The Kansas City Chiefs raised a few eyebrows at the roster cutdown deadline, and the most notable name cut is two-time Super Bowl champion Mike Pennel.

Mike Pennel, Robert Tonyan Could Have ‘Handshake Agreement’ With Chiefs

Chiefs Cut Mike Pennel, Robert Tonyan For Now

Pennel, 34, is entering his 12th NFL campaign and third season of his second stint with the Chiefs. He started seven of his 17 appearances during the 2024 regular season, logging 25 total tackles, 3 tackles for loss, 3.0 sacks, and 1 forced fumble.

His departure, and that of tight end Robert Tonyan, stood out, but could be “roster maneuvering.”

“It’s safe to say, based on preseason performances, that no 53-man roster projections had Chiefs defensive tackle Mike Pennel or tight end Robert Tonyan getting cut Tuesday,” The

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