Rookie tackle Josh Simmons out vs. Lions due to family issue; Jaylon Moore starts.

The Kansas City Chiefs announced on October 12, 2025, that rookie left tackle Josh Simmons will miss their game against the Detroit Lions due to a personal family matter in California, not injury. Listed as questionable earlier, Simmons was ruled out by late afternoon, prompting Jaylon Moore, a free-agent signing from the 49ers, to start at left tackle. Simmons, a 2025 first-round pick, has started all five games this season despite recent health concerns. The Chiefs, aiming to avoid a 2-4 start, now rely on Moore to help protect quarterback Patrick Mahomes in a key primetime matchup.