NFL analysts believe the Kansas City Chiefs have already determined the future of wide receiver Rashee Rice following the team's acquisition of Josh Downs in a trade. Rice, who wears number 4 for the Chiefs, has been the subject of speculation regarding his role with the franchise.
According to analysis from Pro Football Network, the move to bring in Downs signals that Kansas City's front office has made a definitive decision about Rice's place on the roster. The analysts' assessment suggests the Chiefs' direction at the wide receiver position is now clear following the transaction.
Rice warmed up prior to a recent game against the New York Jets at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium, but his long-term status with the organization appears to have been resolved by the front office's latest personnel move.
