The Chiefs have officially waived running back Kenneth Walker. He will not play due to a groin injury that occurred this week.
Rookie Emmett Johnson is set to make his first career start. He has 111 rushing yards on 26 carries with a touchdown and 14 receptions for 237 yards with a score.
The Chiefs also left running back Nate Carter off the practice squad for Sunday’s game against the Falcons. Carter hasn’t played this season, but he played in seven games for Atlanta last season and had nine carries for 60 yards.
The Chiefs also announced that defensive lineman Chris Jones (personnel) will not travel with the team. He will travel to Atlanta alone and he has no game designation.
The team also elevated wide receiver Jacob De Jesus from the practice squad.
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