Patrick Mahomes is back on the golf course, and for Chiefs fans, that's a swing in the right direction. The star quarterback has been "making progress" in his recovery from major knee surgery, according to head coach Andy Reid, who spoke on Thursday. While Reid stopped short of guaranteeing Mahomes will be ready for the season opener, the sight of him teeing off with his left knee looking strong is a promising milestone.

The three-time Super Bowl MVP posted a video of his tee shot during the 15 and the Mahomies Vegas Golf Classic on Friday, a clear sign that his rehab is moving forward. Mahomes underwent surgery on December 15, just a day after tearing the ACL and LCL in his left knee during a game. Since then, every step—or swing—he takes has been closely watched by fans and the league alike.

The NFL clearly believes in the Chiefs' star power. Despite the uncertainty around Mahomes's return timeline, the league has scheduled Kansas City in prime-time windows. "The Chiefs are an incredible story," said NFL executive Hans Schroeder. "They're one of the most popular teams in the league right now. We went into the year planning to play the Chiefs in the same number of windows. We didn't know anything more than you did, but we're certainly hoping Patrick would be back Week 1."

For now, Mahomes is trading the gridiron for the green, and that's a good sign for anyone counting down to kickoff. Whether he's back under center in time for the opener or needs a few more weeks, his progress on the golf course shows he's on the right track. And for fans decked out in their Chiefs gear, that's something to celebrate.