After their practice session on Friday, the Kansas City Chiefs released a final injury report for their Week 11 showdown with the Buffalo Bills.
The report shared key updates for active and inactive Chiefs who are working to overcome adversities this season while Kansas City continues its pursuit of a third consecutive Super Bowl title.
Multiple players are on the injury report in Week 11, including key starters on both sides of the ball.
The Chiefs will need all the help they can get against the Bills, who are one of the strongest teams on Kansas City’s schedule this season.
Take a look at the Chiefs’ final injury report to see which players are expected to see the field when Kansas City faces off with Buffalo at Highmark Stadium:
Charles Omenihu (IR) injury report:
Aug 26, 2023; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Charles Omenihu (90) celebrates after a sack against the Cleveland Browns during the first half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports
Omenihu returned to practice this week after a stint on the Chiefs injured reserve list, but he is officially listed out for Kansas City’s matchup against the Bills.
Isiah Pacheco (IR) injury report:
Sep 15, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs running back Isiah Pacheco (10) catches a pass against Cincinnati Bengals safety Vonn Bell (24) at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images
Pacheco practiced with the team this week but will not make his return to the field against the Bills.
JuJu Smith-Schuster injury update:
Feb 12, 2023; Glendale, Arizona, US; Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster (9) makes a catch against the Philadelphia Eagles in the fourth quarter of Super Bowl LVII at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports
Smith-Schuster is expected to play for the first time since a hamstring injury forced him to miss time.
Mike Danna injury report:
Jan 29, 2023; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) is sacked by Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Mike Danna (51) in the first quarter of the AFC championship NFL game between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Jan. 29, 2023, at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo. The Chiefs led 13-6 at halftime. Mandatory Credit: Sam Greene-USA TODAY Sports
Danna has returned from his pectoral injury. He was active in Week 10 and is expected to play against Buffalo.
Mecole Hardman injury report:
Feb 11, 2024; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Mecole Hardman Jr. (12) celebrates after a game winning catch for a touchdown against the San Francisco 49ers during overtime of Super Bowl LVIII at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
Hardman was a full participant in Kansas City’s practices this week despite shoulder and toe injuries. He is expected to be active on Sunday.
DeAndre Hopkins injury report:
Nov 10, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins (8) runs with the ball against Denver Broncos cornerback Riley Moss (21) during the second half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images
Hopkins’ knee injury didn’t keep him from participating in practices this week. He is likely to start against Buffalo.
Kareem Hunt injury report:
Nov 10, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt (29) is tackled by Denver Broncos cornerback Riley Moss (21) during the second half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images
Kareem Hunt is dealing with a knee injury but it didn’t affect his ability to practice. He is going on the field against the Bills.
George Karlaftis injury report:
Kansas City Chiefs defensive end George Karlaftis (56) celebrates a stop in the fourth quarter of the NFL Week 17 game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Cincinnati Bengals at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo., on Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023. The Chiefs won 25-17 to clinch the AFC West Championship.
Karlaftis bounced back quickly from abdomen and ankle injuries. He will be a starting defensive end for the Chiefs in Week 11.
Patrick Mahomes injury report:
Oct 27, 2024; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) warms up before a game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images
Mahomes will play this week against Buffalo but is still listed on the Chiefs’ injury report due to his ankle and hip. However his condition did not prevent him from practicing with the team this week.
Wanya Morris injury report:
Sep 15, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs offensive tackle Wanya Morris (64) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the second half against the Cincinnati Bengals at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images
Morris is expected to start at left tackle against Buffalo after being injured in last week’s tilt against the Denver Broncos. He was a full participant in every practice that the Chiefs conducted in preparation for the Bills.
Derrik Nnadi injury report:
Sep 19, 2021; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Derrick Nnadi (91) walks the field before the game against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports
Nnadi has spent much of this season on the injury report with a triceps issue, but it hasn’t kept him off the field. He will play in Buffalo on Sunday.