansas City Chiefs are about to embark on their final period of rest ahead of the 2023 season after mandatory minicamp ended on Thursday. Head coach Andy Reid updated reporters after practice with a list of the team’s players who are still licking their wounds ahead of training camp.
Coach Reid listed some players dealing with injuries but said most of them will be ready for camp.
Blake Bell (appendectomy), Mike Edwards (hamstring), Trent McDuffie (stress on fibula), Isiah Pacheco (shoulder), Trey Smith (tricep), LJ Sneed (knee) and Turk Wharton (knee).
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Among those injured were three key pieces to the Chiefs’ secondary, Mike Edwards, Trent McDuffie, and L’Jarius Sneed, whose inclusion in the list is sure to be worrisome for fans who know the importance of effective air defense.
Tershawn Wharton was the only other member of the defense mentioned by Reid, with a knee injury that could be concerning if it does not properly heal.
On offense, Kansas City is currently without tight end Blake Bell, running back Isiah Pacheco, and standout guard Trey Smith.
Though these players’ statuses for training camp are unknown, Reid seemed hopeful that they would be able to participate in the Chiefs’ preparations for the 2023 season where they hope to defend their newly won Super Bowl title.
