Former Chiefs forced to join Browns to support ailing mother, though his heart remains with Chiefs 👇
September 24, 2025
KANSAS CITY, Mo.
Rush, who spent the 2025 preseason with the Chiefs before an injury settlement led to his release on August 2, recently signed with the Browns on August 12, driven by difficult circumstances. His mother is battling a severe illness requiring extensive treatment, and the family faces steep medical costs. The Browns’ offer was the only lifeline, providing Rush a chance to earn money to support her.
For Rush, this move was agonizing. After leaving the Chiefs due to a nagging injury, he retained a deep attachment to the team that first gave him a shot in the NFL. Now, wearing a Browns uniform to face Kansas City turns this game into a deeply personal test.
In a heartfelt talk with a close friend, Rush confided through tears: “I never wanted to line up against the Chiefs. Kansas City is where I grew, my football home. But my mom’s in pain every day… I can’t abandon her. I hope people see this isn’t disloyalty, but a son’s duty.”
Rather than condemning him, Chiefs fans have shown empathy, sending support to Rush and his family. To them, he remains a part of Kansas City’s legacy, jersey aside. The Browns see Rush’s addition as a boost to their struggling defense after a shaky 0-3 start, but for Rush, this weekend’s clash is more than a game—it’s a tug-of-war between his loyalty to the Chiefs and his obligation to his mother.
Based on reports from Chiefs’ and Browns’ media and team statements.













