12 Chiefs Who Will Be Cut By Tuesday's Roster Deadline
5. Deneric Prince, RB
Just like Remigio, Deneric Prince still has a chance to make the team. Unless Reid surprisingly chooses to keep fewer offensive linemen though, Prince's opportunity looks slim at best. He spent most of the summer as the No. 2 running back while Clyde Edwards-Helaire dealt with his off-field health concerns, yet budding Kansas City sensation Carson Steele has overtaken Prince.
The undrafted rookie out of Ball State and UCLA has been the Chiefs' preseason MVP, adding 50 yards and a TD on four carries while showcasing return chops as well. For all of the promise that Prince showed, Steele is cleary a better fit for this roster and should be viewed as a virtual lock to make the 53-man group.
Prince, meanwhile, had three carries for -1 yards and one catch for two, ending with four touches for one single yard. Compared to Steele's outing, it's obvious who is ahead on the depth chart.
Based on what we've seen, there's no reason to protect Deneric Prince. Can claim him back for practice squad without having to clog up roster spot for key waiver claims or further moves in next week. Chiefs should be eyeing any RBs of interest.
— Matt Conner (@MattConnerAA) August 22, 2024
Reid and offensive coordinator Matt Nagy do like what Prince brings to the table. He'll be a priority practice squad add assuming he's cut.
Not even a month ago, Prince looked like a lock to make the roster. Suddenly, he's on the outside looking in. That's the nature of the NFL, especially when an undrafted rookie captures the city's attention like Steele has.
The former Tulsa standout finished his 2024 preseason with 14 carries for 62 yards.