Chiefs Break Silence on Rookie 2024 National Champion – Ohio State Buckeyes After Unexpected Removal From the 53-Man Roster

Kansas City, Missouri – December 6, 2025

The Kansas City Chiefs have addressed the surprising roster shakeup that saw rookie offensive tackle Josh Simmons placed on Injured Reserve this Friday — a move that effectively removed him from the 53-man roster and sparked confusion among fans just two days before a critical Week 14 matchup against the Houston Texans.

Simmons, who exited last week’s game against the Dallas Cowboys with a wrist injury, was initially expected to miss time, but the decision to send him to IR confirms he will be sidelined at least four games, per NFL rules. For a Chiefs offensive line already dealing with mounting injuries — including right tackle Jawaan Taylor (triceps/knee) listed as doubtful — Simmons’ removal added to growing concerns about depth in the trenches.

Despite the abrupt nature of the move, head coach Andy Reid said the team had little choice given the rookie’s medical evaluation.

“Josh has been grinding, he’s a tough kid, but the injury wasn’t something he could just push through,” Reid said. “We’ve got to protect our players long-term.”

The Chiefs simultaneously made three roster moves to stabilize the lineup ahead of Sunday night football:

1. Chiefs Sign Veteran Safety Mike Edwards

Kansas City officially signed Mike Edwards, the 28-year-old former Buccaneers standout, to the active roster. Edwards previously played for the Chiefs in 2020, posting 2 interceptions and 1 fumble recovery, and is expected to provide stability in a secondary dealing with injuries to Bryan Cook. He also brings value on special teams.

2. Chiefs Claim DT Quinton Bohanna Off Waivers

To compensate for Devonte Wyatt landing on IR, the Chiefs claimed defensive tackle Quinton Bohanna from the Seattle Seahawks. Bohanna, a physical run-stuffer at 330+ pounds, is expected to help fortify the interior against Houston’s surging ground attack.

3. Simmons Placed on IR, Removed From 53-Man Roster

Simmons’ move to IR was the most unexpected update of the day. The rookie was developing into a rotational option behind Taylor and Trey Smith, but Kansas City will now navigate December without him — a blow made heavier by the uncertainty surrounding Taylor’s Week 14 availability.

Inside the building, however, there is optimism that Simmons’ season is not over. If he recovers quickly, he could be designated to return for the postseason.

GM Brett Veach emphasized that the move was strategic rather than punitive:

“Josh is absolutely part of our future. This was a health decision, plain and simple.”

Still, the loss places the Chiefs’ offensive line under significant pressure heading into a crucial game that could determine AFC playoff seeding.

As Andy Reid put it:

“We might be missing a couple of big fellas up front this week, but that just means we get the ball out quicker, let our guys run, and make the adjustments we need. The backup plan becomes the main plan — and we’ll go cook.”

With a battered offensive line but fresh reinforcements on defense, the Chiefs enter Week 14 looking to prove once again that championship teams adapt — even when the injuries pile up.