Chiefs Melvin Smith exits Seahawks game with rib injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 5:33 AM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Melvin Smith exited the preseason finale against the Seattle Seahawks with a rib injury on Friday night. Smith was injured after making a tackle and was observed in significant pain before being taken to the medical tent. The injury introduces uncertainty regarding his roster spot as the Chiefs prepare for final cuts, with the deadline approaching shortly after this game. There are currently no updates on the severity of the injury or a potential recovery timeline.
- •Melvin Smith injured his ribs during a tackle against Seattle.
- •The Chiefs face roster cuts days after the game.
- •Smith was taken to the medical tent for evaluation.
- •No details on the injury's severity are available.
- 5:33 AMYahoo Sports — Chiefs Melvin Smith Exits Seahawks Game With Painful Injury
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