# Mansoor Delane back, Josh Simmons DNP

> Chiefs rookie Mansoor Delane returns to full practice as Josh Simmons DNP
- Title: Mansoor Delane back, Josh Simmons DNP · NBC Sports | Shortify
- Summary: Chiefs rookie Mansoor Delane returns to full practice as Josh Simmons DNP Delane cleared shoulder injury for Week 3; Simmons out for week
- Keywords: mansoor delane, josh simmons, chiefs, kansas city, nfl, week 3, sports, Mansoor, Delane, back, Josh, Simmons
- Source: NBC Sports — https://nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/mansoor-delane-returns-to-full-participation-josh-simmons-dnp-on-wednesday
- Published: 2026-09-23T20:52:43.793+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: mansoor delane, josh simmons, chiefs, kansas city, nfl, week 3, sports
## Delane cleared shoulder
Chiefs rookie Mansoor Delane returned to full practice after aggravating a shoulder injury during Week 1.
## Simmons DNP for week
Josh Simmons, the Chiefs' left tackle, did not practice Wednesday due to a back injury.
## Week 3 readiness
Delane participated in full practice Wednesday before being downgraded to limited Friday.
## Other players limited
Defensive tackle Chris Jones, Felix Anudike-Uzomah, Chamarri Conner, and L'Jarius Sneed all practiced limited.
## Full participants
Jeffrey Bassa, Jadon Canady, Jack Cochrane, Jaden Hicks, Rashee Rice, and Patrick Mahomes all practiced full.
## Key takeaway

Delane cleared shoulder injury for Week 3; Simmons out for week