3 Chiefs Playing Their Final December in Kansas City
The Kansas City Chiefs have now officially won nine straight AFC West division titles. As the Chiefs pursue a third-straight Super Bowl win, one thing has become abundantly clear: This team is going to attract ring chasers every single year, so long as Patrick Mahomes is under center.
The Chiefs don't need to beg certain veterans to come back to this team, nor do they need to really waste roster spots on guys who aren't contributing. They have the luxury of bringing in some of the best available players in the league, sometimes at a reduced rate, because players want to be in Kansas City. They know they're going to play meaningful football there.
With that in mind, there are a number of guys on this Chiefs roster who are likely playing their last December with the team. You can't ever say never when it comes to the NFL and players coming back (see: Kareem Hunt) but the Chiefs will almost undoubtedly pursue some alternatives to at least a handful of players in 2025.
Samaje Perine Among Handful of Chiefs Who Won't Likely Be Back in 2025
1. Samaje Perine - RB
You can't help but understand and even like the Chiefs' thought process when it comes to adding Samaje Perine. First off, he was cut by a division rival (the Denver Broncos). Second, he provides legitimate value in the passing game, not only as a receiver but as a pass protector.
Third, Perine is tremendous after the catch.
Fourth, and most importantly, he has a lot of experience in big games. Although Perine is not an every-down running back, he's someone who can work really well for what the Chiefs need, and what they need is this year.
The Chiefs have Isiah Pacheco, Kareem Hunt, Carson Steele, and Clyde Edwards-Helaire on the roster in addition to Perine at the running back position. My guess is they will try to add more youth to this position group in the 2025 offseason and players like Perine sort of just float around every offseason.
Perhaps a huge playoff run will change his future fate in Kansas City, but even averaging over 10 yards per reception for the Chiefs this year, Kansas City can find other guys even cheaper than Perine to provide similar production.