Chiefs on the Verge of a Massive Upgrade: Adding $36 Million Pro-Bowler Would Be a Game-Changer
The Kansas City Chiefs are on the cusp of the playoffs and potentially the No. 1 seed in the AFC. Their offense has been inconsistent this season and they have the opportunity to add a Pro Bowl wide receiver this late in the season.
The Baltimore Ravens traded for Dionte Johnson at the NFL trade deadline. However, they waived the former Pro Bowler after he did not meet expectations. ESPN’s Adam Schefter noted that the Chiefs are among the teams that could claim him on Monday.
“Former Ravens WR Diontae Johnson is likely to be claimed on waivers Monday, per sources,” Schefter wrote on X. “Potential landing spots include but are not limited to the Chargers and Chiefs – if Johnson even makes it that far on waivers.”
Johnson signed a two-year, $36 million extension with the Steelers in 2022. He will be a free agent after the season and could be a risk-free addition. Johnson’s time in Baltimore came with some concerns about his character and ability to be a team player. However, Andy Ried and the Chiefs have a track record of giving players a second chance to revive their careers.
This season alone they have taken a chance on DeAndre Hopkins and Kareem Hunt after it seemed like their careers were headed toward a steep decline. Hopkins and Hunt have been key pieces to the offense. Johnson could be a dynamic addition as the Chiefs are still looking for a true replacement for Rashee Rice.
If Johnson ends up being a problem to the culture, they could always just cut him. This late in the season, the Chiefs need to try and load up on any possible help to make a deep playoff run.
