Piggybacking off Andy Reid’s optimism, Chiefs Chairman and CEO Clark Hunt said he anticipates Josh Simmons, who has been away from the team for several weeks, to return to the team.

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.

Andy Reid told the media to move on should they have any more questions regarding the absence of Josh Simmons.

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.

On Friday, ESPN’s Nate Taylor reported that the Chiefs were hopeful Simmons could return to the team during the team’s bye week. That bye week comes in Week 10, meaning Simmons would miss a Week 9 game against the Buffalo Bills before returning to possibly be back in action for a Week 11 game against the Denver Broncos.

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After 11 days of uncertainty and concern, Andy Reid was able to provide good news on the Josh Simmons situation Thursday. “My update for you

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.