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Mitchell Schwartz: Officially retires
Mitchell Schwartz announced his retirement Thursday via his personal Twitter account.Schwartz's decision comes after he sat out the entire 2021 season while recovering from back surgery. The 33-year-old offensive tackle suggested in his post that his back has responded well to rehab, though he's opting to preserve his long-term health by walking away from the sport. A four-time All-Pro selection, Schwartz began his career in 2012 as a second-round pick with the Browns and then joined the Chiefs ahead of the 2016 season before being released following Kansas City's loss to Tampa Bay in Super Bowl LV.
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Mitchell Schwartz: Cut loose by KC
The Chiefs are releasing Mitchell Schwartz (back) on Thursday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.The team is also releasing left tackle Eric Fisher, who suffered an Achilles' tear during the playoffs. Schwartz, the Chiefs' right tackle, had already been on the shelf for a long time at that point, with a back injury shutting him down after Week 6 and ultimately requiring disk surgery in February. The 2012 second-round pick should find a market in free agency, considering he was a 16-game starter in each of his first eight NFL seasons. Chiefs GM Brett Veach said Schwartz should be ready for training camp, per James Palmer of NFL Network.
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Chiefs' Mitchell Schwartz: On track for training camp
Mitchell Schwartz (back) is expected to be healthy enough to participate in the start of training camp, James Palmer of NFL Network reports.Schwartz underwent a disk surgery in his back late February, but it looks like his expected recovery timetable won't keep him sidelined too long. Fellow starting tackle Eric Fisher (Achilles) isn't expected to be ready for practice until mid-August, however. The 2021 season will mark the final one of Schwartz's deal with the Kansas City Chiefs.
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Chiefs' Mitchell Schwartz: Opts for back surgery
Mitchell Schwartz announced via his personal Twitter account that he underwent back surgery Wednesday.Schwartz last played Week 6, but he held off on surgery with the hope of returning for the Kansas City Chiefs' playoff run. While he never made it back on the field, Schwartz said he'll be healthy for 2021, noting that the recovery process from his surgery isn't too bad. He's under contract with the Chiefs through 2021 -- his age-32 season -- with a reasonable cap hit of $9.85 million. Schwartz was a 16-game starter in each of his eight NFL seasons prior to 2020, primarily playing right tackle.
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Chiefs' Mitchell Schwartz: Unlikely for Super Bowl LV
Coach Andy Reid said Monday that he's "not optimistic" Mitchell Schwartz (back) will be available for Super Bowl LV against the Buccaneers on Sunday, Feb. 7, Nate Taylor of The Athletic reports.Schwartz landed on IR due to a back injury mid-November, and he still has yet to be designated for even a return to practice. With Eric Fisher having just suffered a torn Achilles, it would be a huge boost for Kansas City to get the All-Pro right tackle back, but it doesn't look like Schwartz has much of a chance to return to the field in time for the Super Bowl in two weeks.
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Chiefs' Mitchell Schwartz: Lands on IR
The Kansas City Chiefs placed Mitchell Schwartz (back) on injured reserve Saturday.The Chiefs will be without their All-Pro right tackle for at least three more games. Schwartz hasn't played since a Week 6 matchup against the Bills, and now he'll be required to sit out until Week 14 at the earliest. Mike Remmers (ribs) is expected to retain the right tackle role for the time being.
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Chiefs' Mitchell Schwartz: Officially out for SNF
Mitchell Schwartz (back) has been ruled out for Kansas City's upcoming Sunday night game against Las Vegas.The 2018 All-Pro hasn't made an appearance since Week 6, with a back injury keeping him inactive for three straight contests. Even afforded a Week 10 bye to recuperate, Schwartz was held out of practice entirely Thursday and Friday. Behind Schwartz at right tackle, Mike Remmers (ribs) has been dealing with injury himself, entering the weekend listed with a questionable designation after logging a full practice Friday.
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Chiefs' Mitchell Schwartz: DNP but off COVID list
The Kansas City Chiefs activated Mitchell Schwartz (back) off the reserve/COVID-19 list Thursday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.The good news for the veteran was that he was cleared through the league's virus protocols; however, he was sidelined during Thursday's practice due to a back issue. Schwartz is eligible for Sunday's game against Las Vegas, but if the back issue is forced to keep him out of the game, Mike Remmers (ribs) or Yasir Durant would be in line for the start at right tackle.
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Chiefs' Mitchell Schwartz: On COVID list as close contact
Mitchell Schwartz (back) was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday as a high-risk close contact of someone who tested positive for the virus, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.Eric Fisher landed on the COVID-19 list in similar circumstances, so the Kansas City Chiefs are currently without both starting offensive tackles. However, Schwartz and Fisher could both be back on the active roster in time for Sunday's game at Las Vegas.
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Chiefs' Mitchell Schwartz: Out again
Mitchell Schwartz (back) will remain sidelined for Sunday's game against the Panthers.No surprise here, as Schwartz has yet to even return to practice. The absence will mark his third consecutive game missed. The right tackle will now set his sights on a potential Week 10 return against the Raiders.
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