The Kansas City Chiefs added wide receiver Josh Downs from the Indianapolis Colts ahead of the NFL trade deadline, strengthening Patrick Mahomes’ receiving group. The Chiefs also reportedly explored a larger move for New York Jets star Garrett Wilson, but that effort did not result in a deal.
Another potential option is a reunion with Tyreek Hill. Hill is recovering from a major knee injury and was found liable on two battery charges in a civil trial involving his estranged wife. Those issues could affect how teams assess him, but a club willing to sign him may still see the explosive playmaking ability that made him a game-changing receiver.
One proposal is for Kansas City to consider Hill on a bargain deal, potentially for the final stretch of the season. He may not be ready to return until after Thanksgiving, although his agent, Drew Rosenhaus, said Hill was close to receiving medical clearance. Rosenhaus did not provide a specific timetable.
“As soon as Tyreek Hill is healthy and cleared medically I’m letting teams know they can sign him,” Rosenhaus said. “I think he’s close and I think he’s gonna make a great comeback. I expect him to be playing and making things happen this season.”
Meanwhile, the Chiefs are working to bring Downs up to speed. Mahomes said Downs had immediately begun learning the offense and praised his intelligence and professionalism. The teams use similar offensive concepts, which could help with the transition, though Mahomes said learning the full offense could take a couple of weeks.
