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Travis Kelce hurts right ankle on first drive, stays in game for Chiefs

During the Kansas City Chiefs’ opening drive against the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 6, tight end Travis Kelce caught a screen pass and advanced upfield for a minimal gain. After the play, Kelce winced on the ground before gingerly…

Published: Sunday, 18 October 2026 at 8:30 PM
Travis Kelce hurts right ankle on first drive, stays in game for Chiefs
Key Things to Know
  • Travis Kelce suffered a right ankle injury during the Chiefs' opening drive but remained in the game.
  • The tight end missed two plays to get his ankle taped on the sideline without using the blue tent.
  • Kansas City settled for a 44-yard Harrison Butker field goal following the drive.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce suffered a right ankle injury during the team's opening drive against the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 6. Kelce appeared to roll his ankle after being tackled on a screen pass. He left the field to receive medical attention on the sideline but missed only the final two plays of the initial possession before returning to action.

While on the sideline, Kelce had his ankle taped without entering the medical tent, as Kansas City settled for a 44-yard Harrison Butker field goal. CBS sideline reporter Melanie Collins later reported that Kelce's tape was reinforced, and the tight end continued to play through the contest, re-entering the field for the Chiefs' second offensive drive.

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