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.

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.

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

Kansas City Chiefs rookie left tackle Josh Simmons will reportedly return to the team "in a few weeks" as he deals with a "family situation," according to ESPN's Nate Taylor.

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.

The mystery surrounding the Kansas City Chiefs’ 2025 first-round draft pick only deepened ahead of Sunday’s Raiders Game

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