Andy Reid isn’t just a coach, he’s a believer in the bounce-back. From Michael Vick to Kareem Hunt, Reid has a history of turning troubled players into comeback stories. Now, Isaiah Buggs might be next on that list.
After months of legal uncertainty, Buggs, former Alabama standout and Super Bowl champ, has been cleared of animal cruelty charges. The 286-pound defensive tackle was arrested after authorities found two neglected dogs in a Tuscaloosa property tied to him. But the case unraveled when a friend admitted responsibility. Buggs‘ lawyer confirmed the state dropped the charges due to evidence that cleared his name.
Now, Buggs is a free agent again. And the Kansas City Chiefs might just be the team to offer him a fresh start.
The Chiefs need bodies, and Buggs brings power
With a defensive line that’s aging and thin on depth, the Chiefs are quietly hunting for reinforcements. Buggs could be a fit, not just because of his size and Super Bowl experience, but because Kansas City nearly signed him before. He logged 89 tackles and 2 sacks during his time with Pittsburgh and Detroit, and his short-lived 2024 stint with the Chiefs shows mutual interest already existed.
More than anything, Buggs brings the kind of rotational strength Kansas City values late in the season. He’s not a flashy pickup, but neither was Jerick McKinnon and look how that turned out.
Reid’s locker room isn’t for everyone but it’s built for comebacks
In Kansas City, performance matters more than past headlines. Reid’s culture is disciplined, tight-knit, and results-driven. But for players who buy in, it’s also forgiving.
Buggs has baggage, sure. But he also has something Reid respects: grit. “I’m focused on moving forward,” Buggs said after his charges were dropped. That mindset might be enough to earn a camp invite and maybe more.
In KC, second chances aren’t charity. They’re part of the playbook. And if Buggs gets his shot, don’t be surprised if he ends up making big plays when it matters most. After all, Reid’s built a dynasty on players who refuse to be defined by their worst moments.
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