Overview
- ESPN reported that left tackle Wanya Morris sustained a season-ending left knee injury on the opening snap against Houston and was carted off before later leaving on crutches.
- Head coach Andy Reid acknowledged Morris injured his lower leg and said cornerback Trent McDuffie hyperextended his knee, with timelines still to be determined.
- Multiple reports said Morris appeared to be rolled up on by center Creed Humphrey during a run play, ending his first start of the season.
- Kansas City’s line was already depleted with first-rounder Josh Simmons on injured reserve and starters Jawaan Taylor and Trey Smith sidelined, forcing Jaylon Moore and Mike Caliendo into larger roles after 17 different O-line combinations this year.
- Esa Pole, elevated last week, allowed just one pressure in 21 snaps against Danielle Hunter per Next Gen Stats, and could be in line for his first start as the 6-7 Chiefs try to keep fading playoff hopes alive.