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Chiefs Projected to Sign Free Agent RB Travis Etienne
Etienne could add dynamic, explosive dimension to Kansas City's offense
Mar. 5, 2026 at 11:23pm
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The Kansas City Chiefs are reportedly interested in signing free agent running back Travis Etienne Jr. this offseason. Etienne, who spent the first four years of his career with the Jacksonville Jaguars, is projected to sign a two-year, $13.6 million contract. The Chiefs are looking to bolster their offense around quarterback Patrick Mahomes, who is recovering from a torn ACL.
Why it matters
The Chiefs are aiming to remain a Super Bowl contender in the AFC, but they need to add talent to their roster after failing to make the playoffs last season. Signing Etienne, a dynamic dual-threat running back, could provide a significant boost to their offense and take pressure off Mahomes as he recovers from injury.
The details
Etienne, 27, has been a productive player for the Jaguars, rushing for 3,798 yards and 25 touchdowns over his first four NFL seasons. He has also been a capable receiver out of the backfield, catching 168 passes for 1,338 yards and seven touchdowns. The Chiefs are reportedly interested in adding Etienne on a two-year, $13.6 million contract, which would give their offense an explosive new dimension.
- The Chiefs failed to make the playoffs last season.
- Quarterback Patrick Mahomes suffered a torn ACL late in the 2025 season, putting his availability for Week 1 in jeopardy.
The players
Patrick Mahomes
The Chiefs' star quarterback, who is recovering from a torn ACL injury.
Travis Etienne Jr.
A 27-year-old free agent running back who spent the first four years of his career with the Jacksonville Jaguars.
What they’re saying
“Etienne was one of the best backs in football in 2025, totaling 1,107 rushing yards and seven touchdowns with the Jaguars. He can also catch the ball out of the backfield, with 36 receptions for 292 receiving yards and seven scores. Etienne would add a dynamic, explosive dimension to Kansas City's offense.”
— Eric Williams, Fox Sports NFL reporter
What’s next
The Chiefs will need to finalize a contract with Etienne and monitor Mahomes' recovery from his torn ACL injury as they prepare for the 2026 NFL season.
The takeaway
Signing Etienne would be a savvy move by the Chiefs to bolster their offense and support Mahomes as he recovers from injury. Etienne's dual-threat abilities could provide a significant boost to Kansas City's attack and help them remain a contender in the AFC.
