Kansas City Chiefs injury and roster updates

Ahead of their Week 7 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks, the undefeated Kansas City Chiefs (5-0) are managing various roster changes and player injuries. Wide receiver Rashee Rice has been sidelined with a hamstring injury; while head coach Andy Reid previously noted Rice was “getting better by the day,” he has since been ruled out for the game. Running back Brashard Smith has also been placed on injured reserve with a hamstring injury.

On the offensive line, right tackle Jaylon Moore has been ruled out after entering concussion protocol. Head coach Andy Reid has expressed confidence in backup offensive tackle Joshua Ezeudu to fill this vacancy.

On the defensive side, linebacker Cooper McDonald has returned from injured reserve following a knee injury, leading the team to waive linebacker Cam Jones. Cornerback L’Jarius Sneed remains questionable with a knee issue and also faces an NFL fine for a late hit during a recent game against the Los Angeles Chargers.

In contrast, the Seattle Seahawks have activated running back Zach Charbonnet from the Physically Unable to Perform list. The matchup also features Kenneth Walker III, who signed with the Chiefs after leaving Seattle. Additionally, tight end Travis Kelce nears several career milestones, including the potential to surpass Tony Gonzalez for the most receiving yards by a tight end in NFL history, including the postseason.