Josh Simmons, Kansas City Chiefs
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Read about ex-Ohio State lineman Josh Simmons' absence from the Kansas City Chiefs and when he might be expected back on an NFL field.
Simmons, the No. 32 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, returned home to California prior to the Chiefs' Week 6 game and was ruled out on the availability report with a "personal" designation. Coach Andy Reid initially declined to comment on the situation but this week offered a positive update on his first-year offensive lineman.
Kansas City Chiefs left tackle Josh Simmons has now missed two straight games due to what the club has described as a personal matter. Head coach Andy Reid offered a bit more insight into the rookie’s situation on Thursday.
Andy Reid told the media to move on should they have any more questions regarding the absence of Josh Simmons.
After missing his team's Week 6 win over the Detroit Lions due to what was described as a "family situation," Kansas City Chiefs rookie left tackle Josh Simmons was ruled out of the team's Week 7 game against the Las Vegas Raiders on Friday after missing practice throughout the week for personal reasons.