Chiefs Surprise Fans by Signing Two Unknown Minicamp Tryout Players – Could These Underdogs Be the Next Big Stars?

Kansas City’s mandatory minicamp brought a fresh wave of hopefuls sprinting onto the field—four tryout players vying for their shot, and by the end of the grind, two snagged spots on the offseason roster. Joey Lombard, a battle-tested center from South Dakota with 48 starts under his belt and a shiny second-team All-America badge from this year, is one of them. Then there’s Geor’Quarius Spivey, a tight end who’s no stranger to the Chiefs’ drills, having caught a pass in the preseason and spent spring sharpening his skills with the Houston Roughnecks in the UFL. While Lombard shared his contract news via social media, the Chiefs’ lineup also saw offensive tackle Ricky Lee and wide receiver Tanner Knue put through their paces. This shakeup speaks volumes about the relentless drive and grit propelling Kansas City’s roster decisions this offseason — a real testament to the grind it takes to make it in the NFL. LEARN MORE

The Chiefs hosted four tryout players at their mandatory minicamp, and they have signed two.Offensive tackle Ricky Lee and wide receiver Tanner Knue were the other tryout players for the Chiefs this week.Lombard announced his signing on social media.Spivey signed with the Chiefs in 2024 during training camp and caught one pass for 7 yards in the preseason. He did not make the roster. Center Joey Lombard and tight end Geor’Quarius Spivey are joining the offseason roster, Charles Goldman of AtoZ Sports reports.

He spent this spring playing in the UFL for the Houston Roughnecks and caught seven passes for 65 yards.Lombard was one of the 60 tryout players at the team’s rookie minicamp in May. He also tried out for the Saints at their rookie minicamp.He started 48 games at South Dakota, playing center and left guard in his time in Vermillion. Lombard earned second-team All-America honors in 2024.