Andy Reid gets first good news of the year from one of his important players amid Patrick Mahomes ankle injury

Andy Reid gets first good news of the year from one of his important players amid Patrick Mahomes ankle injury

The move means Watson’s 21-day practice window is now open and the Chiefs have until January 24 to activate him to the 53-man roster from injured reserve.

The cornerback has been on injured reserve since Week 8 after he sustained a broken fibula during the team’s win over the San Francisco 49ers.

Chiefs head coach Andy Reid hinted at Watson’s return earlier in the week when he spoke to the media on Monday.

“There’s a chance with Mecole (Hardman) and potentially (Jaylen) Watson,” Reid said. “I mean, potentially, you know, that would be stretching it, the whole thing.”