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KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- The Kansas City Chiefs defended their treatment of Alex Smith after he twice had his head slam into the turf in Indianapolis, saying Monday that their quarterback passed concussion tests on the sideline and in the locker room after both of the hits.Chiefs trainer Rick Burkholder also said team physicians and an independent neurologist do not believe that Smith sustained a concussion.Still, he will be evaluated by another neurologist in Kansas City this week before determining whether he can play against Jacksonville on Sunday.Its certainly possible, Burkholder said Monday. Well go through the return-to-play protocol and see where hes at it. But yes, its possible.Smith was hurt initially when he was hit while sliding in the first quarter Sunday, and Nick Foles took over for about a quarter while Smith went through the protocol. He returned to the game and was hit again on a slide in the second half, and thats when the Chiefs decided he would not return.Foles proved to be everything the Chiefs hoped for as a backup. He finished 16 of 22 for 223 yards and two touchdowns without an interception in leading Kansas City to a 30-14 victory.There was some confusion when Smith was ruled out of the game with a concussion.Burkholder said he incorrectly reported the injury designation, and in fact Smith was still going through the protocol the second time when that announcement was made. He also said statements made after the game that Smith sustained a concussion were inaccurate.I was with him on the plane, talked to him last night, hes been in this morning -- hes absolutely asymptomatic, Burkholder said. Hes had a concussion before, missed time. Hes aware of the situation.Smith isnt the only Chiefs player dealing with injury issues.Running back Spencer Ware did not return to the Colts game after sustaining a concussion -- Burkholder said he did not sufficiently pass the same tests that Smith went through. And at this point, it appears unlikely Ware will be available against the Jaguars.That leaves the Chiefs thin at running back because Jamaal Charles, who is trying to come back from ACL surgery, was due to see Dr. James Andrews after experiencing swelling in the knee.Chiefs coach Andy Reid characterized the visit as routine, but there is concern that Charles has not progressed as quickly as anticipated in his recovery. He has only carried the ball 12 times in three games, and was not active against Indianapolis because of the knee.We dont have any information yet, Reid said Monday. Hes been checking with Dr. Andrews, thats the person who did the surgery. This isnt uncommon. Lets just figure it out and go from there.If Ware and Charles are unable to play, Charcandrick West would be their only healthy running back on the active roster. Darrin Reaves and Zac Brooks are available on the practice squad.Meanwhile, offensive lineman Parker Ehinger sprained his knee and did not return against the Colts. If hes unable to play this week, Zach Fulton would pick up where he left off Sunday.One bit of positive news was the progress of outside linebacker Justin Houston, who is coming back from ACL surgery. The star pass rusher returned to practice two weeks ago and has made noteworthy improvement, though it remains uncertain when Houston will be able to play in a game.Reid said it would be a stretch for him to play against Jacksonville.What were going to do is take it like we have been, see how he does this week, Reid said. If he is ready to go, he can go. 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Manly forward Jake Trbojevic is in line for a shock Test debut after being drafted into the Kangaroos squad for the injured Josh Papalii.Canberras Papalii was ruled out of Saturdays Test against New Zealand in Perth and Australias Four Nations campaign due to an ongoing ankle injury.Papalii carried the injury into Kangaroos camp and after struggling to train this week, the decision was made to replace him in the 24-man squad.With Wests Tigers forward Aaron Woods absent due to his marriage, Kangaroos starting prop Matt Scott said Trbojevic could make international debut against the Kiwis at nib Stadium after being brought into the Australian squad on Thursday.He is a definite chance of playing, Scott said in Perth.We are very disappointed for Josh. He has been in great form this year and it is sad to see him leave the camp.But Jake is a great addition to the group.I am looking forward to spending a few weeks with him and hopefully playing alongside him.Papallis injury means Trbojevic coulld be a number of rookies alongside Shannon Boyd, Valentine Holmes and Tyson Frizell to make their Test debuts against New Zealand on Saturday.ddddddddddddThe loss of Papalii is a blow to the Kangaroos who are faced with the task of stopping a massive Kiwi pack.But Kangaroos coach Mal Meninga said 22-year-old Trbojevic, was a worthy addition to his squad.Jake will give us size and intimidation, Meninga said.It is always disappointing to lose a player of Joshs calibre but this will be a wonderful opportunity for Jake and Im excited to see what he can do in the green and gold jersey.A Test debut would mark a remarkable rise for Trbojevic, who is yet to play State of Origin but is seen as a long term representative player of the future.He has played 47 games for the Sea Eagles since 2013 and re-signed with the club last week until the end of the 2020 NRL season. 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