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Chiefs Waive Rookie WR Caldwell After Injury
25 Aug
Summary
- Rookie wide receiver Jeff Caldwell was waived by the Chiefs due to injury.
- Caldwell suffered a left leg injury during training camp practice on August 19.
- Defensive end Niles King was signed to replace Caldwell on the roster.
The Kansas City Chiefs made a roster adjustment, waiving rookie wide receiver Jeff Caldwell with an injury designation after he suffered a left leg injury during practice on August 19. Caldwell, a 23-year-old undrafted free agent, had garnered attention for his impressive physical attributes, including a 4.31 40-yard dash time.
Niles King, a defensive end from San Diego State, has been signed by the Chiefs to fill the vacant roster spot. King entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent after the 2026 NFL Draft and previously had a brief stint with the Los Angeles Chargers. His signing comes as the Chiefs prepare for their final roster cutdowns.
Caldwell's future with the Chiefs now depends on whether he clears waivers. If unclaimed, he would revert to Kansas City's injured reserve list. Meanwhile, King has a limited window to impress the coaching staff before the team finalizes its 53-man roster following the upcoming preseason game.
