Summary
The Kansas City Chiefs are considering changes to their offensive line, including potentially releasing right tackle Jawaan Taylor to free up salary cap space. They are also linked to free agent left tackle Rasheed Walker, who could help improve their lineup. Walker's potential contract is projected to be worth $81 million over four years.
Key Facts
- The Chiefs might release right tackle Jawaan Taylor to save $20 million against the salary cap.
- Taylor ranked 80th out of 89 offensive tackles in the previous season, according to Pro Football Focus.
- The Chiefs reportedly have an interest in free agent left tackle Rasheed Walker from the Green Bay Packers.
- Rasheed Walker is seen as the top available tackle in free agency, though not elite.
- His projected contract is worth about $20.3 million per year, or $81 million over four years.
- Walker ranked as the 52nd best tackle last season, which is better than the Chiefs’ current options.
- The team needs a dependable offensive line for quarterback Patrick Mahomes' return from a knee injury.
