Chiefs Add Gardner Minshew and Bailey Zappe to Quarterback Roster
Kansas City signs Gardner Minshew and re-signs Bailey Zappe to compete for backup roles behind Patrick Mahomes.
- The Kansas City Chiefs have signed Gardner Minshew to a one-year deal, replacing Carson Wentz as Patrick Mahomes' backup quarterback.
- Bailey Zappe has also rejoined the Chiefs on a one-year contract after spending part of the 2024 season on the team's practice squad.
- Minshew, a former Pro Bowler, struggled in 2024 with the Raiders, posting a 2-7 record as a starter before a collarbone injury ended his season.
- Zappe, who briefly played for the Cleveland Browns in 2024, started one game and has prior experience with the New England Patriots.
- The Chiefs aim to solidify their quarterback depth, with both Minshew and Zappe expected to compete for the QB2 role behind Mahomes.
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