The Chris Jones holdout is becoming more of a concern for Chiefs Kingdom with each passing day. Jones has already missed all of training camp and two preseason games and has indicated he may not join the team until week 8. Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes was asked about this situation on Wednesday and his comments were very telling. “I know how much Chris loves the Chiefs. I just try to stay out of it and tell Chris I love him. We know he’s preparing himself. … I don’t think anyone expected him to be out this long. He’s a vital part of this organization.” Patrick Mahomes, Chiefs media session 8/23 Mahomes comments publicly on Chris Jones holdout Patrick Mahomes on if heโs surprised that Chris Jonesโ holdout has continued this long: โI donโt think anyone expected him not to be here now.โ pic.twitter.com/SzUIjn1v4y— Sports Radio 810 WHB (@SportsRadio810) August 23, 2023 Patrick Mahomes on Chris Jones: "I know how much Chris loves the Chiefs. I just try to stay out of it and tell Chris I love him. We know he's preparing himself. … I don't think anyone expected him to be out this long. He's a vital part of this organization."— Nate Taylor (@ByNateTaylor) August 23, 2023 Facebook Twitter/X Email Post navigation Andy delivers a shocking statement about the Chris Jones holdout WATCH: Chiefs release epic hype video ahead of 2023 season