Chiefs' Josh Simmons Returns; Week 11 Availability Unclear

Rookie left tackle Josh Simmons returned to the Kansas City Chiefs' facility Monday after missing four games to tend to a family/personal matter. Head coach Andy Reid said Simmons stayed in communication and described the situation as “positive,” and the team has largely kept details private. Simmons, the Chiefs' late first-round No. 32 pick from Ohio State, started the first five games and played roughly 95% of snaps before his absence, which forced Jaylon Moore to fill in at left tackle. Kansas City's offensive line struggled in a 28-21 loss to the Bills, underscoring Simmons' importance in protecting Patrick Mahomes. With the team on a bye, Simmons has time to re-acclimate, but the Chiefs have not confirmed whether he will be available for the Nov. 16 road game at Denver.