# Chiefs-Dolphins game updates

> Chiefs start rookie Kahlil Benson at left tackle after Josh Simmons out.
- Title: Chiefs-Dolphins game updates · NBC Sports | Shortify
- Summary: Chiefs start rookie Kahlil Benson at left tackle after Josh Simmons out. Chiefs will start undrafted rookie Kahlil Benson at left tackle due to Josh Simmons'…
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- Source: NBC Sports — https://nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/lt-josh-simmons-out-cb-mansoor-delane-set-to-play-for-chiefs-dolphins
- Published: 2026-09-25T20:52:25.233+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: chiefs, dolphins, kahlil benson, josh simmons, mansoor delane, nfl, back injury, shoulder injury, sports
## Chiefs injury update
The Chiefs are once again set to start undrafted rookie Kahlil Benson at left tackle.
## Josh Simmons ruled out
Kansas City officially ruled out Josh Simmons on Friday with his back injury.
## Simmons practice status
Simmons did not practice all week as he continues to recover.
## Mansoor Delane status
Cornerback Mansoor Delane (shoulder) is off the injury report and set to play.
## Delane availability
He was a full participant in practice all week and available on an emergency basis for last week’s game against the Colts.
## Other players set to play
Defensive end Felix Anudike-Uzomah (quad), linebacker Jeff Bassa (shoulder), defensive back Jadon Canady (knee), linebacker Jack Cochrane (calf), defensive back Jaden Hicks (biceps), defensive tackle Chris Jones (calf), receiver Rashee Rice (knee), cornerback L’Jarius Sneed (knee), and quarterback Patrick Mahomes (knee) are all officially off the injury report and set to play.
## Key takeaway

Chiefs will start undrafted rookie Kahlil Benson at left tackle due to Josh Simmons' back injury, with Mansoor Delane set to play despite shoulder injury.