The Kansas City Chiefs received some news regarding wide receiver Rashee Rice's status ahead of Monday's game against the New Orleans Saints. NFL

Despite optimism that Rashee Rice's knee injury isn't as significant as initially thought, it is unlikely that the Chiefs' wideout will play again this season, according to ESPN. Rice's status for the rest of the season is expected to be known on Tuesday after doctors perform surgery,

There’s finally some clarity surrounding Rashee Rice’s knee injury — and it’s equal parts heartbreaking and encouraging.

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice did not suffer as significant of a knee injury as initially expected, per reports.