AFC standings could hinge on Patrick Mahomes’ ankle injury

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The Kansas City Chiefs won on Sunday, but quarterback Patrick Mahomes left the game in the fourth quarter with an injury. He hobbled off the field and did not return, ultimately limping to the locker room after the game.

Chief’s coach Andy Reid said Mahomes’ ankle is not broken and the QB is considered day to day. Mahomes asked to go back into the game, but the…