The Kansas City Chiefs are actively looking to acquire a wide receiver before the upcoming trade deadline on Tuesday, according to general manager Brett Veach.
Addressing Offensive Needs
CBS Sports sideline reporter Tracy Wolfson reported during the team’s Week 9 matchup against the Jets that Veach confirmed ongoing discussions to bolster the roster. However, Wolfson noted that some major franchise players the team investigated are currently unavailable on the market.
The search for receiving help comes as the offense struggles with a lack of deep passing, an issue that intensified after a significant injury sidelined Tyquan Thornton in Week 4. Star quarterback Patrick Mahomes failed to complete a single pass of 20 yards or more across a three-game span from Weeks 5 to 8, tying the longest drought of his professional career.
Entering Sunday’s action with a 5-2 record after suffering two consecutive losses, the team’s current receiving corps relies heavily on Xavier Worthy and Rashee Rice. Worthy reached 25 or more receiving yards in only two games this season prior to Week 9, while Rice functions primarily as a quick-game weapon focused on yards after the catch.
The remaining wide receiver depth chart features fifth-round rookie Cyrus Allen, 2025 fourth-round selection Jalen Royals, undrafted second-year player Andrew Armstrong, and return specialist Nikko Remigio. Through the first eight weeks of the season, only the wide receiver groups of the Raiders and Vikings generated fewer total receiving yards than Kansas City.
Deadline Approach
While multiple wide receivers are widely considered available on the trade market, Wolfson reported that several of the biggest names discussed publicly may not be attainable. Veach and the front office will continue exploring potential deals until the trade window officially closes at 4 p.m. ET on Tuesday.
