The Chiefs are set to get some major reinforcement on their offensive line. According to Jordan Schultz, rookie left tackle Josh Simmons has returned to the team facility after tending to a personal matter. It sounds like Simmons should be back in the lineup when the Chiefs return from their bye in Week 11. Simmons was a late addition to Kansas City's injury report in Week 5 with an illness. He played in that game but missed the next four contests. We haven't received any definitive details about the personal matter he was dealing with, but his absence was tagged as non-injury-related/personal. Simmons, a first-round pick, has been a key player for the Chiefs this season, starting each of their first five games. Pro Football Focus has graded him 43rd among 75 qualifying offensive tackles, with a particular focus on his pass-blocking ability. With Simmons out, the team turned to Jaylon Moore, who signed a two-year, $30MM deal this offseason. Moore has been a valuable depth piece, and Pro Football Focus ranks him as the 30th-best tackle in 2025. When Simmons returns, Moore will likely return to a bench role, giving the Chiefs a unique luxury. This situation presents an opportunity for the team to get creative with their offensive line options during the season's stretch run. Follow @PFRumors for more updates.
