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Herbie Teope

Chiefs safety Tyrann Mathieu still in concussion protocol, but Reid optimistic he'll play

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Chiefs safety Tyrann Mathieu practiced in full Friday for the second straight day but remains in the NFL's concussion protocol.

Chiefs coach Andy Reid did not sound overly concerned about that on Friday. He expressed optimism that Mathieu would eventually be cleared and thus be available for Sunday's showdown with the Cincinnati Bengals in the AFC Championship Game at Arrowhead Stadium.

"We think he'll be ready to roll here in a day or so," Reid said. "We'll see (Saturday)."

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