The Kansas City Chiefs just signed former Ravens kicker Justin Tucker to their practice squad, and believe me, it has everyone talking. Chiefs Head Coach Andy Reid spent a full five straight minutes trying to explain the move to reporters on October 28, and his answers? Well, they were something else. Tucker, disgraced after the NFL launched an investigation into accusations from 16 massage therapists of inappropriate sexual behavior last year, sat out all of 2025 and is now back in the league. This is a kicker who was suspended 10 games to kick off last season for violating the NFL’s personal conduct policy, even though he denied everything and didn’t appeal the decision. It is a wild situation.
“He’s Done His Suspension. Took Care of That Business There. I’ll Leave It At That.”
The questions came fast and heavy for Reid. One reporter immediately hit him with the obvious: what message does bringing in Tucker send to the Chiefs’ massive female fanbase? Reid’s response was sharp and to the point: “He’s done his suspension. Took care of that business there. I’ll leave it at that.” That was it. No further explanation, no deeper dive into the accusations that led to Tucker’s release from Baltimore. This is the kind of quote that makes you scratch your head and wonder what “business” really means. An opinion piece even called the move one that “spoils the ‘Taylor Swift era’” for the Chiefs, which tells you just how much this signing has landed with a thud for some.
The “Homework” and Harrison Butker’s Struggles
Reid kept getting hammered with questions, four more coming his way after that initial exchange. He was asked if Chiefs’ ownership had a hand in the decision, to which he simply said, “Listen, we try to do our homework the best way we possibly can and talk to a lot of people to make sure things are OK.” “Homework” for a guy who was accused by 16 therapists? That’s a high bar. Another reporter pressed him on why they thought Tucker could even be successful after being away from the game for a year. The veteran kicker’s last active season in 2024 was rough, converting a career-low 73.3% of his field goals and his second-lowest extra point rate at 96.8%. But Reid claimed Tucker impressed in his workout, going 30-for-30 on field goal attempts among three kickers, one of whom was reportedly Harrison Mevis.
And let’s be real, the context here is incumbent Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker, who’s been struggling. He’s missed 15 field goals over the last two years. And guess what, Seattle? Two of those misses came just last week against *our* Seahawks! So yeah, Butker is definitely having a rough patch.
What’s Next for the Chiefs’ Kicking Game?
Even with Tucker on the practice squad, Reid made it clear that he isn’t expected to step into a big role immediately. Butker will still take the majority of reps and remain the Chiefs’ kicker for Week 8. Reid’s loyalty is undeniable, saying, “We love (Harrison). We’ve told you that before. He’s one of my favorite guys. Sometimes…” That quote just trails off, but you can feel Reid’s attachment to Butker despite the recent woes. It seems like the Chiefs are hedging their bets, bringing in a “proven” (albeit controversial) veteran in case Butker’s slump continues. For now, the spotlight remains on Butker as the Chiefs try to sort out their kicking situation, and you can bet our Hawks fans will be watching how that plays out.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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