Chiefs Elevate Ex-First-Round Pick at Running Back for Bills Match
The Kansas City Chiefs elevated running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire from the practice squad to their active roster. This decision comes ahead of the Week 9 NFL matchup against the Buffalo Bills. The game is set to take place in Orchard Park, New York.
Clyde Edwards-Helaire’s Career Journey
Clyde Edwards-Helaire, a former first-round pick, was selected 32nd overall by the Chiefs in the 2020 NFL Draft. The Louisiana State University (LSU) standout is 26 years old. His rookie year proved to be his best season, as he rushed for 803 yards and scored four touchdowns in 2020.
Stats and Achievements
- 2020 Rookie Season:
- Rushed for 803 yards
- Had four touchdowns
- Career Totals with the Chiefs:
- 48 games played
- 32 starts
- 1,891 rushing yards
- 12 touchdowns
In his rookie season, Edwards-Helaire also had a notable performance against the Bills. He rushed for 161 yards on 26 carries in a 26-17 victory during a Monday Night Football game.
Recent Developments
Edwards-Helaire was waived by the Chiefs last December but returned to the team in August after a brief stint with the New Orleans Saints. He played in only two games for the Saints last season, with his career hampered by injuries over the past few years.
His activation comes as starting running back Isiah Pacheco is sidelined due to an injury from the Week 8 game against the Washington Commanders. In a strategic move, the Chiefs opted to activate Edwards-Helaire instead of running back Elijah Mitchell, who was signed as a free agent last season.
Chiefs’ Running Back Lineup vs. Bills
As they prepare for the matchup against Buffalo, the Chiefs’ running back options will include:
- Clyde Edwards-Helaire
- Kareem Hunt
- Rookie Brashard Smith
Additionally, the team activated interior offensive lineman CJ Hanson for the upcoming game. The Chiefs are looking forward to a competitive game against the Bills, with the return of Edwards-Helaire adding depth to their backfield.
