After six weeks without their WR1, the Kansas City Chiefs finally have their steadiest pass-catcher available on Sunday afternoon.
The Chiefs brought Rashee Rice back into the fold vs. the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 7. The former first-round pick spent each of the opening six weeks on the sidelines due to a suspension related to a 2023 arrest that stemmed from a high-speed car wreck.
Kansas City certainly needed him back. The Chiefs limped to a 3-3 record without Rice in their ranks, far from the dizzying heights they achieved at the same point last season.
At his best, Rice is a spark plug, adept at turning Patrick Mahomes' efforts into lengthy gains.
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Rust would be understandable. Rice was felled by injury in 2024, while Kansas City has struggled to find a rhythm with the ball in its grasp.
But if he can offer performances even somewhat reminiscent of his glistening rookie season, it would prove a big help to Andy Reid’s bunch.
The Sporting News tracked Rice’s performance in his return vs. Las Vegas on Sunday. Follow below for a closer look at the numbers behind Rice’s showcase.
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Rashee Rice stats today vs. Raiders
Halftime score:
Stat | Total |
Targets | 2 |
Receptions | 2 |
Yards | 4 |
Touchdowns | 1 |
Rice wasted little time ingratiating himself with the Kansas City faithful (again), finding the end zone one drive into his return to action.
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Rashee Rice highlights vs. Raiders
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