Chiefs Waive WR Josh Gordon, Activate DT Khalen Saunders

Originally posted on FanNation Arrowhead Report
By Joshua Brisco | Last updated 1/24/22

One day after a high-flying victory over the Buffalo Bills in the AFC Divisional Round of the playoffs, the Kansas City Chiefs have reportedly waived wide receiver Josh Gordon and activated defensive tackle Khalen Saunders off injured reserve ahead of their AFC Championship Game matchup with the Cincinnati Bengals.

Tom Pelissero of NFL Network was first to report Gordon's release, and Pelissero notes that Gordon's time in Kansas City may not be over.

The #Chiefs are waiving WR Josh Gordon — who has been inactive — but plan to re-sign him to the practice squad if he clears, per source.

Because Gordon was on the 53-man roster for 8 games, he’ll get the same playoff check plus a practice squad check for rest of the playoffs.

Ian Rapoport of NFL Network then reported that Saunders will be activated off the injured reserve list, clearing the way for the former third-round pick to return to the field for the first time since Week 7.

This story is being updated.

This article first appeared on FanNation Arrowhead Report and was syndicated with permission.

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