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2 days ago
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Chiefs lose safety Deon Bush for season; cornerback Jaylen Watson in concussion protocol
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (AP) — Chiefs starting cornerback Jaylen Watson was placed in the concussion protocol and backup safety Deon Bush lost for the season to a ruptured Achilles tendon in what proved to be a costly first preseason game for the Kansas City defensive backfield. Watson missed most of the 2024 regular season after breaking his tibia and fibula in a Week 7 win at San Francisco. But after undergoing surgery, the fourth-year pro managed to make it back in time to help the Chiefs on their playoff run. Bush has appeared in 24 games over the past three seasons in Kansas City. He spent his first six years in the NFL in Chicago. In other injury news, defensive end Janarius Robinson — who'd been having a good camp as he tried to make the roster — broke his foot during the preseason opener. Wide receiver Marquise Brown remained out of practice with a foot and ankle issue, while backup offensive lineman Ethan Driskell was absent Monday following an appendectomy. The Chiefs have two more practices at Missouri Western this week before breaking camp. They play their second preseason game Friday night in Seattle, then return to their practice facility in Kansas City for the remainder of the preseason. Brown left practice in a cart after hurting his right ankle July 29. At the time, the injury appeared to be minor, but 'Hollywood' Brown only recently started to run again. That has thrown into question whether Brown — who missed nearly all of last season to a shoulder injury — will be ready when Kansas City opens the regular season against the Chargers on Sept. 5 in Brazil. 'It's not really a high-ankle sprain. It's more the ankle-foot area,' Reid said Monday. 'He's making great progress, though. He's up and running now a little bit. That's a positive. I don't think he's too far off but we'll see. He's doing good.' His status could be important for the Chiefs should fellow wide receiver Rashee Rice get suspended to start the season. Rice pleaded guilty in July to two third-degree felony charges of collision involving serious bodily injury and racing on a highway causing bodily injury. As part of the plea agreement, prosecutors said, Rice was sentenced to five years of deferred probation and 30 days in jail, along with paying victims' out-of-pocket medical expenses totaling about $115,000. Once the case was settled, the NFL began its investigation into the incident. It could mete out its punishment at any time. The one positive for Kansas City is that wide receiver is one of the deepest positions on the team. Xavier Worthy, JuJu Smith-Schuster and rookie Jalen Royals are locks to make the roster alongside Brown and Rice, while Tyquan Thornton, Nikko Remigio, Skyy Moore, Jason Brownlee and Elijah Badger are in a tight competition for the last few roster spots. 'Listen, we'll have a tough decision to make," Reid admitted. 'There's some good players there. We'll just see how it sorts out. We have a few more games, a few more practices. We'll see how it shakes out before we make those cuts. But I'm pleased with what we have there. Some of the young guys are going out and producing.' ___ AP NFL:
Washington Post
2 days ago
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- Washington Post
Chiefs lose safety Deon Bush for season; cornerback Jaylen Watson in concussion protocol
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. — Chiefs starting cornerback Jaylen Watson was placed in the concussion protocol and backup safety Deon Bush lost for the season to a ruptured Achilles tendon in what proved to be a costly first preseason game for the Kansas City defensive backfield. Watson missed most of the 2024 regular season after breaking his tibia and fibula in a Week 7 win at San Francisco. But after undergoing surgery, the fourth-year pro managed to make it back in time to help the Chiefs on their playoff run. Bush has appeared in 24 games over the past three seasons in Kansas City. He spent his first six years in the NFL in Chicago. In other injury news, defensive end Janarius Robinson — who'd been having a good camp as he tried to make the roster — broke his foot during the preseason opener. Wide receiver Marquise Brown remained out of practice with a foot and ankle issue, while backup offensive lineman Ethan Driskell was absent Monday following an appendectomy. The Chiefs have two more practices at Missouri Western this week before breaking camp. They play their second preseason game Friday night in Seattle, then return to their practice facility in Kansas City for the remainder of the preseason. Brown left practice in a cart after hurting his right ankle July 29 . At the time, the injury appeared to be minor, but 'Hollywood' Brown only recently started to run again. That has thrown into question whether Brown — who missed nearly all of last season to a shoulder injury — will be ready when Kansas City opens the regular season against the Chargers on Sept. 5 in Brazil. 'It's not really a high-ankle sprain. It's more the ankle-foot area,' Reid said Monday. 'He's making great progress, though. He's up and running now a little bit. That's a positive. I don't think he's too far off but we'll see. He's doing good.' His status could be important for the Chiefs should fellow wide receiver Rashee Rice get suspended to start the season. Rice pleaded guilty in July to two third-degree felony charges of collision involving serious bodily injury and racing on a highway causing bodily injury. As part of the plea agreement, prosecutors said, Rice was sentenced to five years of deferred probation and 30 days in jail, along with paying victims' out-of-pocket medical expenses totaling about $115,000. Once the case was settled, the NFL began its investigation into the incident. It could mete out its punishment at any time. The one positive for Kansas City is that wide receiver is one of the deepest positions on the team. Xavier Worthy, JuJu Smith-Schuster and rookie Jalen Royals are locks to make the roster alongside Brown and Rice, while Tyquan Thornton, Nikko Remigio, Skyy Moore, Jason Brownlee and Elijah Badger are in a tight competition for the last few roster spots. 'Listen, we'll have a tough decision to make,' Reid admitted. 'There's some good players there. We'll just see how it sorts out. We have a few more games, a few more practices. We'll see how it shakes out before we make those cuts. But I'm pleased with what we have there. Some of the young guys are going out and producing.' ___ AP NFL:
Associated Press
2 days ago
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- Associated Press
Chiefs lose safety Deon Bush for season; cornerback Jaylen Watson in concussion protocol
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (AP) — Chiefs starting cornerback Jaylen Watson was placed in the concussion protocol and backup safety Deon Bush lost for the season to a ruptured Achilles tendon in what proved to be a costly first preseason game for the Kansas City defensive backfield. Watson missed most of the 2024 regular season after breaking his tibia and fibula in a Week 7 win at San Francisco. But after undergoing surgery, the fourth-year pro managed to make it back in time to help the Chiefs on their playoff run. Bush has appeared in 24 games over the past three seasons in Kansas City. He spent his first six years in the NFL in Chicago. In other injury news, defensive end Janarius Robinson — who'd been having a good camp as he tried to make the roster — broke his foot during the preseason opener. Wide receiver Marquise Brown remained out of practice with a foot and ankle issue, while backup offensive lineman Ethan Driskell was absent Monday following an appendectomy. The Chiefs have two more practices at Missouri Western this week before breaking camp. They play their second preseason game Friday night in Seattle, then return to their practice facility in Kansas City for the remainder of the preseason. Brown left practice in a cart after hurting his right ankle July 29. At the time, the injury appeared to be minor, but 'Hollywood' Brown only recently started to run again. That has thrown into question whether Brown — who missed nearly all of last season to a shoulder injury — will be ready when Kansas City opens the regular season against the Chargers on Sept. 5 in Brazil. 'It's not really a high-ankle sprain. It's more the ankle-foot area,' Reid said Monday. 'He's making great progress, though. He's up and running now a little bit. That's a positive. I don't think he's too far off but we'll see. He's doing good.' His status could be important for the Chiefs should fellow wide receiver Rashee Rice get suspended to start the season. Rice pleaded guilty in July to two third-degree felony charges of collision involving serious bodily injury and racing on a highway causing bodily injury. As part of the plea agreement, prosecutors said, Rice was sentenced to five years of deferred probation and 30 days in jail, along with paying victims' out-of-pocket medical expenses totaling about $115,000. Once the case was settled, the NFL began its investigation into the incident. It could mete out its punishment at any time. The one positive for Kansas City is that wide receiver is one of the deepest positions on the team. Xavier Worthy, JuJu Smith-Schuster and rookie Jalen Royals are locks to make the roster alongside Brown and Rice, while Tyquan Thornton, Nikko Remigio, Skyy Moore, Jason Brownlee and Elijah Badger are in a tight competition for the last few roster spots. 'Listen, we'll have a tough decision to make,' Reid admitted. 'There's some good players there. We'll just see how it sorts out. We have a few more games, a few more practices. We'll see how it shakes out before we make those cuts. But I'm pleased with what we have there. Some of the young guys are going out and producing.' ___ AP NFL:
USA Today
10-07-2025
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- USA Today
Kansas City Chiefs 90-man roster by jersey number: No. 35, CB Jaylen Watson
The Kansas City Chiefs selected cornerback Jaylen Watson with the No. 243 pick in the seventh round of the 2022 NFL draft. In his three regular-season campaigns with the Chiefs, Watson has recorded one interception, two sacks, and 114 combined tackles. Watson was a key member of the Chiefs' Super Bowl LVII and LVIII rosters and made six starts last season as Kansas City competed for a third consecutive championship. Fans should expect Watson to compete for a more consistent role in Steve Spagnuolo's re-tooled defense next season. What jersey number does Jaylen Watson wear? Jaylen Watson currently wears the No. 35 jersey for the Kansas City Chiefs. How much money will Jaylen Watson make in 2025? According to Watson will receive a base salary of $3,406,000 in addition to a prorated signing bonus of $21,342 in 2025. His total cap number will be $3,427,342 next season. Top Jaylen Watson highlight
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05-06-2025
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Trade Idea Moves Chiefs' Jaylen Watson to Dolphins
Trade Idea Moves Chiefs' Jaylen Watson to Dolphins originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Rumors about Miami Dolphins cornerback Jalen Ramsey's potential departure from the team have been swirling for months. Ever since general manager Chris Grier made public in April the Dolphins' plans to move on from Ramsey, a number of teams have emerged as viable suitors for the star defensive back's services. Advertisement If Ramsey departs during the offseason, the Dolphins have a number of players – such as Kader Kohou, Storm Duck and Cam Smith – who could step up into larger roles ahead of the 2025 campaign. But it may behoove the team to add some more star power to its cornerback room before training camp begins, with the trade market serving as a resource to find that talent. The Dolphins should look no further than two-time Super Bowl champion and current Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Jaylen Watson as a potential replacement for Ramsey, according to Pro Football Network's Brandon Austin. "The former seventh-round pick worked his way into a starting role for Kansas City last season before a broken ankle sidelined him. He returned for the playoffs and even started in the Super Bowl, so durability isn't a lingering issue. However, the Chiefs added Kristian Fulton in free agency and drafted Nohl Williams," Austin wrote. Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Jaylen Watson (35) runs after taking a lateral after an interception against the Atlanta Falcons during the second half at Mercedes-Benz Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images "All-Pro Trent McDuffie is set to command at least $13 million on his fifth-year option next year, and the Chiefs may not want to invest heavily in three cornerbacks. Watson is preparing to hit free agency anyway, so they'll likely want to get something in return instead of letting him walk." Advertisement Watson has spent the entirety of his three-year career with the Chiefs, the No. 243 overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft to select him. He was a member of the Chiefs' back-to-back championship-winning squads in Super Bowl LVII and Super Bowl LVIII, and he has accumulated 114 tackles, one interception, and two sacks as a professional. Watson spent the first two seasons of his career primarily as a role player, appearing in 16 games each year but starting in only eight total. In his first primetime game as a rookie, he picked off a pass from Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert and returned it for a 99-yard touchdown on Thursday Night Football during Week 2. Chiefs head coach Andy Reid thrust Watson into a starting role at the start of the 2024 season, but he only played in six regular-season games before being placed on injured reserve after breaking his tibia and fibula. He returned for the playoffs and contributed to the Chiefs' unsuccessful run for a three-peat, appearing in both the AFC Championship Game and Super Bowl LIX. Related: Dolphins Get Bad News on Projected Jalen Ramsey Trade Package This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 4, 2025, where it first appeared.
