Kansas City signed Nate Matlack to bolster the defensive front after Janarius Robinson’s foot fracture in the preseason loss to Arizona. Matlack, a local product from Olathe East with college stops at Kansas State and Pittsburgh, flashed pass-rush potential in college with 14.5 sacks and 25 tackles for loss over three seasons at Manhattan and one in Pittsburgh. KC’s move signals depth-building in camp, with a realistic path to a practice squad for the rookie who’ll need a strong camp to carve a niche on the front-seven.

In fantasy terms, Matlack is a wait-and-see addition. If he sticks, KC could deploy him sparingly in sub-packages or special teams early, but a 53-man roster spot would require multiple injuries or standout performances. Monitor camp buzz and any early reps in joint practices. The Chiefs’ front-seven depth is the headline, and Matlack’s path hinges on development and KC’s injury trajectory.