Chiefs can address expected linebacker departures in free agency

A look at three replacement options at the linebacker position for the Kansas City Chiefs in free agency.

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Saints SAM A.J. Klein

Klein has been one of the most underrated pieces on for the Saints over the past two seasons. During that time he racked up 137 total tackles, 12 tackles for loss, 4.5 sacks, one forced fumbles, three fumbles recoveries, two interceptions and five passes defended. He can do a bit of everything, so it seems.

The 2019 season saw a bit of a down year for Klein as he’s dealt with a nagging knee injury. That could make him a bit more affordable on the open market. He has experience playing at all three linebacker spots in a 4-3 defense, however, in 2019 he played the SAM linebacker spot for the Saints. Don’t doubt that his versatility will make him more appealing for Kansas City.