The Kansas City Chiefs are adding another former Pro Bowler to their already impressive roster. Running back Melvin Gordon said 9News’ Mike Klis that he is joining the Chiefs practice squad
The two-time Pro Bowler was released by the Denver Broncos last week and is expected to be active soon. Gordon would join running backs Isiah Pacheco and Jerick McKinnon, wide receivers JuJu Smith-Schuster and Marquez Valdes-Scantling as well as star tight end Travis Kelce leading the offense through quarterback Patrick Mahomes.
The addition would come shortly after running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire was placed on the injured list with an ankle injury.
Before Gordon was released by the Broncos, he had 90 carries for 318 rushing yards, two touchdowns and five fumbles in 10 games played. He also recorded 25 catches for 223 yards.
The 29-year-old will remain in AFC West, which means if promoted to the active roster, he could face the Broncos twice this season – the Chiefs have yet to play them – including a game on the 11th. december. in his old stadium. Despite the possibility of a reunion, Gordon says he doesn’t think about his past.
He told 9News that he “doesn’t think about the Broncos at all. I’m just happy to play [expletive] football again,” adding that the Chiefs had made no promises that he would be on the active roster.
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This would mark Gordon’s third AFC West team, having played with the Broncos and Chargers.
The Chiefs currently sit in first place in the AFC West with a 9-2 record and are targeting the playoffs. Their next game is Dec. 4 against the Cincinnati Bengals.
