Are the Kansas City Chiefs about to face the Las Vegas Raiders with a nearly full roster? It certainly looks that way based on the latest injury report, but one player's continued absence raises serious questions. Let's dive into the details of the Chiefs' and (eventually) Raiders' injury situation heading into their Week 7 showdown.
Published on October 16, 2025, at 8:40 PM UTC, this report breaks down the health status of key players as the (3-3) Kansas City Chiefs prepare to host the (2-4) Las Vegas Raiders at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. The game is scheduled for Sunday at noon, Arrowhead Time. This is a crucial divisional matchup for both teams, and player availability could significantly impact the outcome.
Every practice day during the NFL season, teams are required to release an official injury report. This report provides vital insight into which players are dealing with injuries and how those injuries are affecting their ability to practice and, ultimately, play in the upcoming game. It’s a crucial piece of information for fans, coaches, and even opposing teams trying to strategize.
Chiefs Injury Report
Here’s a breakdown of the Chiefs' second official injury report of the week:
| Player | Position | Injury | Wed | Thu | Fri | Status |
|-----------------|----------|-----------------|-----|-----|-----|--------|
| Josh Simmons | T | Personal | DNP | DNP | - | - |
| Brashard Smith | RB | Illness | DNP | FP | - | - |
| Hollywood Brown | WR | Achilles | FP | FP | - | - |
| Nikko Remigio | WR | Thumb | FP | FP | - | - |
| Xavier Worthy | WR | Shoulder/Ankle | FP | FP | - | - |
| Rashee Rice | WR | Other | FP | FP | - | - |
| Jawaan Taylor | T | Knee | FP | FP | - | - |
| Charles Omenihu | DE | Ankle | FP | FP | - | - |
| Jerry Tillery | DL | Elbow | - | FP | - | - |
Key: DNP = Did Not Practice, FP = Full Participant
Raiders Injury Report:
Official injury report coming soon. Check back for updates!
Important Notes and Observations:
The Josh Simmons Mystery Deepens: Just like Wednesday, left tackle Josh Simmons was absent from Thursday's practice. What's even more concerning is that he also missed Sunday night's game against the Detroit Lions for what the team is calling "unexplained personal reasons." The designation remains "not injury related - personal," leading many to believe it's the same issue that sidelined him in Week 6. But here's where it gets controversial... the Chiefs are remaining tight-lipped about the entire situation. Some speculate it could be a contract dispute, a family matter, or something else entirely. What do you think is going on? Is the team being transparent enough with fans?
Smith Bounces Back: After battling an illness on Wednesday, rookie running back Brashard Smith made a strong return, participating fully in Thursday's practice. This is a positive sign for the Chiefs' running game depth.
Tillery Added, But Practicing: Defensive lineman Jerry Tillery (elbow) was a new addition to the injury report on Thursday, but he also participated fully in practice. This suggests the injury might be minor and not significantly impact his availability for Sunday. And this is the part most people miss... it's possible he picked up the injury during practice, which is why it wasn't listed on Wednesday's report.
Good News All Around: The fact that every other Kansas City player on the injury report was a full participant is excellent news for the team's chances on Sunday. It suggests that the Chiefs are entering the game relatively healthy.
For reference, you can find the Wednesday injury report here: https://www.arrowheadpride.com/kansas-city-chiefs-injuries/184097/chiefs-raiders-week-7-wednesday-injury-report-josh-simmons-still-mysteriously-absent
What are your thoughts on the Chiefs' injury situation? Are you concerned about Josh Simmons' continued absence? How do you think the injuries (or lack thereof) will affect Sunday's game against the Raiders? Let us know in the comments below!
