Kansas City Chiefs
Branden Albert - #76 - T
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 6' 5"/ 316 lbs. |
| Birthday | 11/04/1984 |
| Birthplace | Rochester, NY |
| College | Virginia |
| Years played | 6 |
| Drafted | 2008, 1st round, 15th pick by Chiefs |
Chiefs sign LB Anderson, place LB Sheffield on I.R.
The Chiefs announced on Wednesday that they have signed veteran LB Charlie Anderson. The team also placed LB Cameron Sheffield on injured reserve.
Thum steps down as Chiefs president
The Chiefs announced Tuesday that Denny Thum has stepped down as president, effective immediately, after 36 years with the club.
Chiefs' 'D' looking light-years better under Crennel
After a year in which it struggled all season long, the Chiefs' defense looked like a different group Monday night.
Perhaps I picked the wrong sleeper in AFC West
I spent much of the offseason believing the Raiders might be the team to watch in the AFC West. After one week, I am starting to think it might be the Chiefs who will surprise.
Chiefs hold on for 21-14 win over Chargers
Jamaal Charles' 56-yard touchdown run and Dexter McCluster's team-record 94-yard punt return gave Kansas City a two-touchdown lead and the Chiefs held San Diego on four downs inside the 6-yard line in the final minute for a 21-14 victory ...
Chiefs' Johnson back in Haley's good graces
Derrick Johnson has won back his starting ILB job for the Chiefs after a season in Todd Haley's doghouse, according to our AFC West Whispers.
Chiefs awarded DT Toribio, cut WR-KR Lawrence
The Chiefs announced on Sunday that the club has been awarded ex-Packers DT Anthony Toribio via a waiver claim. The team also released WR-KR Quinten Lawrence.
Chiefs announce practice squad
The Chiefs announced on Sunday that the club has added eight players to its practice squad, including developmental QB Tyler Palko.
Patriots lose McGowan, trade for Page, White
New England acquired Chiefs S Jarrad Page in a trade after placing S Brandon McGowan on injured reserve Saturday. They also traded for Eagles LB Tracy White, giving up a 2012 draft choice.
Chiefs sign Page to RFA tender, cut seven
Restricted free-agent S Jarrad Page finally has signed his one-year tender, the Chiefs announced late Friday. The team has been given a roster exemption for him. Kansas City also released seven players.
Chiefs' McCluster shining on multiple fronts
One of the Chiefs' biggest concerns with 2010 second-round pick Dexter McCluster could be figuring out where not to play him.
Chiefs rookie Sheffield carted off field
Chiefs rookie LB Cameron Sheffield was carted off the field Friday night with a neck injury after a helmet-to-helmet hit with Eagles RB Mike Bell.
Searching for QB help next year?
PFW's Eric Edholm identifies the teams that are most likely to seek QB help before the 2011 season begins a year from now.
Lions' secondary becoming a primary concern
The Lions' best defensive back, FS Louis Delmas, has battled a groin injury and hasn't played much this preseason, one of several concerns the team has in the secondary.
Average value of NFL teams decreases
In Forbes magazine's annual ranking of NFL team values released Wednesday, the average value for NFL teams fell two percent.
PLAYER NEWS
Albert has signed his franchise tender.|||||||
The Chiefs announced that Albert signed his deal on Thursday, two weeks after placing the franchise tag on him. Albert will make $9.828 million if he plays under the one-year contract. That is no sure thing, though. The Chiefs have spoken to his representatives about a long-term contract, and it's also possible that Kansas City will trade Albert in the coming weeks.
Albert was active for Sunday's game against Oakland.|||||||
Albert's status was uncertain after a back injury flared up last Sunday against Cleveland.
Kansas City will be without left tackle Branden Albert against the NFL's best pass rush when they play Denver on Sunday.|||||||
Albert is inactive after sustaining a back injury in last week's loss to Cincinnati. Rookie Donald Stephenson starts in his place.
Chiefs wide receiver Dwayne Bowe left Sunday's game against Cincinnati with a neck injury and Albert left with a back injury, while Bengals cornerback Terence Newman was sidelined with a concussion.|||||||
Albert was hurt early in the third quarter, though it was unclear exactly how he was hurt. He lay flat on the field for several minutes before slowly walking off the field.
Albert missed the workout because of a personal matter.|||||||
Chiefs coach Romeo Crennel said he is expected back next week.
