The Kansas City Chiefs are expressing optimism regarding the knee injury of wide receiver Rashee Rice, suggesting that it may not be as severe as initially feared. While it is unlikely that Rice will return this season, the recovery timeline could be shorter than expected pending the results of his upcoming surgery. Rice was injured during a Week 4 game against the Los Angeles Chargers, where he was leading the NFL in receptions and second in receiving yards at the time of his injury.

• Rashee Rice's knee injury may not be as serious as feared.
• The Chiefs placed Rice on injured reserve, sidelining him for at least four games.
• His injury occurred during a play involving quarterback Patrick Mahomes.