Kansas City Chiefs
Dexter McCluster - #22 - WR
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 5' 8"/ 170 lbs. |
| Birthday | 08/25/1988 |
| Birthplace | Largo, FL |
| College | Mississippi |
| Years played | 4 |
| Drafted | 2010, 2nd round, 4th pick by Chiefs |
2012 STATS
| Rec | Yds | TD |
|---|---|---|
| 52 | 452 | 1 |
Baldwin, Albert missing from Chiefs practice
Jonathan Baldwin was absent from Chiefs practice Friday because of an illness, and Brandon Albert missed the workout because of a personal matter.
Chiefs don't envision drop-off from Carr to Routt
The Chiefs lost CB Brandon Carr in free agency and replaced him with Stanford Routt, a move the team believes helps it overall.
AFC West players in the crosshairs
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Bowe and Chiefs both have valid arguments
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Chiefs sign second-rounder Allen
The Chiefs signed second-round OL Jeff Allen and fifth-round CB DeQuan Menzie on Wednesday.
Rams add LB Haggan, OT Richardson
The Rams signed veteran free agents LB Mario Haggan and OT Barry Richardson, the team announced Tuesday.
Chiefs sign DE Pitoitua
The Chiefs have signed free-agent DL Ropati Pitoitua. He is expected to play defensive end in Kansas City.
Three factors determine risers, sliders in 2012 standings
It’s time to think about who will win and lose in the 2012 season, and you might want to consider these factors when determining the order of finish.
Pressure rises in AFC West
The four QBs in the AFC West — Peyton Manning, Philip Rivers, Carson Palmer and Matt Cassel — have a lot to prove this season.
Chiefs opt to not add to LB corps
By adressing other needs and not adding any linebackers, the Chiefs are banking on Jovan Belcher and Justin Houston taking the next step.
Chiefs roll the dice on Poe
NT Dontari Poe is a boom-or-bust pick, but a risk worth taking for the Chiefs.
Jackson agrees to pay cut to stay with Chiefs
Chiefs DL Tyson Jackson agreed to restructure his contract, cutting his salary from $8 million in 2012 to $4.25 million.
Report: Several teams contact Browns about No. 4 pick
Several teams have contacted the Browns about their fourth overall pick in the draft, The (Cleveland) Plain Dealer reported Friday night.
Chiefs may go with QB early in draft
With a new offensive system, the Chiefs may be looking to draft a young quarterback to build around for the long term.
PLAYER NEWS
McCluster has left Sunday's game against the Denver Broncos to be evaluated for a head and neck injury. The Chiefs said his return was questionable.|||||||
It was unclear when McCluster was hurt, but the injury was announced at the beginning of the second half. McCluster had been active over the first 30 minutes, running twice for 23 yards and catching a game-high four passes for 21 yards.
McCluster has left Sunday's game against the New Orleans Saints after being injured in the third quarter.|||||||
McCluster hurt his shoulder, which had been bothering him during the week, leaving his status as questionable coming into the game. His injury occurred when fell after making a short catch, letting the ball go moments before he would have been touched down by cornerback Jabari Greer. Officials initially ruled McCluster down, but the call was changed on replay review to a fumble recovered by New Orleans.
McCluster rushed 12 times for 61 yards and a score as the Kansas City Chiefs beat the Broncos 7-3 on Sunday.|||||||
McCluster added three receptions for 25 yards. He gained a career-high 516 yards on the ground with a 4.5 average.
McCluster had five receptions for 89 yards and three rushes for 15 in Saturday's 16-13 OT loss to Oakland.|||||||
McCluster put up some unimportant numbers in a losing cause.
McCluster carried nine times for 45 yards on Sunday in a 20-17 loss at San Diego.|||||||
McCluster also added a team-high five catches for 17 yards.
