Quarterback Matt Cassel underwent surgery on his injured right hand Monday evening and is listed as out for Monday night's game against the New England Patriots. Cassel's status for the remainder of the season is uncertain. Back up quarterback Tyler Palko gets the first crack at replacing Cassel.
Three other Chiefs were limited in practice on Thursday and were listed on the team's injury report. Kansas City's secondary could be down a couple of players as both Brandon Carr (ankle) and Brandon Flowers (back) were both limited in practice on Thursday. Defensive end Glenn Dorsey was also limited in practice with a knee injury.
| NAME | POSITION | INJURY | THU. | FRI. | SAT. | GAME STATUS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carr, Brandon | CB | Ankle | LP | - | - | - |
| Cassel, Matt | QB | Right Hand | Out | - | - | - |
| Dorsey, Glenn | DE | Knee | LP | - | - | - |
| Flowers, Brandon | CB | Back | LP | - | - | - |
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