After last week’s loss, the Kansas City Chiefs are now at 6-6. Injuries and inconsistency kept coming into key moments for Patrick Mahomes and crew. And to address that, Andy Reid took an interesting step.

The Chiefs hosted eight players for tryouts ahead of their Week 14 matchup against the Houston Texans. Five offensive linemen and three wide receivers joined them.

Zach Banner showed up looking for another shot. Nicolas Petit Frere, D’Ante Smith, Zachary Thomas, and Matt Waletzko followed him into the building. All five lined up to compete for a spot in front of Mahomes. Joaquin Davis, Erik Ezukanma, and Jha’Quan Jackson stepped in at wideout and tried to show they belonged.

Everyone of them understood the stakes. Every rep matters because the Chiefs need someone who can help right away. Interestingly, every lineman on that list was an offensive tackle. That detail was impossible to ignore. It suggested the front office wants another steady blocker on the edge. The Chiefs have struggled to keep the pocket clean, and this was a clear sign that they want stronger protection outside.

However, as of now, it is unlikely that any of these players will land on the 53-man roster. The Chiefs, meanwhile, could add fresh depth to the practice squad. The injury issue still lingers, and Andy Reid shared some details about it.

This is a developing story…