The Kansas City Chiefs will begin their training camp without wide receiver Justyn Ross, who is being waived after requesting his release. NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reported the move, marking an end to Ross’s time with the team after three seasons. His departure comes ahead of a critical period for the Chiefs as they prepare for the upcoming NFL season.
Ross initially burst onto the college football scene in 2018 as a freshman at Clemson University. That year, he recorded 1,000 receiving yards and was a standout in the College Football Playoff National Championship Game, catching six passes for 153 yards and a touchdown against Alabama. His performance suggested a promising future and generated significant buzz about his potential.
Justyn Ross (NFL)Injuries And Setbacks Derailed Ross’s Rise, Leaving Him Undrafted And Struggling In NFL
However, Ross’s career trajectory changed after his freshman season. He had a less productive 2019 season, then missed all of 2020 due to a serious spinal injury. When he returned in 2021, he wasn’t the same player. These setbacks caused his draft stock to plummet, and he ultimately went undrafted in 2022 despite his early promise.
The Chiefs signed Ross as an undrafted free agent, but he struggled to make an impact during his time in Kansas City. Over three seasons, he appeared in only a few games and totaled just six receptions. With his release, Ross will now look to restart his career elsewhere, hoping to find a team willing to take a chance on his talent and potential.
