Chiefs sign defensive tackle to 53-man roster

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https://www.arrowheadpride.com/2024/...-53-man-roster

The Kansas City Chiefs made a minor roster move on Tuesday, just two days ahead of their season-opening game against the Baltimore Ravens.

We have signed Practice Squad player Marlon Tuipulotu to an active roster contract.

We have signed Eric Scott to the Practice Squad. pic.twitter.com/bjDQOLQQ4B

— Kansas City Chiefs (@Chiefs) September 3, 2024
Per its official X account, Kansas City signed defensive tackle Marlon Tuipulotu to its active roster from the practice squad. The defensive tackle had been added to the practice squad over the weekend.

Tuipulotu, 25, first entered the league as a 2021 sixth-round pick by the Philadelphia Eagles. In three seasons and 28 appearances with the Eagles, the 6-foot-2, 307-pound defensive tackle registered 43 tackles (22 solo).

The Chiefs also brought cornerback Eric Scott back into the fold, signing him to their practice squad in the spot left vacant by Tuipulotu’s promotion. General manager Brett Veach put in a claim for Scott from the Dallas Cowboys at the 53-man roster deadline, only to waive him two days later.

Scott, 25, entered the NFL as a sixth-round selection in last year’s draft. The 6-foot-1 cornerback (with an 80 ⅛” wingspan) has the size Kansas City likes in defensive backs, and it remains to be seen if he gets the call-up at some point. It is worth noting that Scott is a native of Basehor, Kansas, and he played football at Basehor-Linwood High School prior to Southern Mississippi in college.

[DJ's left nut]

Originally Posted by JPH83

Dont disagree but they look particularly bad up the middle. Vorhees? Falalele? Wasn't Linderbaum nursing an injury. If we get some joy I'd imagine it'd be there.

If I'm Spags, both Williams AND Watson get a fair bit of run Thursday.

McDuffie would spend a lot of time in the slot to try to prevent quick-hitters (I figure they'll have Flowers in the slot a bit to free up his release and get him in short areas as quickly as possible). I'd have Danna/Karlaftis barely even trying to get upfield; just holding the edge and trying to keep Jackson in the pocket.

Then I have Jones feast with Wharton alongside him on passing downs and Pennell taking up most of the 1st/2nd down snaps to try to absorb as much contact from Henry as possible.

[RunKC]

Originally Posted by DJ's left nut

If I'm Spags, both Williams AND Watson get a fair bit of run Thursday.

McDuffie would spend a lot of time in the slot to try to prevent quick-hitters (I figure they'll have Flowers in the slot a bit to free up his release and get him in short areas as quickly as possible). I'd have Danna/Karlaftis barely even trying to get upfield; just holding the edge and trying to keep Jackson in the pocket.

Then I have Jones feast with Wharton alongside him on passing downs and Pennell taking up most of the 1st/2nd down snaps to try to absorb as much contact from Henry as possible.

Think we’re gonna see some snaps from Cam Thomas too. He’s built a lot like Karlaftis and can work well on stunts, run defense and holding the edge. Wouldn’t be shocked to see a few snaps from Herring too when the starters need a breather.

Boy am I already bracing myself for the inevitable Felix hate post game bc that guy might get 5 snaps max

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[JPH83]

Originally Posted by DJ's left nut

If I'm Spags, both Williams AND Watson get a fair bit of run Thursday.

McDuffie would spend a lot of time in the slot to try to prevent quick-hitters (I figure they'll have Flowers in the slot a bit to free up his release and get him in short areas as quickly as possible). I'd have Danna/Karlaftis barely even trying to get upfield; just holding the edge and trying to keep Jackson in the pocket.

Then I have Jones feast with Wharton alongside him on passing downs and Pennell taking up most of the 1st/2nd down snaps to try to absorb as much contact from Henry as possible.

I like the sound of all of this. Stop the run, take Flowers out if the equation, get them to obvious passing downs and flood their IOL with speed and power. Wouldn't hate Danna and Karlaftis swinging in for Turk on some of those passing downs.