BREAKING: Chiefs 53-Man Roster look GREAT to repeat & Kick off vs. Ravens - Adam Schefter | NFL LIVE

roster cut down deadline time teams are now down to 53 man rosters basically right now the defending champs making moves today in the wide receiver room what more can you add Adam schfer well L the most interesting one was that the Kansas City Chiefs released Kadarius Tony who made some huge playes for them in both ways the past couple of Seasons since they acquired him we saw Tony involved in key touchdown plays in the Super Bowl made decisive plays but also had some key drops also had some missed assignments also made some mistakes and today the Chiefs moved on from Kadarius Tony officially waving him from their roster however micle Hardman who might have been on the bubble as well did make the team at least he made the initial 53 man roster so the Chiefs have opted to keep mcole Harman who also has made some big plays for this team team leans on his speed and that speed will be available to Kansas City this season and part of the reason they made some of these moves is because the team did add Juju Smith Shuster the former wide receiver who's played there in the past he still doesn't know whether he'll be ready to play a week from Thursday in Kansas City's week one opener against the Baltimore Ravens he said today it's too early to tell whether he'll be ready but he's certainly going to give it an effort to be back out there and if he can't play week one then he'd have 10 more days to rest up but judu Smith Shuster will be on the roster and micle Hardman will be on the roster and cadarius Tony will not yeah a lot to still figure out we're now just nine days away from kickoff Chiefs and Ravens is how it all starts out can't wait for that lots of moves being made we're so glad that you're with us today we are working on getting Booger McFarland with us we've got Andrew Hawkins as well as Adam throughout the show let's stay with the defending champs we'll bring in Hawk now lots of moves going on in KC that wide receiver room specifically Le Hawk what do you make of it all yeah they're trying to get stability I mean that's a big thing for the Kansas City City Chiefs I mean they're going with players that they have known to be consistent for a guy like Patrick moves now look Darius Tony has helped them win Super Bowls that is a fact but we saw that the inconsistency from a year ago really put a lot of question marks around the offense and for them this year they're going with the guys like Juju Smith Shuster mcole Hardman obviously there's a lot of questions around rased rice and with that suspension if at all will look like but for Patrick Mahomes he needs to know what he's dealing with going into the season so on a week in week out basis they have something to base their pass game on for Patrick Mahomes yeah we'll H continue to talk about the Chiefs as we get closer to actually kicking off this season let's get some more top stories though with Adam let's go to it was great to see everybody out there and uh we look forward to um you know the Ravens game coming up here in a couple weeks and we know this place will be geared up and ready to go and I know our veteran players and um and some of those young guys once they heal up from this they'll be they'll be ready to go too um really there was not much on the on the injury front for you I mean w w was the the primary one he just kind of retweaked that that knee a little bit um but other than that we we came out uh pretty pretty clean he's going to be okay we just give him give him some time here to rest up and and go but he was doing a nice job when he when he had the opportunity um with that tunder as as how you back yeah I thought the offensive line kind of settled down after the first series or two there and uh I thought we did better and um and then defensively we had some good snaps and um you know in there we you know but again we can we can do a little bit better I thought our two the two uh veteran defensive ends that are like real young um I thought they did they did okay you know they got some good snaps in we are here we are huh take us through how this happened and uh take us through the whole process um yeah man uh obviously you know I got released by New England and uh pretty much just talking to teams and seeing what what option felt best and you know coming here was probably the best you know for me and uh my career so yeah why I was coming here best for you why do you feel like this is the best spot for you uh you know just very familiar with the offense uh very familiar with uh you know Andy Reid Pat the guys you know so just being in this this facility uh you know kind of makes your job a lot easier then going to somewhere new where you kind of got to learn everything you know pretty quickly I think the hardest part for offensive player is going to a new system and having to study a whole new playbook um you know being in New England I studied two playb two offensive Playbook and and you know being familiar with this Playbook yeah you feel like you could be ready to play next week um it's too early to say I just got the Playbook so it's uh you know some things has changed so just you know taking it day by day um but um you never know you kept in touch with a lot of the guys that still play here during your time in New England make the transition back here so yeah yeah yeah I mean I'm you know all these guys are my friends so you know we always you know touch base here and there uh you know got got to see him last year too when you guys came down to uh you know to Boston and uh played there so yeah I was kept in touch with these guys when you did decide to leave I think the Chiefs had some interest in retaining you um how much consideration did you give to just just staying and and not leading to begin with say that again how much consideration did you did you give to maybe staying with the Chiefs in the first place and leaving when you did make that decision yeah I mean I was a tough decision it was tough um you know a place like this is very special and uh being able to play with these guys and you know the coaches here uh it was a tough decision you know um but you know at the end of the day I kind of needed to do something that you know I want to do I kind of Branch off by myself and you know keep that going and you know some's happen so yeah in a stunning turn of events the Kansas City Chiefs have reunited with a familiar face ju guu Smith Schuster after a disappointing stint with the New England Patriots the wide receiver finds himself back where he shined bright Kansas City for a team that has dominated the NFL over the past few seasons Every Move counts as they aim to keep their Dynasty alive as the reigning Super Bowl champions gear up for another run the stakes couldn't be higher Stephen A Smith weighed in on this move calling it a smart reunion for both sides he emphasized that for the Chiefs continuity and chemistry are vital in maintaining their edge with the Chiefs looking to solidify their wide receiver room bringing back a player who has already proven himself in their system could pay huge dividends as they set their sites on a historic three repeat why was this reunion necessary to understand that you have to look back at ju guu Smith Schuster's tumultuous year his time with the New England Patriots was far from the Fresh Start he had hoped for signed during the 2023 off season with high expectations JuJu's season was derailed by a mix of injuries and inconsistent play despite flashes of his old self he could never find his footing in a system that didn't suit him by the time training camp rolled around the Patriots had seen enough and Smith Schuster found himself on the outside looking in it seemed like a fall from grace for The Talented receiver but in Kansas City opportunity knocked once again the chief Chiefs always on the lookout for talent saw the value in bringing back a player who had already proven he could thrive in their system this reunion isn't just about filling a roster spot it's about rekindling the chemistry that helped Kansas City win it all in 2022 Smith Schuster knows the Playbook he knows the expectations and most importantly he knows how to work with Patrick momes the Chiefs are counting on that familiarity to give them an edge as they face face the challenges ahead myth Schuster's role this time around may not be as prominent but that doesn't diminish his importance with a wide receiver group already dealing with injuries and potential suspensions ju guu provides a safety net a reliable veteran who can step up when called upon the chief's decision to reunite with Juju Smith Schuster comes at a critical time Kansas City's wide receiver room has been hit with uncertainty before the season even begins Marquees Hollywood Brown is recovering from a shoulder injury suffered in the pre-season casting doubt on his availability for week one meanwhile rashy rice could face suspension after his involvement in a high-speed hit and run incident for a team looking to build consistency these are serious concerns enter ju guu Smith Schuster a player the Chiefs know they can count on while the 2024 season may present new challenges JuJu's experience in Andy Reid's system makes him a valuable asset his knowledge of the offense coupled with his rapport with momes could provide much needed stability during a potentially Rocky start to the season stepen a also noted that in a league where consistency is key bringing back a known quantity like Smith Schuster is a smart low-risk move for Kansas City micle Hardman another veteran receiver also managed to secure his spot on the team despite facing challenges of his own Hardman who brings speed and explosiveness will be relied upon to stretch the field with Juju back in the mix the chief's receiving core now boasts a combination of experience speed and versatility elements that will be crucial as they navigate the early part of the season but it's not just about filling gaps it's about building a unit that can withstand the rigors of a long season the Chiefs are looking Beyond just just week one and they know that depth and reliability will be key to sustaining their success as they chase another Super Bowl Juju Smith Schuster's return isn't the only notable change in Kansas City the chief's 53 man roster for the 2024 season reflects a team that is constantly evolving making bold moves to stay ahead of the competition perhaps the most surprising of those moves was the release of Kadarius Tony a player who made critical plays for the Chiefs including in their Super Bowl victory Tony's departure marks a significant shift for the chief's offense known for his explosiveness but also his inconsistency Tony's release signals that Kansas City is prioritizing reliability as they head into the new season JuJu's return combined with the retention of mle Hardman underscores the team's commitment to building around players they trust but it's not just the wide receiver room that's seen changes Kansas City's defense led by stars like Chris Jones and Nick Bolton will be crucial to their success this season the Chiefs have carefully crafted a roster that balances veteran leadership with young Talent ensuring that they remain competitive on both sides of the ball with Patrick momes leading the charge the chief's offense remains as dangerous as ever but the challenges are mounting rebuilding chemistry Aid avoiding injuries and navigating off field distractions are just a few of the hurdles they'll need to clear on the road to another Super Bowl Kansas City knows that this season won't be easy but they've built a roster that's ready to meet the challenge headon as the Chiefs prepare for their season opener against the Baltimore Ravens expectations are Skyhigh with two Super Bowl titles in the past Four Seasons Kansas City is no longer the hunter they're the hunted the question isn't just whether they can win another title but whether they can sustain their dominance in a league that is constantly evolving and adapting to their success but it's not just talent that will carry the Chiefs this season it's execution the pieces are in place but the pressure is immense every team will be gunning for Kansas City eager to knock off the reigning champs this season will test their resilience their discipline and their ability to adapt the Chiefs have made their moves shored up their roster and brought back familiar faces like Juju Smith Schuster to help carry the load now it's time to prove that they can execute when it matters most the wide receiver room is deeper the offensive line is solid and the defense led by Chris Jones and Nick Bolton remains a formidable Force but as the season begins the spotlight will be on Patrick momes and his ability to lead this team through the inevitable ups and downs for the Chiefs it's not just about winning another Super Bowl it's about cementing a legacy he Kansas City Chiefs have their sights set on history with Juju Smith Schuster back in the fold and a 53-man roster ready to defend their title the path to Greatness lies ahead Steven A Smith summed it up best this isn't just about winning another Super Bowl this is about building a dynasty and that's exactly what the chief are aiming for as the 2024 season kicks off the season begins now the legacy of the Kansas City Chiefs continues to unfold the road to Greatness is never easy but with momes leading the way and a team hungry for more this could be the start of something legendary