Wide receiver Justin Watson is officially back with the Kansas City Chiefs, rejoining their practice squad. This isn’t just some random signing either, it’s a familiar face returning to help out the squad.
A Familiar Face Returns to the Red and Gold
Watson isn’t new to the Chiefs’ organization. He suited up for Kansas City from 2022 through 2024, putting up some solid numbers during his previous stint. In 50 regular season games with the team, he racked up 64 catches for an impressive 1,064 yards and seven touchdowns. Think about that production for a minute! He wasn’t just a regular season player either, contributing in the clutch with nine catches for 120 yards across three postseasons, where he helped the Chiefs snag a pair of Super Bowl victories. After his run, Watson moved on to the Texans last season, but he’s been a free agent since they released him at the end of August. Now, he’s back in the building.
Filling a Key Void for the Chiefs
The timing of this reunion is pretty clear. The Chiefs are coming out of their bye week, and they’ve got a hole to fill in their wide receiver corps. Wideout Tyquan Thornton went down with a dislocated ankle back in Week 4. That’s a brutal injury, and it left the Chiefs needing to make a move. Interestingly, there was even talk circulating about bringing back Tyreek Hill to address the need, but the team ultimately decided to go with a different reunion, opting for Watson instead. It shows they trust the guy who’s been there, done that, and helped them win some rings.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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