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Chiefs' Elevate Fascinating Rookie OL Esa Pole
- Chiefs elevate Esa Pole from the practice squad, signaling a likely NFL debut on Thanksgiving against the Cowboys.
- Pole is a 6-7, 319-pound tackle who never played high school football, underscoring his unusual journey to the NFL.
- Edwards returns to the Chiefs after signing a one-year contract in April, bringing veteran experience to special teams and coverage.
- Pole’s path included Stints at Chabot Community College and Washington State before joining the Chiefs.
- Pole previously joined the Jets via waivers before his stint with the Chiefs, illustrating a fluctuating early career.
- Edwards previously won a Super Bowl with the Buccaneers in 2020 and played against the Chiefs in the Super Bowl LVIII.
- NFL rules allow practice-squad players up to three standard gameday elevations before roster decisions are required.
- The Chiefs’ moves come ahead of Thanksgiving, with Pole potentially active for the Dallas game.
- Edwards’ versatility on special teams and coverage is valued as Chris Roland-Wallace deals with a back ailment.
- The Chiefs aim to strengthen depth on both the offensive line and the secondary amid the season’s progress.
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