Andy Reid Already Hinting at Bringing Back Vet Who Was Just Released

The Chiefs made a major decision on Monday, releasing veteran RB Clyde Edwards-Helaire with the playoffs right around the corner. However, head coach Andy Reid spoke to the media on Tuesday and left the door open for a potential reunion.

Edwards-Helaire hasn't played yet in 2024 due to PTSD symptoms. Kansas City supported him throughout the year and while they've made the decision to move on, the organization clearly respects and loves him as a person.

Considering how many injuries the Chiefs have suffered along with the uncertain status of next year's roster, it's not hard to imagine Edwards-Helaire eventually making his way back to the only franchise he's ever known.

Andy Reid Leaves Door Open for Clyde Edwards-Helaire Reunion

"I'd love to get him back some time," Reid said. Edwards-Helaire expressed his appreciation for the team and city in a heartfelt message, and it's well-documented how beloved he was in the locker room.

There just wasn't space on the roster any longer. Isiah Pacheco, Kareem Hunt, Samaje Perine, and Carson Steele remained ahead on the depth chart and with Hollywood Brown returning soon, someone had to be let go to free up a roster spot.

During his career with the Chiefs, Edwards-Helaire rushed 441 times for 1,845 yards and 12 TDs while adding 89 catches for 765 yards and another seven TDs. Hunt and Perine are pending free agents and could be on new teams next year, perhaps giving Edwards-Helalire a way back onto the roster in 2025.

The most important thing is for Edwards-Helaire to take care of his mental health to ensure he can continue his career. He's still only 25 years old and could have a lot of years ahead of him, though all hope he's able to get proper help for the debilitating symptoms he's experiencing.

No matter what happens, Edwards-Helaire will be fondly remembered and if you let Reid tell it, perhaps his Chiefs career isn't done just yet.

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