People are saying that he’s old or whatever, has distractions and all this,” Andy Reid said. “The defenses don’t think that.”

Fortson’s signing to the practice squad comes the same week that the Chiefs reunited with running back Kareem Hunt, who played with KC in the 2017 and 2018 seasons.

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) celebrates a catch against Atlanta Falcons cornerback Mike Hughes (21) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024, in Atlanta.