Tucker, a five-time All-Pro with an 89.1% career field-goal rate, could be elevated to the active roster immediately. However, he has not played in an NFL game since 2024 and served a 10-game suspension last season after an NFL investigation into misconduct allegations, which he denied. ESPN’s Mina Kimes and former Chiefs player Mitchell Schwartz, along with many fans, criticized the signing.
### Key Takeaways
– Kansas City signed Justin Tucker to its practice squad after Butker’s recent struggles.
– Tucker is eligible to play if the Chiefs promote him to the active roster.
– The signing has drawn criticism because of Tucker’s suspension and the allegations he denied.
– Butker has converted 68.8% of his field-goal attempts this season.
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