Second-year offensive lineman Josh Simmons continued to be listed on the Kansas City Chiefs' injury report heading into the team's Week 6 matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers.

Is Simmons expected to take the field to face Los Angeles this afternoon?

Here's the latest update on Simmons' status:

Josh Simmons status update

Simmons has been dealing with a back injury that kept him from playing in the Chiefs' first four games of the 2026 NFL regular season. He was a limited participant in all of Kansas City's practice sessions this week.

How long will Josh Simmons be out?

The Chiefs have officially ruled Simmons out for their Week 6 matchup against the Chargers. It is unclear when the former Ohio State Buckeye will return to the field, but his limited participation in workouts this week is an indication that his status is trending in the right direction.

Chiefs OL depth chart

Rookie lineman Kahlil Benson will be Kansas City's starting left tackle when the Chiefs face Los Angeles in Week 6.