The Kansas City Chiefs are grappling with a series of setbacks following their preseason loss to the Arizona Cardinals on Saturday. While the defeat was a disappointment, the real sting came in the form of injuries that have sidelined key players, with head coach Andy Reid revealing another blow during Monday’s press conference. The latest casualty is defensive lineman Janarius Robinson, who suffered a foot fracture during the game, adding to the team’s growing list of absences at training camp.

Robinson, a 26-year-old who joined the Chiefs this offseason after two years with the Las Vegas Raiders, made an impact in Arizona before his injury. He recorded a sack on Cardinals quarterback Clayton Tune, resulting in a nine-yard loss. However, his standout moment was overshadowed by the foot fracture that kept him out of Monday’s practice. Reid confirmed the injury, noting that Robinson’s absence is a significant loss for a defensive line already navigating challenges.

The Chiefs were also without veteran defensive back Deon Bush, who suffered a ruptured Achilles during the Cardinals game. Bush’s injury is a major blow to the secondary, given his experience and reliability. Adding to the team’s woes, several other players sat out Monday’s practice: wide receiver Marquise “Hollywood” Brown (ankle), offensive lineman Ethan Driskell (recovering from an appendectomy), cornerback Jaylen Watson (concussion protocol), and tight end Jake Briningstool (hamstring). The mounting injuries raise concerns as the Chiefs prepare for the regular season.

On a brighter note, cornerback Kristian Fulton and linebacker Drue Tranquill, who did not play in Saturday’s preseason game, returned to the field for Monday’s practice. Their presence offers some relief to a defense looking to regain its footing.

Robinson’s journey to Kansas City has been one of persistence. A fourth-round pick by the Minnesota Vikings in 2021, he spent time with the Philadelphia Eagles in 2022 before finding a role with the Raiders. In the 2024 season, he appeared in ten games, starting one, and contributed five tackles, half a sack, and two quarterback hits. His move to the Chiefs was seen as an opportunity to carve out a bigger role, but this injury could delay his progress.

As the Chiefs continue training camp, Reid and his staff face the challenge of managing a roster hit hard by injuries. With key contributors like Robinson and Bush sidelined, the team will need to rely on depth and resilience to stay competitive. The return of Fulton and Tranquill is a step in the right direction, but the road to recovery for Kansas City’s wounded roster remains a critical focus.