Breaking News: The former offensive tackle for Kansas City has finally signed with the Philadelphia Eagles.
By Matt Conner
It wasn’t so long ago that good things were predicted for offensive lineman Darian Kinnard as he joined the Kansas City Chiefs. On Tuesday, he’s hoping a change of scenery can provide a fresh opportunity to reach his pro potential.
NFL reporter Jeff McLane has word that Kinnard is the latest signee to the Philadelphia Eagles offseason roster. Teams are now allowed up to 90 players until roster cuts are due near the end of the preseason schedule.
Kinnard first joined the Chiefs as a fifth-round pick out of Kentucky back in the 2022 NFL Draft at No. 145 overall. After the Chiefs remade the offensive line the previous offseason, expectations were fairly low for Kinnard but there was an opportunity at right tackle for someone to step up and grab—between Kinnard, who played the same position for the Wildcats, or Lucas Niang or someone else.
Instead, Kinnard appeared in only 1 game for the Chiefs during his rookie campaign and hung out on the practice squad for his entire second season. Instead of growing into a useful asset, he was passed over along the interior by the likes of Mike Caliendo, a former undrafted free agent, or outside by the arrival of Wanya Morris and the development of Prince Tega Wanogho.
Kinnard does bring a mauler’s mentality and big physical presence to the Eagles, and it should be noted that Philly does an incredible job coaching up young players along the offensive line. If Kinnard is going to have any further luck at the NFL level, he’s got a good spot.
If anything else, Kinnard was able to join the Chiefs during a magical run of the franchise’s history with two Super Bowl rings in two seasons.
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Kansas City Chiefs: The most memorable moments from Super Bowl LVIII
The Kansas City Chiefs established themselves as the NFL’s new dynasty with a win in Super Bowl LVIII. Here are the most memorable moments from the game.
By Jacob Milham
Another championship parade will be marching through Kansas City, thanks to the Kansas City Chiefs. The superstars shined brightest when they needed to, while the San Francisco 49ers waned in Super Bowl LVIII. There is no doubt: this is the NFL’s new dynasty.
This game had some massive swings, with Kansas City not leading until late. Patrick Mahomes’ third Super Bowl is one of the history books, and Chiefs fans will be rewatching this one until the 2024 season starts.
Learn more about some of the game’s pivotal moments here, with the best and worst plays by the Chiefs.
Kansas City’s best plays in Super Bowl LVIII
Leo Chenal strips CMC
12:23 Q1 – 1st and 10 • SF ball on KC 29
C.McCaffrey rushed right guard to KC 27 for 2 yards. C.McCaffrey FUMBLES, forced by L.Chenal. Fumble RECOVERED by KC-G.Karlaftis at KC 27.
Leo Chenal was all over the field Sunday night, and his first impact play was stripping NFL Offensive Player of the Year running back Christian McCaffrey.
CMC FUMBLE 😳
(via @NFLonCBS)pic.twitter.com/ZigOAADMkk— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) February 11, 2024
Trent McDuffie breaks up touchdown
15:00 Q2 – 3rd and 14 • SF ball on KC 37
B.Purdy steps back to pass. B.Purdy pass incomplete deep left intended for D.Samuel (T.McDuffie).
Trent McDuffie earned some flowers this season with his First-Team All-Pro nod. But, this play against Deebo Samuel showed how great he is against the pass.
Game of inches. Denied by @trent_mcduffie!
📺: #SBLVIII on CBS
📱: Stream on #NFLPlus https://t.co/dClcEDViWl pic.twitter.com/1D49jXu1ND— NFL (@NFL) February 12, 2024
Mecole Hardman catch 52
13:01 Q2 – 1st and 10 • KC ball on KC 39
P.Mahomes pass deep right complete to SF 13. Catch made by M.Hardman at SF 13. Gain of 52 yards. Tackled by J.Brown at SF 9.
The Chiefs trading for the memory of Mecole Hardman has been a net negative but plays like this show what Kansas City needs from the speedster. A mix of luck, skill, and play design made up this massive play.
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