Chiefs Address Josh Simmons’ Situation Amidst Injury Concerns

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Quinn Allen

October 16, 2025 1:10 PM

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The Kansas City Chiefs selected offensive tackle Josh Simmons from Ohio State with the 32nd overall pick in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft. Simmons, standing 6’5″, entered the league after a notable college career, having helped the Ohio State Buckeyes win a national championship and spending two seasons as a key contributor before an injury during his sophomore year. Despite a promising start, Simmons’ rookie season with the Chiefs faced an unexpected setback. Ahead of Week 6, the left tackle was suddenly listed on the injury report due to a personal matter, missing both the game against the Detroit Lions and subsequent practices. Head coach Andy Reid and quarterback Patrick Mahomes declined to provide further details, citing respect for Simmons’ privacy. NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport later clarified Simmons was dealing with a family issue in California. In Simmons’ absence, swing tackle Jaylon Moore stepped in effectively, helping the Chiefs secure their offensive line. Simmons’ status remains uncertain, but his early career trajectory and value to Kansas City suggest the team will support him through this period. For more details, see Chiefs remain mum on Josh Simmons’ continued absence and Josh Simmons | 2024 | Football | Ohio State.