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Kansas City Chiefs vs. Buffalo Bills Injury Report – Latest Updates on Hollywood Brown, Isiah Pacheco and DaQuan Jones For NFL Week 9 Clash

Key offensive starters headline Chiefs-Bills Week 9 injury updates and concerns

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Week 9 brings another blockbuster AFC matchup as the Kansas City Chiefs (5-3) head to Orchard Park to face the Buffalo Bills (5-2) at Highmark Stadium. Whenever Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen square off, it’s never just another Sunday, and this one carries that same promise of high-stakes drama.

Kansas City’s season has turned sharply since its rocky 0-2 start. The reigning AFC powerhouse has rattled off five wins in its last six outings, including three straight heading into this week. Monday night’s victory not only steadied the Chiefs’ campaign but also reignited their presence among the conference’s elite. Mahomes and his offense have rediscovered rhythm, backed by a defense that’s quietly tightened up in recent weeks.

A matchup you never want to miss. pic.twitter.com/wWVcqlipDR
— Kansas City Chiefs (@Chiefs) October 30, 2025

Buffalo, on the other hand, comes home riding a wave of confidence. Their 40-9 dismantling of the Carolina Panthers marked their early-season dominance. After a 4-0 start and a narrow setback to New England in Week 5, the Bills have regained momentum behind a revitalized run game aided by James Cook.

Kansas City Chiefs Injury Update for Week 9 Game vs. Buffalo Bills

Kansas City opened Week 9 with a few notable absences, though most key contributors appear on track for Sunday. Wide receiver Marquise Brown (illness) and offensive tackle Josh Simmons (personal) did not practice Wednesday, while guard Trey Smith (back) was limited. Running back Isiah Pacheco was not listed with an injury designation but was held out for precautionary reasons.

On the positive side, linebacker Nick Bolton (knee), defensive end Charles Omenihu (ankle), and running back Kareem Hunt (ankle) were all full participants. With Jawaan Taylor also managing minor knee and shoulder issues, the Chiefs seem poised to enter the weekend mostly healthy.

Below is the injury report for the Kansas City Chiefs for Week 9 action against the Buffalo Bills.

Player	Position	Injury	Practice	Status
Josh Simmons	OT	NIR (Personal)	DNP (Wed)	–
Isiah Pacheco	RB	Knee	–	–
Marquise Brown	WR	Illness	DNP (Wed)	–
Trey Smith	G	Back	LP (Wed)	–
Nick Bolton	LB	Knee	FP (Wed)	–
Kareem Hunt	RB	Ankle	FP (Wed)	–
Charles Omenihu	DE	Ankle	FP (Wed)	–
Brashard Smith	RB	Toe	FP (Wed)	–
Jawaan Taylor	T	Knee / Shoulder	–	–

*Note: DNP – Did not practice, LP – Limited participant, FP – Full participant

Trey Smith was limited in practice today.

Hollywood Brown, Isiah Pacheco and Josh Simmons did not practice.
— Kansas City Chiefs (@Chiefs) October 29, 2025

Buffalo Bills Injury Update for Week 9 Game vs. Kansas City Chiefs

Buffalo’s first practice of the week featured a mix of rest days and minor setbacks. Running back Ray Davis (illness) and wide receiver Josh Palmer (knee/ankle) were held out, while defensive tackle DaQuan Jones (calf) also missed practice. Linebacker Terrel Bernard (ankle) and veteran pass rusher Matt Milano (pectoral) both logged full sessions, offering a major boost for the defense.

Veterans Joey Bosa (rest) and Jordan Phillips (rest) were limited, alongside kicker Matt Prater (calf) and linebacker Shaq Thompson (hamstring). Though the Bills are still monitoring a few key names, their core remains intact heading into a pivotal home clash with Kansas City.

Below is the injury report for the Buffalo Bills for Week 9 action against the Kansas City Chiefs.

Player	Position	Injury	Practice	Status
Terrel Bernard	LB	Ankle	FP (Wed)	–
Joey Bosa	DE	Vet Rest	LP (Wed)	–
Ray Davis	RB	Illness	DNP (Wed)	–
DaQuan Jones	DT	Calf	DNP (Wed)	–
Matt Milano	OLB	Pectoral	FP (Wed)	–
Josh Palmer	WR	Knee/Ankle	DNP (Wed)	–
Jordan Phillips	DT	Vet Rest	LP (Wed)	–
Matt Prater	K	Right Calf	LP (Wed)	–
Shaq Thompson	OLB	Hamstring	LP (Wed)	–

*Note: DNP – Did not practice, LP – Limited participant, FP – Full participant

Wednesday injury report pic.twitter.com/3PMP5NJSJA
— Buffalo Bills PR (@BuffaloBillsPR) October 29, 2025

Both teams enter the matchup with relatively stable health, though depth on offense could be tested. The Chiefs’ biggest watch remains Marquise Brown’s availability, given his growing chemistry with Patrick Mahomes. For Buffalo, DaQuan Jones’ calf issue looms large for a defense already dealing with front-line rotations. If both squads manage their key absences, Sunday’s clash should highlight two AFC contenders near full strength.

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I’m an academic turned sports writer from Raipur, India, specializing in the NFL, MMA, and tennis at The Playoffs. I previously wrote for Sportskeeda and hold a B.A. and M.A. in History. My journey into sports media began far from the field, rooted in the arts and sciences. Funny enough, I didn’t grow up a sports fan; I used to see it all as just noise. But a fateful writing job introduced me to the world of sports, and what began as a gig quickly became a passion. I understood those voices aren’t noise; they’re emotions of true sports fans, and now I am one of them, writing with the same energy I once questioned.