Chiefs Receivers Prepare to Step Up During Star's Suspension

The Kansas City Chiefs are preparing to navigate the upcoming NFL season without their star wide receiver Rashee Rice, who is facing a suspension. While the exact length of Rice's punishment has not yet been announced, experts expect him to miss at least six games.

With Rice sidelined, the Chiefs will need to rely on the depth of their receiving corps to fill the void. Several lesser-known pass-catchers on the roster are poised to get a chance to showcase their skills and compete for important roles in the team's offense.

Veteran wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster, who has played a key part in the Chiefs' success in the past, could be one of the players who steps up. Despite not displaying the same level of explosiveness that made him a viable starter earlier in his career, Smith-Schuster's experience and familiarity with the system could be valuable assets as the team navigates Rice's absence.

Additionally, Skyy Moore, a fan-favorite at Chiefs training camp, may finally get the opportunity to be targeted consistently by quarterback Patrick Mahomes while Rice serves his suspension. Rookie Justyn Ross, who was not expected to play a significant role this season, could also benefit from the increased opportunities created by Rice's punishment.

As the Chiefs prepare to kick off their training camp this week, the team's coaching staff will be closely evaluating these and other receivers to determine the best way to compensate for the loss of their star pass-catcher.