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sports1 year ago

Chiefs Reactivate Kicker Harrison Butker for Browns Matchup

The Kansas City Chiefs are set to reinstate their longtime kicker Harrison Butker, releasing Matthew Wright despite his recent success, including a game-winning field goal that clinched the AFC West. Butker, who has been on injured reserve due to a knee injury, is expected to return for the game against the Cleveland Browns. Wright, who was named Special Teams Player of the Week, successfully made 8 of 9 field goals during his brief tenure with the Chiefs.

via CBS Sports|
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sports1 year ago

Chiefs Reactivate Kicker Harrison Butker, Waive Matthew Wright

The Kansas City Chiefs will activate kicker Harrison Butker from injured reserve for Sunday's game against the Browns, leading to the waiving of Matthew Wright, who recently earned AFC special teams player of the week honors. Despite Wright's recent success, the Chiefs are opting for Butker, one of the top kickers in NFL history, now that he is healthy.

via NBC Sports|
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sports1 year ago

Mike Tirico's Witty Remark After Chiefs' FG Miss Secures AFC West Title

The Kansas City Chiefs clinched the AFC West title with a dramatic 19-17 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers, highlighted by third-string kicker Matthew Wright's game-winning 31-yard field goal that bounced off the upright. NBC's Mike Tirico humorously dubbed it "the doink for the division." The Chiefs continue their quest for a third consecutive Super Bowl, often finding themselves in thrilling, close games.

via Sports Illustrated|
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sports1 year ago

Chiefs Secure 9th AFC West Title with Dramatic Walk-Off Win

The Kansas City Chiefs clinched their ninth consecutive AFC West title with a dramatic 19-17 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers, thanks to a last-second 31-yard field goal by third-string kicker Matthew Wright. The win, which was the Chiefs' sixth game this season decided on the final play, keeps them ahead in the race for the AFC's No. 1 playoff seed. Chiefs coach Andy Reid praised the team's resilience in close games, while quarterback Patrick Mahomes emphasized the importance of continuing to build towards their ultimate goal.

via ESPN|
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sports1 year ago

Chiefs Sign Matthew Wright Amid Kicker Injuries, Butker Nears Return

The Kansas City Chiefs have placed kicker Spencer Shrader on injured reserve due to a right hamstring injury and signed Matthew Wright to their 53-man roster. Wright, who will kick for the Chiefs this weekend, successfully made 4-of-5 field goals in their recent win over Las Vegas, missing only a 59-yard attempt. Shrader had previously been perfect in his field goal and extra point attempts for the team. Harrison Butker remains out for at least another week.

via NBC Sports|
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sports2 years ago

Falcons Secure Backup Kicker as Younghoe Koo's Status Remains Uncertain

The Atlanta Falcons have signed Matthew Wright to their practice squad as insurance at the kicker position after Younghoe Koo missed practice due to a back injury. Wright previously played for the Steelers and has also had stints with the Panthers, 49ers, Chiefs, and Jaguars. Koo has been performing well this season, making 21-of-22 field goals and 14-of-15 extra points.

via NBC Sports|
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