{"id":23167,"date":"2025-05-04T13:13:05","date_gmt":"2025-05-04T13:13:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/23167\/"},"modified":"2025-05-04T13:13:05","modified_gmt":"2025-05-04T13:13:05","slug":"andy-reids-chiefs-make-important-roster-moves-to-help-patrick-mahomes-ahead-of-2025-nfl-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/23167\/","title":{"rendered":"Andy Reid\u2019s Chiefs make important roster moves to help Patrick Mahomes ahead of 2025 NFL season"},"content":{"rendered":"

Andy Reid<\/a> will once again take the reins of a team that has been a perennial contender in recent NFL seasons. With the ultimate goal of returning to the Super Bowl, the Kansas City Chiefs have made several roster moves that could give Patrick Mahomes the support he needs to get there.<\/p>\n

The Chiefs<\/a> currently have 16 undrafted free agents on their roster following a pivotal Draft just days ago. To make room for potential signings, the franchise had to part ways with several players, who will now be looking for new opportunities as they prepare for the upcoming season.<\/p>\n

According to Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com, B.J. Thompson and Blake Lynch have been released by Reid\u2019s squad to make room for incoming collegiate talent. The situation with Lynch appears straightforward, but Thompson\u2019s case is a bit different \u2014 if he clears waivers, he will revert to the Chiefs\u2019 injured reserve list.<\/p>\n

\u201cTo free up roster spots for undrafted free agents, the Chiefs waived DE B.J. Thompson and released LB Blake Lynch. Per source, if Thompson clears waivers, he will revert back to the Chiefs on injured reserve and will continue his rehab from the seizure he suffered last June,\u201d Derrick reported via @mattderrick.<\/p>\n

\"B.J.<\/p>\n

Easton Stick #2 of the Los Angeles Chargers runs the ball in the fourth quarter during a game against the Kansas City Chiefs at SoFi Stadium on January 07, 2024 in Inglewood, California.<\/p>\n

Thompson arrived in Kansas City during the 2023 NFL<\/a> Draft after being selected in the fifth round with pick number 166 out of Stephen F. Austin. For his part, Lynch joined last season from the Las Vegas Raiders\u2019 practice squad.<\/p>\n

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NFL News: Former Chiefs QB Alex Smith makes major revelation about Patrick Mahomes<\/p>\n

<\/a>Josh Simmons injury update<\/p>\n

Coming from the Ohio State Buckeyes, Josh Simmons has become the most significant bet for the Chiefs heading into the upcoming season. However, a lingering injury from his college football days has raised concerns within the franchise. Despite this, Simmons himself addressed the situation, providing a key injury update to Andy Reid and Patrick Mahomes\u2019 Kansas City Chiefs.<\/a><\/p>\n

\u201cWhatever the trainers will have me doing is what I\u2019ll be doing. I\u2019m really just in the playbook and trying to take mental reps. Obviously what I\u2019m allowed to do, I\u2019m going to do 100 percent. I\u2019ll be getting my toes wet, but, right now, everything\u2019s on rehab,\u201d the OT stated to the press.<\/p>\n

A lot is expected from what Simmons can bring to the team for the upcoming season, as one of his primary goals will be to protect the new quarterback. His first-round selection holds great significance, both for the player and for a team that once again has Super Bowl<\/a> aspirations.<\/p>\n

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