Rashee Rice injury update: Patrick Mahomes delivers encouraging injury update on the WR ahead of Chiefs OTAs

Kansas City Chiefs star Rashee Rice is making headlines as quarterback Patrick Mahomes delivers a promising injury update ahead of OTAs. With fans eager for his return, the wide receiver’s recovery progress has sparked optimism across Chiefs Kingdom.

As the 2025 NFL season nears, Rice’s comeback could be a major boost to Kansas City’s offense.

Patrick Mahomes confident as Rashee Rice shows strong signs of recovery ahead of 2025 season

Rashee Rice, who suffered a season-ending knee injury in Week 4 of the 2024 season, has been the subject of much speculation regarding his recovery and return. But according to Patrick Mahomes, the rising star is already showing signs that he’s ready to return to peak form.

“He looks like Rashee,” Mahomes stated. “He's running routes.

He's catching the football. I don't know when we get back into the actual OTAs, how much he'll be able to do, but he's been able to do everything here, as far as running routes and everything like that.”This update comes at a crucial time for Kansas City, as the team begins Organized Team Activities (OTAs) with a revamped wide receiver unit that now includes Xavier Worthy and Hollywood Brown. Rice’s return could significantly boost the Chiefs' offense in their pursuit of a third consecutive Super Bowl title.

Although Rice missed the initial OTA sessions (May 27–29), head coach Andy Reid clarified that his absence was due to illness and not related to his knee injury. Reid also highlighted Rice’s strong performance during Phase 2 of the offseason program.Before his injury, Rice was on a breakout path, registering 24 receptions for 288 yards and two touchdowns in just four games. Many analysts believed he was poised to become one of the league’s top young receivers.Also read: Why the NFL’s Olympic flag football plan could be a national embarrassmentWith the next media viewing window on June 4, fans and analysts alike will be closely watching Rice’s return. If Mahomes’ assessment proves accurate, Rashee Rice could be a key player in the Chiefs’ 2025 campaign.