Here's why Chiefs HC Andy Reid benched star defender vs Colts on 'SNF'

The Kansas City Chiefs were without rookie defensive back Mansoor Delane during their Week 2 win over the Indianapolis Colts on 'Sunday Night Football.'

According to Chiefs Senior Team Reporter Matt McMullen, Delane was ready to return from a shoulder injury he sustained during Kansas City 's matchup against the Denver Broncos in Week 1, but head coach Andy Reid deliberately sidelined the former LSU Tiger in primetime to give him more time to heal.

Take a look at McMullen's full assessment of Reid's latest comments on Delane's condition, which was posted to his official Twitter account after the Chiefs' latest win:

While it is unclear if Delane will fully recover from his injury in time to participate in Kansas City's Week 3 matchup against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium, fans can look forward to seeing the rookie standout back in action as soon as Reid deems him fit to play.