PTI Impact of Injuries to Mahomes and Parsons
Dec 16, 2025
Michael Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser dive into the significant ACL injuries of Patrick Mahomes and Micah Parsons, debating their impacts on both players' teams and the league. They draw parallels with past recoveries from similar injuries, considering mobility concerns for Mahomes. The hosts argue that Parsons' absence will be felt sooner, while Mahomes has strong long-term prospects. The discussion also covers NFL results, including Buffalo's comeback, and evaluates Phillip Rivers' potential return to the game.
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Mahomes' Injury Likely Has A Second Act
- Patrick Mahomes' ACL tear is serious but not career-ending given modern recoveries and his desire to return.
- Michael Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser compare it to Tom Brady and Joe Burrow coming back successfully after similar injuries.
Use Past Recoveries To Set Expectations
- Don't assume ACL tears end elite quarterbacks' careers; use historical recoveries as context.
- Expect teams and players to pursue full rehabilitation and aim for a return to peak play.
Parsons' Loss Hits Packers Harder
- Micah Parsons' ACL tear may have a bigger immediate impact on Green Bay than Mahomes' injury does on Kansas City.
- Parsons' pass-rushing presence was central to the Packers' Super Bowl hopes and their current playoff push.