Chiefs sign Ethan Hurkett amid training camp injury concerns
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 8:15 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
The Kansas City Chiefs signed former Iowa defensive end Ethan Hurkett on August 1 as training camp injuries mount. Hurkett practiced with the team, filling a need on the defensive line due to injuries to Omarr Norman-Lott, Ashton Gillotte, and Ethan Downs. With one spot still open on the active roster, Hurkett will compete for a position as the team prepares for the upcoming season. This move comes as a part of the Chiefs' efforts to bolster their roster amid ongoing injury challenges during camp.
- •Ethan Hurkett signed on August 1, 2026.
- •Chiefs dealing with multiple injuries on the defensive line.
- •Omarr Norman-Lott is on the Physically Unable to Perform list.
- •Gillotte is recovering from a hamstring injury.
- •Ethan Downs is out for the season with a knee injury.
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