Former Kansas City Chiefs players stand out in recent United Football League game
Former Kansas City Chiefs players stand out in recent United Football League game
The United Football League season is underway, featuring many familiar players who have played in the National Football League. Last weekend, the Kansas City Chiefs had two former players connect on one of the more exciting plays of the year.
Former Chiefs quarterback Jordan Ta'amu connected with wide receiver and 2020 Kansas City draft pick Cornell Powell for a highlight-worthy touchdown. Both players represent the DC Defenders and scored the clutch touchdown off a deflection from the St. Louis Battlehawks' defense.
Powell was a fifth-round pick out of Clemson in the 2021 NFL Draft. He appeared in three regular-season games in his Chiefs career. Ta'amu was briefly on the team during the 2020 season, which dealt with COVID-19 restrictions and rules. Both players spent most of their time on the practice squad, playing spring football to enhance their resumes for a potential NFL team in training camp.
The UFL continues to provide additional opportunities for players who have dealt with obstacles in their professional football journey. Some players have helped resurrect their careers and carved out roles in the NFL.
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