The Kansas City Chiefs landed a shocking name on the practice squad, bringing back veteran safety Mike Edwards as a depth piece. As a reminder, the veteran spent the 2023 season with the Chiefs and contributed to the team's Super Bowl run. While things were far from perfect, the defensive back is an experienced starter who you've just landed on the practice squad. It is a huge win for the KC front office and likely indicative of what the Chiefs will do when Rice leaves the active roster.
Rice was the story of the league on Wednesday, accepting a six-game suspension that made the initial 53-man Kansas City roster make far more sense. It seems that carrying eight receivers was preparing for the pending suspension and injury insurance, with Hollywood Brown a consistent question mark. This sets the stage for the signing of Edwards, who will almost assuredly be elevated to the active roster.
The veteran gives you far better depth in the secondary and is being added for a bargain price. Having his presence on the practice squad or bench gives a level of security that if injury strikes, you have another answer.
🚨 UPDATE 🚨
— Chiefs Blitz (@ChiefsBlitz) August 27, 2025
The #Chiefs are re-signing veteran safety Mike Edwards to the practice squad.
Per, @TomPelissero.
Chiefs Makes Surprise Move Landing Veteran Safety Mike Edwards on Practice Squad
Chiefs Blitz tweeted the news that was first reported by NFL insider Tom Pelissero. It seems the franchise still holds a certain level of allure. A player with Edwards' level of experience accepting a practice squad deal hints at the respect the defender has for the franchise and the expectation of a quick elevation. With the number of receivers currently on the active roster, it isn't a hot take to believe that once Rice is serving his suspension, a defensive back will take his place.
You've already got three question marks in Jason Brownlee, Tyquan Thornton, and Nikko Remigio taking up roster space. Rather than replace Rice with another question mark the franchise can add proven defensive depth. It is a move typical of a savvy front office and coaching staff.
Edwards accepting the role speaks both to the idea of what will happen in the next weeks and how enticing joining the dynastic Chiefs truly is. Any chance to be a part of the organization is a gift. The absolute floor is finding yourself playing in the AFC Championship, something that happens each and every year Mahomes remains healthy.