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Chiefs News 3/12: Kenneth Walker and Kansas City are a perfect pairing

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - JANUARY 25: Kenneth Walker III #9 of the Seattle Seahawks runs with the ball during an NFC Championship NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams at Lumen Field on January 25, 2026 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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2026 NFL free agency: 8 perfect player-team pairings after first wave of signings | NFL.com

Kenneth Walker III Kansas City Chiefs

Walker’s decision to join the Chiefs projects as a spectacular move for both player and team. The MVP of Super Bowl LX will benefit from Kansas City’s upper-echelon blocking; in 2025, the Chiefs’ offensive line propelled the team’s rushers to a 43.6% success rate (seventh-highest in the NFL). And K.C. achieved that despite being in desperate need of more dynamism from its running back room. Chiefs RBs have produced explosive runs of 10-plus yards at the lowest rate in the league in consecutive seasons (4.7% in 2024, 6.5% in 2025). Walker, on the other hand, generated explosive runs on 14.9% of his carries this past season, the second-highest rate among running backs with 150-plus attempts. His top career speed of 22.09 MPH is faster than any mark hit by a Chiefs back on a scrimmage play since at least 2016. from Article

Kansas City has 2 significant concerns entering league year | SI

Heartburn at cornerback

Cornerback has to be Kansas City’s No. 1 worry, though, simply because the Chiefs are significantly short-handed. They simply don’t have the bodies, not to mention the level of quality they’ve lost since March 4.

Kansas City’s two starting quarterbacks in 2025 became – within a six-day stretch – starters for the Los Angeles Rams. Trent McDuffie after the trade became the highest-paid cornerback in NFL history, and Jaylen Watson became the NFL’s first free-agent cornerback to sign with a team this offseason.

Nohl Williams, a talented but raw third-round pick, and Kristian Fulton, a veteran 2025 free agent who spent most of his first Chiefs season in Steve Spagnuolo’s doghouse, would likely start if Kansas City had to play a game on Sunday. While Williams routinely shut down some of the game’s best wide receivers, the slot is even more of a concern. To fill McDuffie’s cleats there, Chris Roland-Wallace could be the Chiefs’ next option. Chamarri Conner, who most believe is better as a safety, would also be in the mix, and non-drafted free agent Kevin Knowles has a promising future.

Chiefs DL Chris Jones Posts Mysterious Message Regarding FA Pass Rusher | Heavy

Jones is always having fun on social media, and has already made posts recently about the Chiefs bringing back Kelce and signing Walker. On Wednesday, seemingly out of the blue, Jones sent out a post on X that simply read “Cam Jordan…”.

Nobody knows if this is Jones lobbying for the Chiefs to sign Jordan, or if he has some insider knowledge that the team is planning to do so. Regardless, Jordan is a name to keep an eye on, as he played under Chiefs defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo during the 2012 season with the New Orleans Saints.

During that season, Jordan posted a career high in tackles with 67. He also recorded eight sacks, three forced fumbles, and three passes defensed. Jordan has the protype size that Spagnuolo likes in his defensive ends at 6-foot-4 and 287 pounds. At 36 years old, Jordan may not be in his prime anymore, but is actually coming off the best year he’s had in a while, racking up 10.5 sacks in 2025.

Free Agency already has ruined many mock drafts | Yahoo Sports

Jeremiyah Love landing with the Kansas City Chiefs or New Orleans Saints? Almost certainly toast.

The Pittsburgh Steelers and San Francisco 49ers locking in on a first-round wide receiver? Much less likely.

The Tennessee Titans passing on a first-round receiver with the signing of Wan’Dale Robinson? Not so fast.

Those are just some of the reverberations from the first day of NFL free agency’s legal tampering period, which rolled into mock drafts like a live grenade.

Perhaps no headliner in the draft process had his potential landing spots impacted more significantly than Love, the No. 1 running back prospect who exited the league’s annual scouting combine on a heater that had him flying up some draft boards. So much so, it appears neither the Saints or the Chiefs (who hold the Nos. 8 and No. 9 picks in the first round) felt obliged to wait and see if he Love actually made it to their pick. Instead, each franchise will dole out the two richest running back contracts in this wave of free agency, with Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III committing to sign with Kansas City for three years and $45 million, and Travis Etienne Jr. locking in with the Saints for a surprising four-year $52 million deal.

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Ravens’ DeCosta ‘gutted’ that Maxx Crosby trade fell through | ESPN

OWINGS MILLS, Md. — Talking for the first time since backing out of the trade with the Las Vegas Raiders for five-time Pro Bowl pass-rusher Maxx Crosby, Baltimore Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta struck a somber tone Wednesday over the decision to not complete the deal and pushed back on the narrative that he had buyer’s remorse.

“I understand how people might maybe from afar would feel that way, but nobody’s more upset about this than me — gutted by it actually,” DeCosta said during his 19-minute media session. “And so a regret, a big regret for me, but we will move on as a football team.”

DeCosta got emotional at times in explaining it was a difficult but necessary decision, pointing out that Crosby is one of his favorite players in the NFL but he had to do what was best for the organization. He veered away from mentioning any medical concerns with Crosby and said the trade was nullified “based on our assessment of the situation.” League sources told ESPN the Ravens had medical concerns that arose during Crosby’s physical.

The Ravens were within their rights to move on from the deal because trades are contingent on players passing a physical. But Baltimore has drawn criticism among league circles because the team voided the trade with Crosby, which included sending two first-round draft picks to the Raiders, and quickly pivoted to a deal for Pro Bowl pass-rusher Trey Hendrickson that didn’t require giving up any draft capital.

Bills signing ex-Dolphins pass rusher Bradley Chubb to three-year, $43.5 million deal | NFL.com

The Buffalo Bills are taking another swing at a veteran edge rusher.

Two-time Pro Bowler Bradley Chubb is signing a three-year, $43.5 million deal with Buffalo, NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport, Mike Garafolo and Tom Pelissero reported on Wednesday. The contract includes $29 million in guaranteed money and can be worth up to $52.5 million, per The Insiders.

Chubb became available after the Miami Dolphins decided they would release him as part of a larger effort to clear salary cap amid their rebuild under new leadership. News of their split first surfaced in mid-February, offering Chubb time to explore the market before his release (with a post-June 1 designation) became official Wednesday.

It didn’t take him long to find a job elsewhere, landing with Buffalo less than one hour into the new league year.

Colts to re-sign QB Daniel Jones to 2-year, $88M deal | ESPN

The Indianapolis Colts and quarterback Daniel Jones reached agreement Wednesday on a two-year, $88 million contract that can be worth up to $100 million, agents Brian Murphy and Andrew Kessler told ESPN’s Adam Schefter.

Jones gets $50 million fully guaranteed at signing, while $60 million is guaranteed for injury, the agents told Schefter.

“I’m fired up,” Jones said on the “The Pat McAfee Show” on Wednesday. “Fired up to be back and definitely grateful for the opportunity to be back and here with the Colts.”

Jones, recovering from a torn Achilles, is expected to be ready for the start of the regular season, and one source told Schefter he “absolutely” expects him to be ready for training camp.

While calling it a “process,” Jones said Wednesday his rehab is going well and his goal is to be back Week 1.

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4 ways Kenneth Walker can impact the Chiefs’ offense

1. Bringing back the screen game

Walker is interesting to evaluate as a receiving back. He has reliable hands and can run a functional route tree, but he’s not great in pass protection. Because of this, it was difficult for the Seahawks to play Walker on obvious passing downs, since teams would blitz a second-level defender to make Walker stay in protection and identify the right blitzer.

There’s a chance that being coached by offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy will help in pass protection. Regardless of that, however, Walker could shine in the screen game. When exploring options at running back, it’s easy to imagine head coach Andy Reid getting excited about Walker in the screen game.

Walker’s speed and juking ability make him deadly in open space. Pair that with Reid’s designs and the Chiefs’ athleticism on the offensive line, and it’s fair to expect multiple explosive plays off screens next season.

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REPORT: Chiefs are signing cornerback Kader Kohou

Sep 30, 2024; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Tennessee Titans wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins (10) jumps but cannot make a catch against Miami Dolphins cornerback Kader Kohou (4) and cornerback Storm Duck (36) during the second quarter at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images | Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

After the Kansas City Chiefs’ newest free-agent signings answered questions from reporters on Thursday afternoon, the team reportedly made another move.

Sources: The #Chiefs are signing former #Dolphins CB Kader Kohou.

Kohou missed all of last season with a knee injury, but has 38 career starts, 190 tackles, and 3 INTs. More versatility in KC’s secondary. pic.twitter.com/Pv7iSUPTuH

— Jordan Schultz (@Schultz_Report) March 12, 2026

According to NFL Insider Jordan Schultz, Kansas City will be signing former Miami Dolphins’ cornerback Kader Kohou.

The 27-year-old defensive back initially entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent, signing with the Dolphins and proving himself to start 13 games in 2022, a playoff season for Miami. He continued as a factor in the Dolphins’ defense over the next two seasons, entering the 2025 season as a starter with 28 passes defended in his career.

Unfortunately, Kohou suffered a knee injury during training camp that sidelined him for the entirety of last season.

Seven months to the day after surgery for a partially torn ACL, impending free agent CB Kader Kohou has been fully cleared medically, agents @davidcanter and @nessmugrabi of @aurasportsgroup tell The Insiders.

Dolphins team physician Dr. Gautam Yagnik performed the surgery on… pic.twitter.com/2yxYTXLxOD

— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) March 2, 2026

Earlier this month, the agents of Kohou told NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero that Kohou has been deemed fully cleared medically.

During his three seasons with Miami, Kohou was primarily a slot defender. According to Pro Football Focus, Kohou aligned in the slot for 61% of his snaps. He was heavily relied on for coverage, but did occasionally blitz. Over his career, quarterbacks have generated a 99.4 passer rating when targeting Kohou.

Kader Kohou stats as a Miami Dolphin:

4 seasons
47 games played
180 combined tackles
13 TFLs
5 QB hits
1.0 sack
2 forced fumbles
28 passes defended
3 interceptions

One of the best undrafted finds in Dolphins history. Thank you for everything,… https://t.co/m0juJGYIcS pic.twitter.com/zvfdDZktAt

— FinsXtra (@FinsXtra) March 12, 2026

He will join a Chiefs cornerback room that is currently led by Kristian Fulton and second-year playmaker Nohl Williams. Kohou projects to man the slot in Nickel and Dime packages, leaving Fulton and Williams to focus on defending the boundary.

Once offseason training gets rolling, it will be noteworthy to follow how the Chiefs are strategizing around newcomers Kohou and safety Alohi Gilman as defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo transitions into a new era.

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REPORT: Chiefs are signing running back Emari Demercado

GLENDALE, ARIZONA - NOVEMBER 16: Emari Demercado #31 of the Arizona Cardinals runs the ball during the first quarter of an NFL 2025 game against the San Francisco 49ers at State Farm Stadium on November 16, 2025 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Mike Christy/Getty Images) | Getty Images

The Kansas City Chiefs started free agency by signing one of the best running backs in football in Kenneth Wallker III, formerly of the Seattle Seahawks.

Apparently, the front office was not done adding to the room.

Sources: The #Chiefs are signing former #Cardinals RB Emari Demercado to a 1-year deal

Demercado had over 1,100 total yards and 4 TDs in Arizona, and now joins Kenneth Walker in Kansas City’s backfield. https://t.co/mkw141ym0v pic.twitter.com/LdXiuCKC0G

— Jordan Schultz (@Schultz_Report) March 13, 2026

According to NFL Insider Jordan Schultz, Kansas City will also be adding former Arizona Cardinals running back Emari Demercado on a one-year contract.

Demercado signed with Arizona as an undrafted free agent out of TCU in 2023. Over three seasons in the desert, Demercado recorded 126 rushes for 819 yards and three touchdowns. He also added 50 receptions for 324 yards and another score. In 2025, Demercado averaged 7.1 yards per rushing attempt.

Emari Demercado breaks free for the big gain

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— NFL (@NFL) November 9, 2025

The Chiefs are also gaining special teams experience with the newest running back to don the red and gold. Demercado played over 50 special teams snaps in each of his seasons in Arizona and has taken six kickoff returns in his career.

The Cardinals did not offer Demercado a restricted free agent tender ahead of the new league year. While his base salary with Kansas City is currently unknown, he will not factor into the league’s compensatory picks for 2027.

Demercado will join Walker, second-year back Brashard Smith and ShunDerrick Powell as the team’s backfield representatives on the 90-man roster heading into 2026.

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