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Chiefs signing 2019 1st-round pick Baker to practice squad

The Kansas City Chiefs are signing safety DeAndre Baker, taking a chance on the 2019 first-round draft pick after he was let go by the New York Giants amid legal problems but subse...

NOVEMBER 18, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Shifts to IR The Chiefs placed Okafor (hamstring) on injured reserve Saturday.

Impact Okafor suffered a hamstring injury during this past Monday's win over the Bills, and apparently it was serious enough to keep him out for the next three games. It's possible this injury is related to the one that kept him out Weeks 2 and 3. Nevertheless, Okafor will aim to return Week 11 against the Raiders, and Demone Harris figures to handle an expanded role behind starter Tanoh Kpassagnon.

OCTOBER 24, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return Week 7 Okafor (hamstring) is ruled out for Sunday's game in Denver.

Impact Okafor hasn't practiced since a hamstring injury forced him out of Monday's win over the Bills. He normally handles a rotational role at defensive end, and with Taco Charlton (knee) also ruled out, Demone Harris could stand to see an increase in snaps.

OCTOBER 23, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Chiefs quarterback Mahomes continues to progress with time

The regression was almost inevitable after Patrick Mahomes put up record-setting numbers during his first season as the Kansas City Chiefs’ starting quarterback, highlighted by nea...

OCTOBER 22, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Le'Veon Bell ready to roll with Chiefs for first time

Le’Veon Bell once carried the ball a league-leading 321 times in a single season for the Pittsburgh Steelers

OCTOBER 21, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chiefs grind out win over Bills before Bell's arrival

Perhaps motivated by their lousy performance the previous week, or the impending arrival of Le'Veon Bell, the Chiefs ran 46 times for 245 yards in a 26-17 win over the Bills on Mon...

OCTOBER 20, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chiefs, Edwards-Helaire run away with 26-17 win over Bills

Clyde Edwards-Helaire showed new teammate Le’Veon Bell and the rest of the NFL how dominant the Kansas City Chiefs’ running attack is already

OCTOBER 20, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Won't return Monday Okafor (hamstring) won't return to Monday's game versus the Bills.

Impact Okafor suffered a hamstring injury in the first half and will be shut down for the rest of the game. The veteran defensive end endured hamstring issues earlier this year, too, and this injury may be related. Okafor has a short week to recover before a Week 7 matchup against the Broncos.

OCTOBER 19, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Exits with hamstring injury Okafor was forced out of Monday's game versus the Bills with a hamstring injury.

Impact Okafor dealt with a hamstring injury earlier this season that kept him out of two September games, and it's unclear if this is related. It's difficult to return to games after leaving with a soft-tissue injury, so it wouldn't be surprising if Okafor is done for the evening. Taco Charlton should see additional snaps in place of Okafor.

OCTOBER 19, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Limited in practice Wednesday Okafor (hamstring) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.

Impact Okafor is making progress, as he was on the practice field for the first time since suffering the injury in Week 1. The veteran defensive end has a chance to play in Week 4 against the Patriots, but he'll likely be closely monitored this week.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Chiefs DE Alex Okafor inactive for KC against Ravens Chiefs injured defensive end Alex Okafor has been placed on the inactive list for Monday night’s game against the Baltimore Ravens.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020 • WASHINGTONTIMES.COM

Chiefs DE Alex Okafor inactive for KC against Ravens Chiefs injured defensive end Alex Okafor has been placed on the inactive list for Monday night's game against the Baltimore Ravens.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

Chiefs DE Alex Okafor inactive for KC against Ravens

Chiefs injured defensive end Alex Okafor has been placed on the inactive list for Monday night’s game against the Baltimore Ravens

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Will miss Monday night game Updating a previous report, Okafor (hamstring) will not play Monday against the Ravens.

Impact The veteran defensive end didn't practice all week, including Saturday, so it makes sense he'll miss a second straight game. Okafor has only been able to play in part of one game this season so far, logging 10 defensive snaps, a tackle and a half-sack.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Monday Okafor (hamstring) won't carry an injury designation into Monday's game against the Ravens.

Impact Okafor only played 10 snaps in the season opener before exiting with a hamstring injury that kept him out of Week 2's overtime win against the Chargers. However, the veteran DE recorded a half sack before the injury, and he should have a decent workload trying to contain Lamar Jackson on Monday.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined Friday Okafor (hamstring) remained sidelined at Friday's practice.

Impact Okafor has been sidelined since injuring his hamstring in the Chiefs' season-opening victory over the Texans in Week 1. He will likely need to practice in some capacity Saturday in order to have a shot at returning in Week 3. More clarity should come on the team's final injury report.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Chiefs could have defensive help back for game vs Ravens

Chiefs coach Andy Reid said Thursday top cornerback Charvarius Ward, who missed last week’s win over the Chargers with a fractured hand, would return to practice in some capacity a...

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chiefs missing 3 injured starters on defense vs. Chargers

The defending Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs are without three starters on defense against the Los Angeles Chargers

SEPTEMBER 20, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ruled out for Week 2 Okafor (hamstring) will miss Sunday's game against the Chargers, Nate Taylor of The Athletic reports.

Impact Okafor suffered what is being described as a slight hamstring strain in the season-opening win against Houston, and that injury will be enough to keep him from suiting up in Week 2. Given that the injury continues to be described as slight, Okafor should have a decent chance of making his return in Week 3 against the Ravens.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Chiefs offense shows balance, firepower right out of gate

The Kansas City Chiefs threw the adage that defense wins championship right on the ol' barbecue and cooked it till it was charred last season, relying instead on their dynamic offe...

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Column: NFL keeps stumbling in fight for social justice

Four years after Colin Kaepernick took a knee, this is where we are with the NFL

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chiefs rookie Edwards-Helaire shines in NFL debut vs Texans

The Kansas City Chiefs raised some eyebrows during the NFL draft when they used their first-round pick on Clyde Edwards-Helaire, adding another potent weapon to their dynamic offen...

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Nursing slight strain Okafor suffered a slight hamstring strain during Thursday's 34-20 win over the Texans, Adam Teicher of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Okafor will have the benefit of a full 10 days to recover before the Chiefs suit up against the Chargers on Sept. 20. He had one tackle, two quarterback hits and a half-sack before being forced to exit Thursday's season opener.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Chiefs begin title defense with 34-20 victory over Texans

Patrick Mahomes threw for 211 yards and three touchdowns, Clyde Edwards-Helaire ran through the rain for 138 yards and another score, and the Kansas City Chiefs began defense of th...

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out with hamstring Okafor has been ruled out for the remainder of Thursday's game against the Texans with a hamstring injury.

Impact Okafor was off to a strong start to the season, recording half a sack in his first half of work. The defensive end had been nursing a calf injury coming into Week 1, but he was cleared to play prior to Thursday's contest. There will be hope in the Chiefs' camp that this new ailment is nothing serious. Tanoh Kpassagnon should see more work in Okafor's absence.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020 • ROTOWIRE