Chiefs Release Kicker Matthew Wright

The Kansas City Chiefs have released kicker Matthew Wright as Harrison Butker is set to return from injured reserve for the Week 15 matchup against the Cleveland Browns. Wright, who recently earned NFL Special Teams Player of the Week honors for his game-winning field goal against the Los Angeles Chargers, was let go despite a strong performance, hitting 8 of 9 field goal attempts in his two games with the team. Butker, recovering from knee surgery, is expected to take over the kicking duties this week. The swift decision to release Wright highlights the competitive nature of the NFL, as he was cut just days after receiving accolades. With Butker's return, the Chiefs aim to solidify their kicking game as they approach crucial games in the season.