Undefeated Chiefs Acquire Patriots' Josh Uche, Who Had 11.5 Sacks in 2022

Oct 28, 2024, 04:58 PM

The New England Patriots have traded pass rusher Joshua Uche to the Kansas City Chiefs in exchange for a 2026 sixth-round draft pick. Uche, a 2020 second-round pick from Michigan, had 11.5 sacks in the 2022 season and has 16.5 sacks over 37 games since 2022. He is in the final year of his contract and is set to become a free agent after this season. The Chiefs, currently undefeated at 7-0, bolster their defense with Uche's addition as they aim for their third consecutive Super Bowl victory. This move comes after Kansas City acquired wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins last week, further strengthening their roster. Uche was a healthy scratch in the Patriots' recent win over the New York Jets, fueling trade speculation before the NFL's November 5 trade deadline. With Uche's minimal cap impact, the Chiefs add depth to their pass rush without significant financial commitment.