The Kansas City Chiefs have officially released veteran defensive end Mike Danna, the team announced on Monday. The transaction was confirmed via a team statement and reported by Adam Schefter of ESPN.
Danna, who was originally selected by the Chiefs in the fifth round of the 2020 NFL Draft out of Michigan, has been a staple of the team’s defensive line rotation for the past four seasons. During his tenure in Kansas City, Danna appeared in 59 regular-season games, recording 128 total tackles and 17 sacks. He was a key contributor to the team's recent defensive efforts during their back-to-back Super Bowl championship runs.
The organization released a message alongside the announcement thanking Danna for his contributions to the franchise since joining the league. The move comes as the Chiefs continue to make adjustments to their active roster following the conclusion of the most recent season. As a released veteran, Danna is now free to negotiate and sign with any team across the league immediately.
The Chiefs have not yet announced a corresponding roster move to fill the vacancy left by Danna's departure. Further details regarding the team's defensive depth chart are expected to be addressed as the offseason progresses.
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