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Mahomes throws 5 TD passes and rookie Johnson runs for 101 yards as Chiefs overwhelm Falcons 35-13

Patrick Mahomes threw five touchdown passes, including one to newly acquired Josh Downs and two to rookie Emmett Johnson, and the Kansas City Chiefs beat the struggling Atlanta Fal...

20 MINS AGO • Associated Press

Josh Downs hits ground running in Kansas City, one day after Chiefs acquire WR from the Colts

Wide receiver Josh Downs was already at work learning the Kansas City offense on Wednesday

4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

One target in Week 9 win Allen failed to catch his only target in Sunday's 35-12 win over the Jets.

Impact Allen made the start at wide receiver but ran just 13 routes on Patrick Mahomes' 36 dropbacks against New York. With Xavier Worthy (hamstring) now injured, Allen could have a path to more playing time moving forward, but all three of Rashee Rice, Kenneth Walker and Travis Kelce are well ahead of the rookie wideout for targets.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Two catches in loss to Denver Allen caught two of three targets for 20 yards in Sunday's 28-24 loss to the Broncos.

Impact The rookie wide receiver usurped Jalen Royals on the depth chart, operating as the clear WR3 behind Rashee Rice and Xavier Worthy. Allen ran 22 routes on Patrick Mahomes' 44 dropbacks, but with both Rice and Worthy healthy alongside Travis Kelce and Kenneth Walker, there doesn't appear to be much juice to squeeze for Allen.

NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Could see role expand Sunday Chiefs head coach Andy Reid said Wednesday that Allen will "get a little bit more [snaps]" during Sunday's game against the Broncos, Nate Taylor of ESPN.com reports.

Impact While the Chiefs have been without top wideout Rashee Rice (hamstring/knee) in the past two games, Allen has seen only a modest uptick in playing time. After logging no more than five snaps in each of his first four NFL contests, Allen has played 25 total snaps over the last two weeks while recording three receptions for 45 yards. Even if Reid sticks to his promise to find more work for Allen, it's unclear how much larger his role would grow if Rice is able to put an end to his absence this weekend. Rice took a step in the right direction toward playing in Denver by returning to the practice field Wednesday, per Taylor.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

One early catch in Week 7 loss Allen caught one of two targets for 18 yards during the Chiefs' 20-3 loss to the Seahawks on Sunday.

Impact Allen and Patrick Mahomes for an 18-yard pass on the Chiefs' second offensive play of the game, but the rookie wide receiver did not see another pass from his veteran quarterback until the fourth quarter. All three of Allen's catches this season have come over his last two games, which has coincided with the absence of Rashee Rice (knee/hamstring). Allen was on the field for 16 of the Chiefs' 53 offensive snaps Sunday, and his minimal role would decrease even more if Rice is cleared to return for Week 8 against the Broncos on Nov. 1.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Brings in two catches vs. Bolts Allen caught both of his passes for 27 yards during the Chiefs' 22-6 win over the Chargers on Sunday.

Impact Despite the absence of Rashee Rice (hamstring/knee), Allen was on the field for only nine of the Chiefs' 61 offensive snaps (14.8 percent). He drew a 20-yard pass interference penalty late in the first quarter before hauling in a four-yard pass from Patrick Mahomes on the first play of the second quarter, which was the first reception of Allen's career. The rookie wide receiver added a 23-yard catch midway through the fourth quarter, and he ended up finishing second among Chiefs wideouts in receiving yards ahead of Jalen Royals (24) and behind Xavier Worthy (73). Allen's small role in the Chiefs' offense would dwindle even more if Rice is cleared to return for Week 7 against the Seahawks on Oct. 25.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Chiefs rule out WR Rashee Rice and LT Josh Simmons for Sunday's game against the Chargers

The Chiefs have ruled out wide receiver Rashee Rice and left tackle Josh Simmons for their game against the Chargers on Sunday

OCTOBER 16 • Associated Press

Chiefs LT Josh Simmons returns to practice, WR Rashee Rice appears unlikely to play vs Chargers

The Kansas City Chiefs have returned from their bye week with left tackle Josh Simmons back on the practice field

OCTOBER 14 • Associated Press

Fails to catch only target in Week 4 Allen failed to reel in his only target in Sunday's 30-27 win over the Raiders.

Impact Allen went without a reception for the fourth straight contest to open his NFL career. The wide receiver impressed during the preseason, but he has yet to make his mark during the regular season. Allen could be set for an expanded role following the team's Week 5 bye week though, as both Rashee Rice (hamstring) and Tyquan Thornton (ankle) suffered injuries against Las Vegas, the latter of which is season-ending.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Chiefs' early bye timely after Rashee Rice and Tyquan Thornton hurt. Could Tyreek Hill be an answer?

The Kansas City Chiefs might find their bye week well-timed after their 30-27 win over the Raiders

OCTOBER 5 • Associated Press

Cyrus Allen deserves a bigger role in Chiefs offense against Dolphins He was the name on everybody’s lips at training camp, but two weeks into the new season, we haven’t seen Kansas City Chiefs rookie wide rece...

SEPTEMBER 26 • ARROWHEADADDICT.COM

Six snaps in overtime win Allen logged three offensive snaps and three special-teams snaps in Sunday's 33-30 overtime win against the Colts.

Impact Allen struggled to find the field despite being listed as the Chiefs' No. 4 wide receiver. The team has taken to 12-personnel packages with Travis Kelce and Noah Gray as it leans into the run game that Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker can provide. This offensive strategy leaves little room for the fifth-round rookie to see the field, though he could be featured more as the season continues.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Chiefs Rookie Wideout Cyrus Allen Faces Uphill Battle for Playing Time Chiefs rookie WR Cyrus Allen saw just one offensive snap in Week 1 after a strong training camp. Will his role grow as the season continues?

SEPTEMBER 19 • SI.COM

Cyrus Allen gets an encouraging message after quiet Chiefs debut A receiver who was hyped up all summer long was Cyrus Allen and he went on to be targeted just once and didn't catch that one target.

SEPTEMBER 17 • ARROWHEADADDICT.COM

No production in regular-season debut Allen did not catch his only target during Monday night's 31-10 win over Denver.

Impact Allen played only one snap on offense, failing to build off of the momentum he had built for himself in the preseason. The wide receiver was also on the field for four snaps with the special-teams unit. Allen appears to be a firm No. 4 option behind Rashee Rice, Xavier Worthy and Tyquan Thornton at wideout ahead of the team's matchup with the Colts in Week 2.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Why Chiefs Fans Shouldn't Panic Over Cyrus Allen's Depth Chart Listing Chiefs fans were surprised to see Cyrus Allen listed in a reserve role on the depth chart, but the rookie's workload could look very differe...

SEPTEMBER 9 • SI.COM

Labeled as reserve on depth chart Allen is listed as a backup receiver on the Chiefs' unofficial depth chart ahead of Monday's season opener versus the Broncos, Charles Goldsmith of AtoZSports.com reports.

Impact The rookie wide receiver appears to be staying in a reserve role after a productive preseason and doesn't yet have a path to meaningful playing time right away.

SEPTEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Cyrus Allen already has one insider convinced he's the Chiefs' best receiver It's safe to say that a lot of Kansas City Chiefs fans were frustrated by the lack of attention given to the wide receiver position this off...

SEPTEMBER 4 • ARROWHEADADDICT.COM

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SEPTEMBER 1 • FOX SPORTS

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Finishes preseason with one catch Allen brought in one of two targets for 12 yards in the Chiefs' 9-9 preseason tie with the Seahawks on Friday.

Impact The rookie fifth-round pick didn't make his catch until the opening possession of the second half. Allen was busy this preseason with six catches on 12 targets, but those netted a modest 39 yards. Nevertheless, the Cincinnati product is likely locked into a reserve receiver role to open the 2026 season.

AUGUST 29 • ROTOWIRE

Three catches in preseason loss Allen secured three of five targets for seven yards in the Chiefs' 16-15 preseason loss to the Buccaneers on Saturday.

Impact The 2026 fifth-round pick has shown up on film in the first two preseason games, as he now has five receptions on 10 targets over that span. Allen has only netted 27 receiving yards in the process, but he's worked exclusively with backup quarterbacks such as Justin Fields and Garrett Nussmeier. Allen saw action into the second half Saturday and may well take the field again for the preseason finale at home against the Seahawks on Friday night.

AUGUST 23 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 19 • SI.COM

Andy Reid Has Nothing but Compliments for Cyrus Allen's Debut The Chiefs finally got to see Allen in a game, and he didn't disappoint his HC even a bit.

AUGUST 16 • SI.COM

Two catches in Chiefs debut Allen caught two passes on five targets for 20 yards during the Chiefs' 20-12 preseason loss to the Rams on Saturday.

Impact Allen joined Jalen Royals and Tyquan Thornton as the Chiefs' three starting wide receivers while Rashee Rice and Xavier Worthy (shoulder) observed Saturday's preseason game from the sidelines. Allen turned a screen pass from Justin Fields into a big gain the first quarter, only for the play to be negated by a holding penalty by Royals. Allen didn't end up registering his first catch until late in the second quarter, but he made a nice leaping, 13-yard grab on a third-and-8 to move the chains. The rookie fifth-rounder drew praise after the game from head coach Andy Reid, who told reporters that Allen has "been doing well in camp...Looked like he picked right up from there," per Charles Goldman of AtoZSports.com. Thornton is currently listed as the third starting wide receiver alongside Worthy and Rice on the Chiefs' unofficial depth chart, but Allen could play himself into a prominent role on offense with a strong performance in training camp and preseason games. The Chiefs will hit the road for their next exhibition game Saturday, Aug. 22 against the Buccaneers.

AUGUST 15 • ROTOWIRE

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