Final Kansas City Chiefs 53-Man Roster Prediction
By Ben Nielsen
Aug 23, 2014; Kansas City, MO, USA; Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Albert Wilson (8) celebrates with defensive tackle Jairus Campbell (60) after scorn a touchdown against the Minnesota Vikings in the second half at Arrowhead Stadium. Minnesota won the game 30-12. Mandatory Credit: John Rieger-USA TODAY Sports
WIDE RECEIVER
Dwayne Bowe (suspended)
Donnie Avery
Albert Wilson
A.J. Jenkins
Frankie Hammond
Junior Hemingway
Cut: Kyle Williams and Mark Harrison
To me the final roster spot comes down to Junior Hemingway, Kyle Williams, and Mark Harrison. Harrison flashed some tools that I think they are going to try to stow away on the practice squad. Kyle Williams and Junior Hemingway have each dealt with health issues that have prevented them from seeming much action of the field.
Hemingway wins the job because of his familiarity with the offense and what he can bring as a red zone threat. His size helps, and he balances out what Wilson, Jenkins, and Avery bring to the offense.
It would not surprise me if all three of Hemingway, Williams, and Harrison are let go on Saturday and the Chiefs rolled with four wide receivers in their week one matchup against Tennessee. De’Anthony Thomas’ development has progressed a little faster than I think most anticipated and he’s seeing more and more action lined up as a receiver. Between Avery, Wilson, Jenkins, Hammond, and Thomas the Chiefs should be able to make due for one week.