Kadarius Toney and Travis Kelce fight with Chiefs teammates during training camp practice.Kadarius Toney and Travis Kelce fight with Chiefs teammates. (Photo via KC Sports Network)
Kadarius Toney did not appreciate taking a huge hit in training camp.

After catching a pass from Patrick Mahomes, Toney made a couple of juke moves against the defense.

Just as the whistle was blown to stop the play, he received a huge hit from defensive end George Karlaftis.

Kadarius Toney hated everything about that huge hit as he got up and tossed the football at George Karlaftis.

That moment nearly led to a massive brawl, as the offense and defense came together to talk some trash but ultimately separated and continued practice. Even Travis Kelce got involved, getting in the face of George Karlaftis before shoving the Chiefs’ 2022 first-round pick.

After playing a pivotal role in winning the Super Bowl against the Philadelphia Eagles in February 2023, Toney had a disappointing 2024 season.

The talented but often-injured wideout had a serious fumble problem last year, which decreased his role in the offense.

Kadarious Toney had just 27 catches and 169 yards last year, per ESPN.

He was kept off the field for the entire Chiefs’ postseason run and was named a healthy scratch for the team’s Super Bowl victory over the San Francisco 49ers in February.

The Chiefs reportedly declined the fifth-year option on Toney’s rookie contract, meaning he will become a free agent following the 2024 season.

Toney was traded to the Kansas City Chiefs in the middle of the 2022 season from the New York Giants in exchange for a 3rd and 6th Round pick.

 

Kansas City Chiefs Reveal Potential New Role for Kadarius Toney

Kansas City Chiefs coach Andy Reid revealed this week that Kadarius Toney has been receiving running back snaps at the start of training camp this offseason.

He further noted that Toney had “some pretty good snaps” at the position last year and “enjoys” playing that role.

“I think that one of his strengths is to be able to move him around,” Reid said. “He had some positive snaps for us at running back last year and so I think he enjoys doing that. He’s pretty multi-faceted there with what he can do, and we’re going to try and utilize it to the best of his ability.”

VIDEO: Wide Receiver Kadarius Toney Spotted Practicing At An Entirely New Position During Chiefs Training Camp

Kadarius Toney at practice with Chiefs players

Kadarius Toney at practice with Chiefs players (Photo via ByPJGreen/Twitter)
Throughout his three-year NFL career, Kadarius Toney has been known as a player who will drop passes and often times be injured.

In year two of his career, the New York Giants traded him to the Kansas City Chiefs.

Since arriving in Kansas City, Toney has continued to struggle with injuries and dropping timely catches.

The Chiefs had high hopes for Kadarius Toney heading into the 2023 season, but he would drop a huge potential catch in the season-opening loss to the Lions, and it proved to be a sign of things to come.

It appears the team has other things in mind for him.

Toney, who was inactive for the last seven games of the season, is now working on running back drills in early practices at the Chiefs training camp, along with taking reps at wide receiver.

Head coach Andy Reid added nothing of substance when asked about the situation, stating, “He worked today,” Reid said via SI.com. “He did a good job when he was in there, and we’ll see. Just like the other guys, he’s out there competing. We’ll see how he does.”

According to Pro Football Focus, this isn’t the biggest shock to Kadarius Toney, as he has lined up in the backfield 25 times during his NFL career.

Before the NFL, he lined up as either a running back or as an option quarterback 67 times during his four-year collegiate career.

As of right now, he currently has 21 carries for 119 yards and a touchdown in the NFL. If it stops him from dropping passes, then this may be his future.

Kadarius Toney Desperately Needs A Good Showing During 2024 Season

Kadarius Toney is slowly starting to lose playing time in this league, especially with the Chiefs, who are trying to win a third-straight Super Bowl.

Tonye was inactive for seven games in 2023, and now that more talent is on the team, his playing time could diminish even further.

Showing he is reliable with his hands is the first thing he needs to do.

Otherwise, he will be on the outside looking in.