Chiefs Kick Off Rookie Minicamp with 20 Undrafted Free Agent Signings
The Kansas City Chiefs opened their three-day rookie minicamp on Friday and immediately bolstered their roster with 20 undrafted free agents.
The newly signed group includes a mix of standout collegiate performers from programs such as Cincinnati, Duke, Miami, and Texas. Among them is wide receiver Jeff Caldwell, who drew attention at the Scouting Combine for his impressive all-around testing metrics.
Last season at Cincinnati, Caldwell recorded:
- 32 receptions
- 478 receiving yards
- 6 touchdowns
The Chiefs' undrafted additions also feature players from the following schools:
- Duke: Defensive end Vincent Anthony
- Miami: Linebacker Wesley Bissainthe
- Texas: Defensive tackle Cole Brevard
- Cal: Wide receiver Jacob De Jesus
- Toledo: Edge rusher Anthony Dunn
- Washington: Wide receiver Omari Evans
- Wyoming: Tight end John Michael Gyllenborg
- Iowa: Edge rusher Ethan Hurkett
- Colorado: Defensive tackle Amari McNeill
- Iowa: Safety Xavier Nwankpa
- Louisville: Center Pete Nygra
- Oklahoma: Running back Jaydn Ott
- Michigan: Defensive tackle Damon Payne
- Louisiana-Monroe: Cornerback D'Arco Perkins-McAllister
- San Diego State: Cornerback Bryce Phillips
- Nebraska: Safety DeShon Singleton
- Texas A&M: Running back E.J. Smith
- LSU: Guard Josh Thompson
- Houston: Cornerback Zelmar Vedder
In addition to the 20 signees, the Chiefs have more than 70 players participating in tryouts during the minicamp. This influx of talent suggests potential roster adjustments in the coming days as coaching staffs evaluate performance.
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