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8 familiar faces the Chiefs could turn to for help as injuries pile up

With injuries creating new roster concerns, Kansas City could find some familiar options among former players who might be available for a reunion.

Published: Thursday, 15 October 2026 at 12:30 PM
8 familiar faces the Chiefs could turn to for help as injuries pile up
Key Things to Know
  • Writer Matthew Chabot proposes eight former Kansas City players the Chiefs could target to address mounting injury concerns.
  • Proposed offensive targets include former Chiefs receivers Tyreek Hill, Mecole Hardman, Marquez Valdes-Scantling, and tackle Wanya Morris.
  • Defensive and special teams candidates suggested for reunions include Khalen Saunders, Mike Edwards, Deon Bush, and Nazeeh Johnson.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Matthew Chabot of Arrowhead Addict outlines eight former Kansas City Chiefs players the franchise could target for reunions to address mounting injury issues. Despite sitting undefeated through five weeks entering Week 6, the Chiefs face depth challenges that may prompt general manager Brett Veach to look at familiar veterans available via free agency, trades, or practice squad poaches.

The proposed reunion candidates include offensive targets Tyreek Hill, Mecole Hardman, and Marquez Valdes-Scantling, as well as offensive tackle Wanya Morris. On defense and special teams, Chabot highlights defensive tackle Khalen Saunders, safeties Mike Edwards and Deon Bush, and defensive back Nazeeh Johnson as logical depth options.

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