The Kansas City Chiefs are making strategic moves ahead of their Week 3 showdown with the Miami Dolphins, promoting linebacker Cole Christiansen and defensive end Tyreke Smith from the practice squad to the active roster.
Cole Christiansen, a two-time Super Bowl champion, has been a part of the Chiefs since 2022. He mainly plays a role on special teams but has also stepped in for some defensive snaps. With Cooper McDonald now on injured reserve, Christiansen’s elevation is crucial, providing much-needed depth at linebacker for at least the next three games.
Tyreke Smith is gearing up for his second season with Kansas City after spending most of last year on the practice squad. He was elevated to the active roster for the last two games of 2022 but didn’t get a chance to hit the field. His timing is perfect, especially with defensive end Felix Anudike-Uzomah listed on this week’s injury report. The Chiefs will need every available piece as they gear up to take on a Dolphins offense that features running back De’Von Achane, who racked up an impressive 1,350 rushing yards last season.
The Bigger Question
How effective will the Chiefs defense be against a Miami running back like De’Von Achane, who poses a significant challenge with his explosive playmaking ability?