Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice is set to return to play after a 380-day absence, serving a six-game NFL suspension for a high-speed car crash and recovering from an ACL tear. He expressed excitement to be back on the field, while coach Andy Reid indicated his playing time might be managed.
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice is making his return to the field after missing 380-plus days, including the first six games of the current season due to an NFL suspension for violating the personal-conduct policy. The suspension stemmed from his involvement in a high-speed car crash in Dallas in March 2024, for which he pleaded guilty to two felony charges and paid over $115,000 in restitution. He also missed most of last season after tearing his ACL in Week 4. Rice spent his time away from the team in Florida, maintaining his fitness with a rigorous workout schedule and watching games with family. He expressed how much he missed football and realized his mental strength through adversity. Coach Andy Reid did not confirm if Rice would be on a snap count, but noted that with a strong receiving corps, there's no rush to overwork him immediately. Meanwhile, Chiefs left tackle Josh Simmons missed practice due to 'personal reasons,' with Jaylon Moore expected to start his second consecutive game.
