Kemp reverted to the Chiefs' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.
Analysis: Kemp was elevated from Kansas City's practice squad for the third time in four games, though he once again failed to record an offensive statistic. The 27-year-old wideout also continued to primarily play on special teams, as 17 of his 21 snaps came in this phase Week 11. Kemp will now require a full spot on the active roster in order to suit for the Chiefs again this season.
Nov 21, 2022 8:53 PM EST
The Chiefs elevated Kemp from their practice squad Saturday for Sunday's matchup against the Chargers, Field Yates of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Kemp will be active for the third time this season. He's yet to see a target across six offensive snaps, but he may see an increased role with JuJu Smith-Schuster (concussion) out and Mecole Hardman (abdomen) on IR.
Nov 19, 2022 4:13 PM EST
Kemp was reverted to the Chiefs' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.
Analysis: Kemp was elevated for Sunday's Week 9 win over Tennessee but didn't log any snaps on offense. He did see 24 special-teams snaps, making one solo tackle and one assisted tackle on punt coverage. It was Kemp's second activation of the campaign.
Nov 7, 2022 4:11 PM EST
Kemp was elevated to the Chiefs active roster from the practice squad Saturday, Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com reports.
Analysis: Kemp's bump up from the practice squad for Sunday's matchup with the Titans will give the team seven receivers on the active roster. This move may seem to contradict the expectations that Kadarius Toney will play, but he's fully expected to be ready to go for the contest.
Nov 6, 2022 8:05 AM EST
Kemp reverted to the Chiefs' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.
Analysis: Kemp was elevated ahead of Sunday's 44-23 win over San Francisco for the first time since joining Kansas City's practice squad Oct. 3. However, the 6-foot-4 wideout played just six of his team's 64 offensive snaps and made his biggest impact on special teams, recording two tackles on kickoff coverage. Kemp is now eligible for two more activations on game day with the Chiefs this season.
Oct 24, 2022 4:40 PM EST
Kemp was elevated from the Chiefs' practice squad to the active roster Saturday.
Analysis: Kemp spent training camp with the Giants but was released with an injury settlement after suffering a hamstring injury. He found a new role on the Kansas City practice squad on Oct. 3 and has a chance to be active for the first time this season. Kemp will remain buried among the team's wide receiver corps.
Oct 22, 2022 7:52 PM EST
Kemp (hamstring) signed to the Chiefs' practice squad Monday, Field Yates of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Kemp joined the Giants this past offseason after spending all or parts of the last five years with the Chiefs. The 27-year-old suffered a hamstring injury in training camp, which led to a placement on the Giants' IR, however, he ultimately reached an injury settlement with the team to become a free agent. Now healthy, Kemp joins the Cheifs' practice squad, where he'll work to earn a chance to be on the team's active roster.
Oct 3, 2022 4:21 PM EST
The Giants released Kemp (hamstring) from IR with an injury settlement Tuesday, Doug Kyed of Pro Football Focus reports.
Analysis: Kemp can now sign with a club this season, once he's returned to full health as per the terms of his injury settlement. The veteran wideout has proven an ability to contribute on special teams and has 43 career appearances under his belt.
Aug 31, 2022 5:53 AM EST
The Giants placed Kemp (undisclosed) on injured reserve Wednesday, Dan Benton of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: The extent of the injury remains unclear, but barring an injury settlement, Kemp's season is now over. The 27-year-old wideout has played in 43 games for the Chiefs and one for the Dolphins since entering the league in 2017, but he's caught just four passes for 42 yards.
Aug 24, 2022 2:34 PM EST
Kemp signed a contract with the Giants on Tuesday, Michael Eisen of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: Kemp has played in 43 games for the Chiefs and one for the Dolphins since entering the league in 2017. Primarily contributing on special teams, Kemp has recorded four catches for 42 yards in four NFL seasons.
Jul 26, 2022 5:42 PM EST
Kemp finished out the 2021 regular season with two catches for 24 yards on five targets.
Analysis: Kemp only played 72 offensive snaps all season compared to 311 on special teams. He's still buried on the depth chart heading into the playoffs and doesn't figure to contribute unless things get bad in terms of wide receiver absences. Kemp will be a restricted free agent in the offseason, so there is a decent chance he will be back in Kansas City next year.
Jan 14, 2022 2:44 PM EST
Kemp has been activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday, according to Aaron Wilson of Sportstalk 790 Houston.
Analysis: While this move certainly boosts Kansas City's receiving corps in terms of depth, Kemp is not expected to play a big role offensively. He's registered just two catches all season long and has played most of his snaps on special teams.
Nov 29, 2021 3:19 PM EST
Kemp was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Thursday, Herbie Teope of the Kansas City Star reports.
Analysis: Kemp will need to clear the league's COVID-19 protocols quickly in order to suit up Sunday against the Cowboys. If he misses game action, Kemp's absence will be felt on special teams, but the offense won't miss a beat, as he's registered just two catches all season.
Nov 18, 2021 10:26 AM EST
Kemp was re-signed by Kansas City on Wednesday, Adam Teicher of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Kemp was cut by the Chiefs on Tuesday, but he'll return to the team after Tyrann Mathieu (undisclosed) was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday. The 26-year-old receiver appeared in 11 games with the Chiefs and Dolphins last year and hauled in his lone target for 11 yards.
Sep 1, 2021 4:51 PM EST
Kemp was cut by the Chiefs on Tuesday.
Analysis: Kemp appeared in 10 games for the Chiefs last season and inked a contract extension in March, but he was unable to retain his spot on the initial 53-man roster. The 26-year-old has two catches for 18 yards in 28 career games since going undrafted out of Hawaii in 2017.
Aug 31, 2021 2:12 PM EST
Kemp signed a contract extension with the Chiefs on Tuesday, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Analysis: Kemp played in 11 regular-season games -- 10 with the Chiefs -- in 2020, catching just one pass for an 11-yard gain. The 25-year-old also played in the final two postseason contests but logged just four offensive snaps. Kemp will be on the roster bubble heading into training camp.
Mar 9, 2021 2:31 PM EST
Kemp reverted back to Kansas City's practice squad Monday, per the NFL's official transaction log.
Analysis: Kemp was brought up to the active roster for the Super Bowl but failed to record a catch. He'll finish the season with one grab for 11 yards on one target.
Feb 8, 2021 7:06 PM EST
Kemp was elevated to the active roster ahead of Sunday's Super Bowl matchup against the Buccaneers.
Analysis: Kemp saw four snaps against the Bills in the conference championships but has otherwise been a special teams player for the Chiefs throughout much of the regular season.
Feb 6, 2021 10:25 AM EST
Kemp reverted to Kansas City's practice squad Monday, per the NFL's official transaction log.
Analysis: Kemp was brought up to the Chiefs' active roster for Sunday's AFC Championship Game against Buffalo. He was on the field for four offensive snaps and 17 special teams snaps, recovering an onside kick in the fourth quarter that helped seal the victory.
Jan 25, 2021 10:08 PM EST
The Chiefs elevated Kemp to the active roster Saturday.
Analysis: Kemp didn't play in last week's divisional-round win over the Browns, but he could gear up for the AFC Championship Game against the Bills. During the regular season, Kemp recorded one reception for an 11-yard gain over 10 games.
Jan 23, 2021 2:38 PM EST
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