Mike Danna Injury News & Updates
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Gets sack and interception
Danna recorded three tackles (one solo) including 1.0 sacks and an interception during Monday's 28-7 win versus the Commanders.
ANALYSIS
Danna's interception came in the middle of the first quarter when a screen pass bounced off wideout Deebo Samuel's chest in the red zone, and his sack came late in the third quarter when he ran unblocked right through the middle of Washington's offensive line. He'll be looking to build on Monday's success in Week 9 at Buffalo.
Oct 2, 2025
Opens week with full practice
Danna (quadriceps) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Danna missed the Chiefs' last two games due to a quadriceps injury that he sustained in Week 2 against the Eagles. He was able to practice without restrictions Thursday, and the 2020 fifth-rounder is trending towards making his return against the Jaguars on Monday. Danna's return would likely lead to a drop in snaps at defensive end for Malik Herring and rookie third-rounder Ashton Gillotte.
Sep 28, 2025
Remains out Week 4
Danna (quadriceps) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Ravens, Matt McMullen of the Chiefs' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Danna has been dealing with a quad injury sustained during the Chiefs' Week 2 loss to the Eagles. He was a limited participant Wednesday before practicing in full Thursday. But, he was downgraded to a non-participant Friday, and he'll now be sidelined for the second week in a row. In his absence, Charles Omenihu and/or Ashton Gillotte should see increased work Sunday versus Baltimore. Danna's next chance to play is Week 5 versus the Jaguars on Monday, Oct. 6.
Sep 26, 2025
Likely out again in Week 4
Danna (quadriceps) is listed as doubtful ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Ravens.
ANALYSIS
The 27-year-old downgraded from full practice Thursday to a limited session Friday, suggesting he's trending the wrong direction ahead of Sunday's contest. Danna has appeared in two games for Kansas City this season, recording two total tackles across 47 defensive snaps. If he's sidelined for the second consecutive time in Week 4, expect Charles Omenihu to see see increased work on the Chiefs' defensive line.
Sep 25, 2025
Practices fully Thursday
Danna (quadriceps) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, Matt McMullen of the Chiefs' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Danna was unable to play against the Giants this past Sunday due to a quad injury that he suffered during the Chiefs' Week 2 loss to the Eagles. However, his ability to practice in full Thursday indicates that he is past the issue and should suit up against the Ravens on Sunday, barring a setback. Danna's anticipated return will likely lead to a decrease in snaps at defensive end for rookie third-rounder Ashton Gillotte.
Sep 24, 2025
Returns to practice Wednesday
Danna (quadriceps) was a limited participant at practice Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Danna sat out practice all week last week before being sidelined in Week 3 with a quadriceps issue, but it now looks like he's making progress towards returning to game action. If he can log a full practice Thursday or Friday, he might be able to avoid carrying an injury designation into the weekend.
Sep 19, 2025
Out for Week 3
Danna (quadriceps) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Giants.
ANALYSIS
Danna didn't practice all week after suffering a quadriceps injury in the Chiefs' Week 2 loss to the Eagles, making it no surprise that he'll miss Sunday's contest. In his absence, Ashton Gillotte and Charles Omenihu are likely to see increased snaps on Kansas City's defensive line.
Sep 17, 2025
Misses Wednesday's practice
Head coach Andy Reid told reporters that Danna (quadriceps) won't practice Wednesday, Matt McMullen of the Chiefs' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
The 27-year-old from Michigan sustained a quadriceps injury in Kansas City's Week 2 loss to the Eagles, so it's no surprise he's missing Wednesday's practice. His participation in practice Thursday and Friday will likely provide the best indication of whether he can play in the Week 3 matchup against the Giants. If Danna is unable to go, expect Charles Omenihu and Ashton Gillotte to see increased defensive work.
Sep 14, 2025
Dealing with quad issue
Danna suffered a quadriceps injury in Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Eagles, Charles Goldman of AtoZSports.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Danna exited Sunday's game in the first quarter with what was originally described as a hip injury, but head coach Andy Reid described it to be quad issue following the contest. The 27-year-old's status at practice will be worth monitoring ahead of the team's matchup against the Giants on the road in Week 3.
Sep 14, 2025
Won't return vs. Philadelphia
Danna (hip) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's game against the Eagles.
ANALYSIS
Danna suffered a hip injury in the first quarter, and the injury is severe enough for him to not return to Sunday's contest. Charles Omenihu and rookie third-rounder Ashton Gillotte should see an uptick in defensive snaps the rest of the way in Danna's absence.
Sep 14, 2025
Questionable to return
Danna (hip) is questionable to return to Kansas City's matchup versus the Eagles on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Danna exited the game in the first quarter after having recorded two tackles (one solo) during the team's Week 1 win loss to the Chargers. There is currently no timetable on his return, and Ashton Gillotte will take over Danna's spot on the defensive line in his absence.
Feb 13, 2025
Forces two fumbles in 2024
Danna recorded 41 tackles (20 solo), including 3.5 sacks, a pass breakup and two forced fumbles in 13 regular-season games this season.
ANALYSIS
The defensive also posted seven tackles (two solo), including 1.0 sacks, and another forced fumble across Kansas City's three playoff games. Danna missed four regular-season contests due to calf and pectoral injuries, but in the games he did play, he saw the field on more than half of the Chiefs' defensive snaps, with the exception of the regular-season finale in which KC rested its starters. The 2020 fifth-round pick has started 35 of the last 36 games he's played in, and he will look to retain his role in 2025.
Dec 27, 2024
Notches pair of sacks Wednesday
Danna totaled five tackles (three solo), including 2.0 sacks, and forced a fumble against the Steelers in a 29-10 Week 17 win on Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Danna entered the contest with 1.5 sacks over 11 contests, but he surpassed that amount with a pair of takedowns of Russell Wilson on Christmas Day. The first of those sacks -- which came on the third play of the game -- caused Wilson to fumble, though the quarterback was able to recover the ball. Danna enters the Chiefs' Week 18 regular-season finale with 41 tackles, including 3.5 sacks, one defensed pass and two forced fumbles across 12 games.
Nov 6, 2024
Logs full practice Wednesday
Danna (pectoral) was a full practice participant Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Danna missed the Chiefs' last three games due to a pectoral injury, but the 2020 fifth-round pick appears to be over the issue as he was listed as a full practice participant on Wednesday's injury report. Barring any setbacks, Danna should be able to suit up against the Broncos on Sunday. Across four regular-season outings, he's logged 14 tackles (eight solo), including 0.5 sacks.
Nov 2, 2024
Won't play vs. Tampa Bay
Danna (pectoral) has been ruled out ahead of Monday's game against the Buccaneers.
ANALYSIS
Danna was a limited practice participant all week, but he will miss a third straight game due to a pectoral injury. His next chance at suiting up will be Week 10 against the Broncos on Sunday, Nov. 10. The Chiefs acquired Joshua Uche from the Patriots on Monday, and he should see significant playing time at edge right away opposite starter George Karlaftis.
Oct 31, 2024
Limited to open week
Danna (pectoral) was a limited practice participant Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Danna has missed the Chiefs' last two regular-season games due to a pectoral injury. The 2020 fifth-round pick will have two more chances to increase his practice participation ahead of Monday's game against the Buccaneers. Across four regular-season outings, Danna has logged 14 tackles (eight solo), including 0.5 sacks.
Oct 25, 2024
Missing more time
Head coach Andy Reid told reporters Friday that Danna (pectoral) won't play in Sunday's matchup against the Raiders, Matt McMullen of the Chiefs' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Danna is now in line to miss his second consecutive game due to a back injury likely sustained during Kansas City's bye week. Felix Anudike-Uzomah is expected to continue serving as one of the Chiefs' top defensive ends until Danna is past his back issue.
Oct 18, 2024
Won't play in Week 7
Danna (pectoral) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the 49ers.
ANALYSIS
Danna popped up on the Chiefs' injury report with a back injury following the team's bye week and was unable to practice all week, so it's no surprise he's been ruled out for Sunday's contest. Expect Felix Anudike-Uzomah to see increased work on the Chiefs' first-team defense in Danna's stead.
Oct 16, 2024
Misses Wednesday's practice
Danna (pectoral) didn't practice Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
The 26-year-old will likely need to upgrade to at least limited participation Thursday or Friday in order to suit up in Week 7, when the Chiefs travel to San Francisco. If Danna is unable to play through is pectoral injury Sunday, expect 2023 first-round pick Felix Anudike-Uzomah to see additional snaps and start opposite George Karlaftis on the Chiefs' defensive line.
Oct 14, 2024
Tending to pec issue
Danna is dealing with a pectoral injury following the Chiefs' bye in Week 6, Charles Goldman of AtoZSports.com reports.
ANALYSIS
It's not clear when Danna suffered the injury, but in any case, his availability for Week 7 is now in doubt. Kansas City's first official practice report of the week Wednesday should offer some insight into his status.
Oct 5, 2024
Will play Week 5
Danna (calf) fully participated in Saturday's practice and does not have an injury designation ahead of Monday's game against New Orleans, Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Danna was held out of the Chiefs' Week 4 win over the Chargers due to a calf injury. He was a limited participant in practice Thursday and Friday, but he upgraded to a full participant for Saturday's session and will be good to go for Monday night. Danna has registered 12 tackles (eight solo), including 0.5 sacks, through three regular-season contests.
Oct 3, 2024
Limited to start week
Danna (calf) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Danna was unable to play in Week 4 against the Chargers due to a calf injury he sustained during practice leading up to the game. He was at least able to practice in some capacity Thursday, and the next two practice sessions will provide a better sense of his status heading into Monday's game against the Saints. Danna has recorded 12 tackles (eight solo), including 0.5 sacks, in three regular-season games.
Sep 27, 2024
Out for Week 4
Danna (calf) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Chargers.
ANALYSIS
Danna has started all three games to open the season and played a season-best 72 percent of the defensive snaps last Sunday night against the Falcons. On the year, Danna has recorded 12 tackles (eight solo), including 0.5 sacks, and two QB hits. Felix Anudike-Uzomah and Malik Herring will be next up for snaps opposite George Karlaftis on Kansas City's defensive front.
Sep 26, 2024
Pops up on injury report
Danna (calf) did not participate in Thursday's practice session.
ANALYSIS
Danna was a full participant during Wednesday's practice, but it appears he is now working through a calf issue. Friday's injury report will provide clarity on his status heading into Sunday's AFC West showdown against the Chargers. Through three games this season, Danna has tallied 12 tackles (eight solo), including 0.5 sacks.
Apr 5, 2024
Back with Super Bowl champs
Danna has agreed to a three-year deal to remain with the Chiefs, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Danna -- whose deal is reportedly worth $24 million and includes $13 million guaranteed, per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network -- established career-highs last year by recording 6.5 sacks and 50 tackles in 16 regular-season games for Kansas City. With an extension now in place, the 26-year-old is set to continue in his starting defensive end role with the team that took him in the fifth round of the 2020 NFL Draft.
Jan 7, 2024
Inactive Sunday
Danna (rest) will not play in Sunday's matchup with the Chargers, Matt McMullen of the Chiefs' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
The Chiefs are opting to rest Danna in favor of prioritizing his health for the playoffs. In his absence, the likes of Charles Omenihu, Felix Anudike-Uzomah, BJ Thompson and Malik Herring are all candidates to see extra snaps on the defensive line.
Jan 5, 2024
Could be rested Sunday
Danna (rest) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Chargers.
ANALYSIS
Despite being a full participant at practice Friday, Danna's availability for Week 18 is in question. If the Chiefs -- who have already earned the third seed in the AFC -- opt to rest Danna on Sunday, it could pave the way for Charles Omenihu to get more snaps.
Dec 5, 2023
One sack in loss
Danna recorded four tackles and one sack in Sunday's 27-19 loss to the Packers.
ANALYSIS
Danna recorded his first game with four or more tackles since Week 7, and came up with a big sack in the fourth quarter to force a Packers field-goal attempt. The 26-year-old played in 38 defensive snaps which was fewer than both George Karlaftis (48) and Charles Omenihu (44). Danna has now compiled a career-high 6.5 sacks and 39 tackles on the season, but recently has been in a three-man rotation with Karlaftis and Omenihu which should be monitored by IDP managers in the upcoming weeks.
Oct 31, 2023
Another sack in loss
Danna recorded three solo tackles, including a sack, in Sunday's 24-9 loss to the Broncos.
ANALYSIS
Danna was able to get to the quarterback again in Week 8, sacking Russell Wilson in the loss. The defensive end has now registered a sack in two straight games and three out of the last four contests overall. Danna has now compiled a career-high 28 tackles and 5.5 sacks while also deflecting two passes over the first eight games of 2023.
Oct 24, 2023
Secures sack in win
Danna recorded six tackles (four solo), including a sack, in Sunday's 31-17 victory over the Chargers.
ANALYSIS
Danna was able to match his season-high six tackles from Week 1 while also raising his sack total to 4.5 on the season. Now in his fourth year with Kansas City, the defensive end is just two tackles short from matching his career-high 27 that he set in 2022.
Sep 26, 2023
Three tackles, including sack
Danna recorded three solo tackles, including a sack, in Sunday's 41-10 win over the Bears.
ANALYSIS
Danna was once again able to get to the quarterback and he is now up to 2.5 sacks on the season. The defensive end set a career high with 27 tackles and five sacks in 2022 and he's on pace to leave those numbers in the dust this year.
Aug 10, 2023
Returns to practice
Danna (calf) is practicing Thursday, Pete Sweeney of ArrowheadPride.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Danna suffered the injury in late July and has seemingly been absent from practice since. This Michigan product has been a key reserve on the Chiefs' defensive line since coming into the league in 2020, so his return is good news for Kansas City's defense.
Jul 29, 2023
Not at practice
Danna (calf) was absent from Saturday's practice, Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com reports.
ANALYSIS
He was also absent during Friday's practice along with tight end Jody Fortson and linebacker Drue Tranquill. Danna registered 27 tackles, five sacks and two forced fumbles in 13 games last season and is a key depth piece for a Chiefs' defensive front led by Chris Jones, Derrick Nnadi and George Karlaftis.
Mar 10, 2023
Another solid campaign in 2022
Danna racked up 27 tackles (nine solo), five sacks and two forced fumbles during the 2022 regular season.
ANALYSIS
Danna's 2022 campaign largely aligned with his previous two, but he did finish with career-high totals for both tackles and sacks. He's entering the final season of his rookie contract in 2023 and should maintain a regular role in the lineup for the Chiefs once again.
Nov 2, 2022
Returns in full
Danna (calf) was a full participant in practice Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Danna has been dealing with a calf injury over the last few weeks, but he took a key step forward by returning to practice in full Wednesday. He should return to the field Sunday against Tennessee barring any setbacks.
Oct 13, 2022
Full participant Thursday
Danna (calf) practiced fully Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Danna had missed the team's last three games with a calf injury, but his ability to log a full session Thursday indicates he's moved past the issue. If the 257-pounder is indeed cleared for action against the Bills on Sunday, he'd likely serve as a rotational piece on the Chiefs' defensive line.
Oct 10, 2022
Sidelined Monday
Danna (calf) was ruled inactive ahead of Monday's game against the Raiders.
ANALYSIS
Danna will miss his third game in a row due to a lingering calf injury despite returning to practice in full last Thursday. With the 24-year-old out, expect Malik Herring and Carlos Dunlap to rotate in behind starting defensive ends George Karlaftis and Frank Clark.
Oct 6, 2022
Back in full Thursday
Danna (calf) was listed as a full participant on the Chiefs' injury report Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Danna was limited during practice last week and was ruled out for the second straight game with a calf injury during Sunday's win over Tampa Bay. Now, the 6-foot-2 defensive end looks to be healthy again after logging two tackles over 70 defensive snaps through the first two weeks of the season. Danna should once again play a rotational role behind George Karlaftis and Frank Clark moving forward.
Sep 30, 2022
Remains out
Danna (calf) is out Sunday against the Buccaneers.
ANALYSIS
Danna picked up the injury in Week 2 against the Chargers, and he was unable to play Sunday against the Colts. His ability to log limited practices Thursday and Friday at least signals that he may be available in Week 5 against the Raiders.
Sep 23, 2022
No go for Week 3
Danna (calf) has been ruled out for the Chiefs' Week 3 contest against the Colts on Sunday, Adam Teicher of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Danna will be a no go this weekend after suffering a calf injury in the Cheifs' Week 2 win over the Chargers. Malik Herring and Joshua Kaindoh will likely see an uptick in snaps on the defensive line Sunday.
Sep 15, 2022
Won't return Thursday
Danna (calf) was ruled out for the remainder of Thursday night's game against the Chargers, Pete Sweeney of ArrowheadPride.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Danna recorded two tackles over 35 defensive snaps played before exiting with an unspecified calf injury during the second half of the Chiefs' Week 2 tilt. Though the exact nature and severity of this issue is still unclear, the backup defensive end will now have a ten-day break to work his way back heading into Kansas City's next game Sept. 25.
Oct 28, 2020
Receives return designation
Danna (hamstring) was designated to return from injured reserve Wednesday, Charles Goldman of USA Today reports.
ANALYSIS
The rookie fifth-round pick landed on injured reserve Oct. 10, but he's now eligible to resume practicing. Danna has already spent the three-game minimum on the shelf, so he could return for this weekend's matchup with the Jets.
Oct 10, 2020
Lands on IR
The Chiefs placed Danna (hamstring) on injured reserve Saturday, Adam Teicher of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
The rookie fifth-rounder averaged 31 defensive snaps per game before the injury, so Taco Charlton could see an increased snap count with Danna on the sidelines. Danna will be eligible to return Week 8 against the Jets.
Oct 7, 2020
Missing practice time
Danna (hamstring) was a non-participant during Wednesday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Danna suffered the injury during Monday's win over New England, and he was unable to return. This news signifies that the injury is somewhat serious, and the rookie out of Michigan is in jeopardy of missing Week 5 against Las Vegas. If he's forced to miss any more time, look for Alex Okafor and Taco Charlton to handle the bulk of the depth snaps at defensive line.
Oct 5, 2020
Ruled out with hamstring injury
Danna (hamstring) was ruled out for the remainder of the team's Week 4 contest against the Patriots.
ANALYSIS
Danna was originally deemed questionable to return, but the injury was deemed serious enough that he has been ruled out. Alex Okafor could take over a depth role along the defensive line in Danna's place.
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