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Chiefs RB Clyde Edwards-Helaire shares Brett Veach story, preparing for game return

Kansas City #Chiefs running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire shares Brett Veach story, preparing for game return | @EdEastonJr

The return of Clyde Edwards-Heaire to the Kansas City Chiefs is eagerly anticipated as he continues to work through PTSD. During a recent appearance on ‘The Pivot‘ podcast, the former Chiefs first-round pick described his preparation for returning to game action, helping the defense during practice and uplifting conversation with general manager Brett Veach.

“I’ve been doing everything that I that I can. I’ve been in every meeting and at every practice since I’ve been, you know, let off NFI,” Edwards-Helaire explained. “I was talking to (Brett) Veach, and he was like, Man, even though you’re not out there, you are on our 53. No other team would do that in the league. No other team would do that. Like man, I know what you bring.”

Since being taken off the NFI list, the former LSU star has been listed as inactive. The Chiefs’ running backs room continues to be led by Kareem Hunt while starter Isiah Pacheco recovers from injury.

“I think I’m showing everything that I need to do, like I’ve been on service, you know, P-Squad (Practice Squad), servicing the starters on our defense, making sure they good every week,” said Edwards-Helaire. “That’s a proud moment for me because I feel like our defense ain’t been letting up on anybody. So I’m like, I’m doing the things that I need to do for our team to be successful as much as I can in this spot.”

Last season, Edwards-Helaire started three of the 15 games he played, tallying 223 yards rushing and 188 yards receiving. He had one touchdown as a runner and another as a receiver.

“As soon as they flick that two or five light, for me to get on with the ones and be able to be out there and showcase with our guys who’ve been rolling,” said Edwards-Helaire, “they going to get Clyde, full-blown I mean, and I think the biggest thing was me, was just finding peace within myself and I think I found it.”

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Edwards-Helaire will eventually rejoin a productive running back room on the active game roster. Kansas City has been one of the best-rushing teams in the league this season.

Chiefs RB Clyde Edwards-Helaire opens up about friendship with Travis Kelce: ‘Look at him as a big brother’

Kansas City #Chiefs RB Clyde Edwards-Helaire opens up about friendship with Travis Kelce: ‘Look at him as a big brother’ | @EdEastonJr

Kansas City Chiefs running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire has opened up recently about his ongoing battle with PTSD. During his appearance on the ‘The Pivot‘ podcast, he addressed his progress and revealed a teammate who has helped him through issues.

“Travis (Kelce) is real heartfelt, probably not the most religious person, but he’s going to speak whatever he feels at the time. The amount of time that I was spending with Travis, bro, was unreal. I really look at him as a big brother, and I needed somebody to lean on.” said Edwards-Helaire. “My first year in the league was the COVID year, which literally kept us isolated from each other. But the only person that’ll do those things reach out and make sure I’m good, text me on random days was Travis, like, bro, you good? Like he was the only one. He’ll notice when I’m kind of jacked up in the morning in meetings and all this other stuff, real, aware of his surroundings.”

Over the years, Travis Kelce has been praised by many teammates for his generous nature behind the scenes. Edwards-Helaire revealed his continued effort to help him through the progress.

“I felt comfortable with him. I could talk to him,” said Edwards-Helaire. “He’ll tell me whatever he is, not necessarily swinging my mind one way or another, but it was somebody I could vent to, and it didn’t get any better than that, bro, like, we wouldn’t necessarily get to the details of everything, he knew the story. Everybody knew that’s just what it is. But the way Travis and I would talk was more heartfelt than anything.”

Edwards-Helaire has been involved in two Super Bowl championships with the Chiefs and says he views Kelce as a best friend on the team.

“I’ve been in with the Chiefs five years, and probably, been my best friend since I walked in the door; he called me GBC, ‘Good Brother Clyde.’ Got nicknames and everything, and that was another thing, like bro, out of all things, that’s his nickname for me, Clyde, make sure everybody good. It doesn’t matter the situation. Don’t worry about it. Call ‘Good Brother Clyde,’ he’ll get you right.” said Edwards-Helaire. “That kind of resonated with me, not only him knowing and seeing that Clyde was going to make sure everybody was good, but to his aspect of being a team leader and being that dude that kind of everybody looks up to; it was different when he was looking out for me. I think that’s what made our friendship and brotherhood just unbreakable.”

This is a positive peak behind the scenes of the Chiefs’ relationship dynamics, as they have grown more profound than just teammates. Their strong bond has led to much success on the football field in recent years.

Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes played a role in a 2020 NFL Draft selection

Kansas City #Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes played a role in 2020 NFL Draft selection of Clyde Edwards-Helaire | @EdEastonJr

The Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl teams have included numerous players drafted by the franchise. General manager Brett Veach decided on the homegrown talent, but the star quarterback also provided heavy input.

Chiefs running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire appeared as a guest on ‘The Pivot‘ podcast. He discussed his battle with PTSD and revealed his thoughts on being drafted by the Chiefs during the 2020 NFL Draft, per Patrick Mahomes’ suggestion.

“I’ve literally won a championship on every level that you can win on. I don’t want to say it’s nothing else that, I’m saying nothing else that can be done, but it’s like being able to hit those benchmarks and not only do that but still feel like there’s so much more else that I can do,” said Edwards-Helaire. “If it wasn’t for Pat (Patrick Mahomes) saying, Yeah, give me 22 from LSU, if it wasn’t for that, I don’t know how that void will be filled. I think it’ll just be me spreading myself as thin as possible to kind of fill those voids to make sure everything else is good around me.”

Edwards-Helaire began his career with the Chiefs as the starter before transitioning to becoming a trusted third-down running back. He continued a tradition of winning on the field to Kansas City during his tenure.

Clyde Edwards-Helaire discusses PTSD after shooting incident in 2018

Clyde Edwards-Helaire of the Chiefs disusses suffering PTSD after a frightening shooting incident

Clyde Edwards-Helaire was on the Pivot Podcast, which is hosted by Fred  Taylor, Channing Crowder, and Ryan Clark. He spoke in detail of suffering PTSD since a shooting incident in 2018.

The incident saw Edwards-Helaire shoot and kill Kobe Johnson, 18, who was trying to rip off his friend Jared Small in what was supposed to be a sale of a PlayStation.

Despite the shooting being described as “totally justifiable” it has left an incredible impression on the life of the Chiefs RB.

Edwards-Helaire discusses the therapy and correct medicines to help him handle the PTSD that caused him incredible distress and stress from the incident.

The running back speaks extensively about how the police put him in a squad car and questioned him at the precinct.

“I’m a living testament of a guy with PTSD who’s been on the ledge, and I haven’t let that stop me not only helping others, but getting to that point where I can help myself,” Edwards-Helaire said.

The details of the event and how the trauma has impacted Edwards-Helaire are startling as his the story of his journey to recovering his mental health.

Chiefs RB Kareem Hunt receives praise from coaches: ‘Comfortable with him carrying the ball’

Kansas City #Chiefs RB Kareem Hunt receives praise from coaches: ‘Comfortable with him carrying the ball’ | @EdEastonJr

Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid spoke to the media on Monday for his first Zoom press conference since the bye week. He expressed his appreciation for the immediate impact of Kareem Hunt’s return to the Chiefs offense.

“I mentioned before that he (Kareem Hunt) came back in pretty good shape other than not having played football, and that’s held true to this point. He’s been able to do a good job in practice when he was on the scout team,” said Reid. “Then, he worked through that (and) he was able to get in the game. We started him off relatively slow and then increased it, and he was able to handle both of those things. We’ll just see how the game goes, but I feel comfortable with him carrying the ball. We had (Carson) Steele backing him up there (and) he had a few carries that were productive, so we’re in pretty good shape there.”

Hunt gave the team an impressive performance in the Week 5 victory over the New Orleans Saints. The 29-year-old carried the ball 27 times in his first start of the season, tallying 102 yards; Reid mentioned the possibility of a returning Clyde Edwards-Helaire this week to help with a share of the workload.

“He’ll (Clyde Edwards-Helaire) be back in tomorrow. We’ll be able to talk to him then,” said Reid. “I haven’t had the chance to talk to him here, so I want to just get with him first before I put anything out there publicly. We’re awful glad to have him here.”

Edwards-Helaire hasn’t played this season as he continues to deal with PTSD, and the Chiefs are remaining patient and more focused on his mental health above everything else.

Veteran Chiefs running back listed as ‘Doubtful’ for Week 5 game vs. Saints

Kansas City #Chiefs running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire listed as ‘Doubtful’ for Week 5 game vs. New Orleans #Saints | @EdEastonJr

The Kansas City Chiefs have few players dealing with playable injuries while practicing this week ahead of Monday Night Football.

Chiefs head coach Andy Reid addressed the media on Saturday to reveal the final injury report before Monday night’s game against the New Orleans Saints.

“Clyde (Edwards-Helaire) will be listed as doubtful but had a good week of practice; good to get back in the swing of things,” said Reid. “Mecole (Hardman) practiced today. I mentioned that, (he’s) questionable. Mike Danna did practice today, he did good.”

“Look forward to the opportunity to play the Saints. They have a good football team and are well-coached. Our guys had a good week of practice, and I look forward to bringing them in here to GEH Field at Arrowhead Stadium. So (it) should be a heck of an atmosphere and a great game.”

The listed improvement of defensive lineman Mike Danna after missing last week’s game with a calf injury is a welcome site before Monday. The Saints have already announced multiple players as OUT due to various injuries, including Taysom Hill, Willie Gay, Cesar Ruiz, Shane Lemieux, and Payton Turner.

Chiefs OC Matt Nagy evaluates Kareem Hunt’s performance in Week 4: ‘He runs violent’

Kansas City #Chiefs offensive coordinator Matt Nagy evaluates Kareem Hunt’s performance in Week 4: ‘He runs violent’

The Kansas City Chiefs running back position will be closely watched throughout the season as they seek consistency following the injury to starter Isiah Pacheco.

Chiefs offensive coordinator Matt Nagy spoke to reporters on Friday about running back Kareem Hunt’s regular-season debut and fit in the offense.

“It was really neat. He’s so violent, he’s physical. He had a great attitude throughout.” said Nagy. “He had, however many, what I think he had, 16 or 17 carries and a few touches in the pass game. That’s who he is, and we weren’t really sure going into it how many (he’d) get. But he runs violent. He runs hard, and it makes it nice when you’re doing that.”

Hunt didn’t seem to miss a beat production-wise after spending five seasons with the Cleveland Browns and not playing in the first three weeks of the season. He finished last Sunday’s game with 69 yards on 14 carries, averaging 4.9 yards per rush.

Hunt could be the temporary starter moving forward because of his experience and rookie Carson Steele’s fumbling issues. Clyde Edwards-Helaire was recently elevated from the NFI list but will need some time to get reacclimated with the team.

Chiefs HC Andy Reid discusses the elevation of Clyde Edwards-Helaire from NFI list

Kansas City #Chiefs head coach Andy Reid discusses the elevation of Clyde Edwards-Helaire from NFI list | @EdEastonJr

The Kansas City Chiefs could have another offensive weapon returning to the lineup very soon as the team prepares the roster ahead of Week 5’s matchup with the New Orleans Saints.

Chiefs head coach Andy Reid addressed the media on Thursday, explaining the elevation of running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire, who started the season on the NFI list because of his ongoing battle with PTSD.

“Clyde (Edwards-Helaire), you saw was elevated. He’s got a 21-day window,” said Reid. “We’ll just get him back into the swing of things here and see how he does and how he goes forward here the next couple of days.”

The NFL’s non-football injury list is a roster designation for players injured outside of NFL activities. Players can be placed on the NFI list for injuries sustained during personal workouts, accidents, or from pre-existing conditions. The 21-day window will be utilized to get Edwards-Helaire back up to speed and fit into a role on the offense.

“Yeah, so we’ll practice them today with the scout team, give them some reps there, and let him just kind of get back in the swing of things,” said Reid. “He’s in good shape. He’s been working out, so just get him back in the football part.”

Edwards-Helaire will join a crowded backfield featuring rookie Carson Steele and veterans Kareem Hunt and Samaje Perine. Isiah Pacheco continues to recover from injury and may not be available until the end of the season.

Chiefs OC Matt Nagy comments on Clyde Edwards-Helaire: ‘We want the best for him’

Kansas City #Chiefs OC Matt Nagy comments on Clyde Edwards-Helaire: ‘We want the best for him’ | @EdEastonJr

On Monday, the Kansas City Chiefs placed running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire on the reserve/non-football illness list, effectively ruling him out for the first four weeks of the season.

Chiefs offensive coordinator Matt Nagy addressed the roster move later during his press conference after practice.

“It’s for me; how I look at it is just from the personal side. We all have different things that we go through and Clyde (Edwards-Helaire) is such a special person. He’s a great human being.” said Nagy. “I think, number one, everybody in this building wants to make sure that Clyde is good on that side and that he’s happy and enjoying everything that he does because when he’s when he’s in the building, he’s phenomenal. So that’s number one, and then the other stuff all takes care of itself.”

Last month, Edwards-Helaire opened up about his ongoing battle with PTSD and its effect on his everyday life aside from football. He receives treatment and support at the team facility, as his teammates and the coaching staff understand the situation.

“Just being with him today and seeing him, he’s in a good spot,” said Nagy. So we want the best for him. He’s a great person, and I’m sure that’s what will happen.”

The Chiefs will likely turn to recently signed veteran running back Samaje Perine to backup Isiah Pacheco until Edwards-Helaire is ready.

Chiefs RB Clyde Edwards-Helaire placed on non-football illness list

Clyde Edwards-Helaire will miss at least four weeks of the regular season after the #Chiefs placed him on the non-football illness list.

According to a report by ESPN’s Field Yates, the Kansas City Chiefs have placed backup running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire on the reserve/non-football illness list.

Edwards-Helaire, who was drafted by the Chiefs in 2020 after a stellar college career at LSU, has helped them win back-to-back Super Bowls in 2022 and 2023. Despite losing his starting spot in Andy Reid’s offense to running back Isiah Pacheco, the former CFP National Champion has provided much-needed depth in Kansas City’s backfield, and figures to play a role for the Chiefs this season when he returns.

Despite the temporary loss of the fourth-year veteran, Kansas City’s ground game is still expected to be productive with breakout rookie Carson Steele, and former Cincinnati Bengal Samaje Perine backing up Pacheco.

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Edwards-Helaire is expected to be out for at least the first four games of the regular season. Though this loss is significant, the Chiefs’ deep running back room is expected to step up in his absence.