The KC Star’s Terez Paylor reported shortly before free agency on Wednesday that KC Chiefs LB Dee Ford likely could not pass a physical right now. That was notable because his fifth-year option the Chiefs picked up for next season is guaranteed for injury only, meaning it’s guaranteed if he’s injured. So he’s coming back (as he probably should have anyway).
Chiefs GM Brett Veach commented on Ford’s progress Wednesday after back surgery a few months ago.
“Dee’s doing very well,” Veach said. “He had the back and I spoke to (Chiefs trainer) Rick (Burkholder) last week and I think he’s going to be 100 percent come April 1 so we should see him out there at OTAs.