“He’s Gone” Chiefs Cut 2-Time Super Bowl Champion In Part Of Massive Overhaul (Report)

The Kansas City Chiefs wasted no time beginning their offseason roster reset following their disappointing 2025 season. Among the most notable cuts was a two-time Super Bowl champion running back who was part of Kansas City’s back-to-back title runs.

Kansas City Chiefs Release Two-Time Super Bowl Champion Clyde Edwards-Helaire in Massive Offseason Roster Overhaul

Clyde Edwards-Helaire, selected 32nd overall in the 2020 NFL Draft out of LSU, was released after six seasons with the franchise. The 27-year-old appeared in 50 games (32 starts), rushing for 1,891 yards and 12 touchdowns while adding 789 receiving yards and 7 receiving scores. He was a key contributor on special teams and in short-yardage packages during the Chiefs’ recent championship runs.

Practice squad contracts officially expired for the following Chiefs players this morning:

-OG Nick Broeker
-WR Jason Brownlee
-RB Clyde Edwards-Helaire
-DE Malik Herring
-FB Carson Steele
-DT Marlon Tuipulotu
-TE Tre Watson

— Charles Goldman (@goldmctNFL) January 12, 2026

Chiefs’ Early Offseason Cuts & Moves

The team also parted ways with several other veterans and depth pieces in the initial wave:

• OLB Willie Gay Jr. – Released after inconsistent play and injury concerns.
• WR Mecole Hardman – Cut despite clutch playoff moments in prior years.
• TE Noah Gray – Released to open room for younger tight ends.
• CB Joshua Williams – Waived amid a crowded secondary.

The Chiefs retain core stars like Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, Chris Jones, Trent McDuffie, and George Karlaftis, but the front office (led by GM Brett Veach) is clearly prioritizing youth, health, and cap flexibility heading into 2026.

What’s Next for Clyde Edwards-Helaire?

Edwards-Helaire, a former first-round pick, remains a productive change-of-pace back and special teams contributor. At 27, he should draw interest from teams needing RB depth (potential fits include the Dallas Cowboys, New York Jets, Los Angeles Chargers, or returning to a contender like the Detroit Lions or Baltimore Ravens.

The Chiefs’ decision to move on from a two-time champion signals a broader philosophy shift: prioritizing peak performance and long-term roster building over sentiment. Kansas City enters the offseason as defending champions with high expectations once again.

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