NFL Rumors: Frank Clark to Chiefs Seen as 'Most Likely Scenario' After Broncos Exit

Free agent pass-rusher Frank Clark is most likely to sign with the Kansas City Chiefs after he was released by the Denver Broncos on Friday morning, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.

Clark played in just two games for Denver after the Broncos signed him to a one-year, $7.5 million deal this past offseason.

He previously spent four seasons with the Chiefs from 2019-2022, starting on two Super Bowl-winning teams.

Clark has accumulated 265 tackles throughout his career while making the Pro Bowl three separate times. His 58.5 sacks ranks as the 20th most among all active players.

However, he failed to record one in either of his appearances for Denver this year. Pro Football Focus has currently given Clark a 45.7 grade for his brief stint with the Broncos, which would be the worst mark of his career over a full season.

Denver has started to tear down its roster after a rocky 1-5 start, including a demoralizing 19-8 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs on Thursday Night Football. Fellow pass-rusher Randy Gregory was dealt to the San Francisco 49ers on Oct. 6 as the Broncos attempt to recoup some draft capital after the Russell Wilson trade in 2022.

Clark will be among familiar faces if he were to return to Kansas City, including former teammate Chris Jones. Despite sitting out in Week 1 due to a contract dispute, Jones has recorded 5.5 sacks in 5 games. The First-Team All-Pro defensive tackle should command double teams every game, making life easier for Clark on the outside.

Kansas City is currently in the driver's seat of the AFC West with a 5-1 record. If Clark were to be picked up by the Chiefs, his first opportunity to play would come on Oct. 22 against the Los Angeles Chargers.