“No One Saw This Coming” — Chiefs Cut Ties with Super Bowl Champion Receiver Just Before Camp
Kansas City, MO — With training camp on the horizon, the Chiefs have stunned fans by waiving former Super Bowl champion wide receiver Justyn Ross — the Clemson prodigy who was once considered a rising star in Andy Reid’s offense. The move marks the close of a chapter that held high hopes… but never quite delivered.
🏃♂️ Who Is Justyn Ross?
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Went undrafted in 2022 after a standout freshman career at Clemson derailed by injury
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Signed with KC and spent three seasons mostly on the practice squad, with only 6 career catches in limited game action
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Still earned two Super Bowl rings with the team, though his impact came off the field
🧠 Why This Matters
Despite flashes in camp, Ross never translated his talent into game-day production. Sources indicate he requested the release, hoping for a fresh opportunity — and the Chiefs granted it on the first day of camp .
For a team with emerging stars like Rashee Rice, Xavier Worthy, and Hollywood Brown, the depth chart is crowded. Ross simply couldn’t break through .
🔄 What Happens Next?
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He becomes a free agent with genuine upside — especially for teams seeking size (6’4″) and speed
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Expect interest from off-season leagues like the UFL, or others needing a camp arm
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Chiefs get extra spot for camp evaluation and development of rookies like Elijhah Badger
✅ Final Take
This cut isn’t about drama — it’s about depth and reality.
Ross’s talent couldn’t translate, and the ring came with hard truths: not everyone makes the leap.
Stay tuned—other unsigned guys might fill his role in camp, but Kansas City clearly believes growth will come outside past potential.
