Carson Steele beat the odds and made the KC Chiefs' roster as an undrafted free agent, but what exactly will his role be as a rookie in KC?
' roster, and the current rookie class is no different. From first-round picks to undrafted free agents, almost every pickup has at least one noteworthy thing to monitor throughout this season.
Halfback/fullback Carson Steele's narrative is certainly at or near the top. Originally entering the league as a traditional running back out of Ball State and UCLA, the 21-year-old transitioned into more of a fullback for Kansas City in the offseason. That led to considerable hype when it continued during training camp, then Steele flashed even more ability in three preseason games.on numerous occasions. That trend isn't slowing down, either, now that the rookie has made the roster.
Clyde Edwards-Helaire's availability could make or break Steele's debut campaign. The former first-round pick has an established floor as a pass-catching option who understands the system, but he's also missed lots of time over the last month. Should that continue into the regular season, Steele could – and should – be relied on more. If not, it might make getting Steele the ball a lot trickier.
One thing is clear: Kansas City likes Steele's profile. Even if he isn't 100% a halfback or 100% a fullback, his skill set has a ripple effect on everyone else in the room. His rookie-year arc has been nothing short of excellent considering the odds were stacked against him, so it wouldn't be a surprise if he found a way to make an impact in 2024. Keep in mind that some of it may be out of his control, though.Jordan Foote is the deputy editor of Arrowhead Report on SI.
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