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Arrowhead Pride fantasy football takes on Andrew Armstrong
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All Arrowhead Pride insights about Andrew Armstrong
NegativeDepth ChartAug 25, 2026
Armstrong is competing with Nikko Remigio, Jared Wiley, Jake Briningstool, and Trey Watson for three remaining roster spots; the source suspects the final roster decision will be whether to keep Armstrong as a seventh wide receiver or instead keep a fourth tight end, noting Armstrong could theoretically offer enough as a rotational red zone target to not need a fourth tight end.PositiveUsageAug 24, 2026
Wide receiver was targeted on a deep shot down the left sideline in preseason Week 2, a play that helped set up the Chiefs inside the Tampa Bay red zone after Bucs cornerback Roman Parodie was called for pass interference.PositiveRoleAug 22, 2026
Wide receiver Andrew Armstrong is trending in the right direction this week according to the source's camp observations.PositiveRoleAug 17, 2026
Wide receiver Andrew Armstrong led all Chiefs players in offensive snaps with 41, tying quarterback Garrett Nussmeier, and added 5 special teams snaps. Armstrong made a strong impression in camp as a pass catcher and took advantage of his first live contact opportunity in the preseason game. He made a nice catch and turned up the sideline, appeared to have a step on a deep pass toward the back of the end zone, and showed effective blocking when called upon, not wasting his reps.PositiveRoleAug 16, 2026
Wide receiver Andrew Armstrong, lower on the depth chart, made his mark primarily through blocking rather than receiving production (1 target, 17-yard catch). At 6'4", 210 pounds, Armstrong has the frame to serve as a big-bodied receiver capable of pancake blocks in the running and screen game—a role the Chiefs need. His blocking performance may have taken a significant step toward winning a roster spot.PositiveRoleAug 15, 2026
Armstrong, an undrafted free agent who spent time on the practice squads of the Miami Dolphins and Detroit Lions, was named 1st-team All-SEC by the AP, 2nd-team All-SEC by the Coaches, and Phil Steele All-American Honorable Mention. He expressed excitement about playing for the Chiefs in his hometown environment, emphasizing his commitment to the serious, professional atmosphere of the organization.NegativeBreakoutAug 14, 2026
Armstrong is in backup competition at wide receiver; the source's high level of concern about the fragility of the Chiefs' starting receiving corps can subside if Armstrong and others prove to be quality role players in the regular season, suggesting he is a key depth piece to monitor.PositiveRoleAug 6, 2026
Armstrong has stepped up in place of injured starting receivers during camp and has seen plenty of throws from Mahomes at practice; special teams coordinator Dave Toub noted Armstrong as someone he is excited about 'as a cover guy' on Monday; he appears to be more than the big-bodied, jumpball player that can fool Chiefs Kingdom at training camp, making him the source's choice over Nikko Remigio for the sixth receiver spot.PositiveRoleAug 5, 2026
Wide receiver has stepped up in practice with Xavier Worthy and Cyrus Allen absent. Reid praised Armstrong's development: 'I like what Armstrong's doing. He's a big kid, strong, looks like the quarterbacks trust him… they trust him on his route running. He's got good speed for a big kid and good transition; he's not stiff coming out of breaks.'NegativeUsageAug 4, 2026
The source lists wide receiver Andrew Armstrong as receiving targets from Patrick Mahomes in both 7-on-7 and 11-on-11 drills, with 2 targets in 11-on-11s during training camp practice.PositiveRoleAug 3, 2026
Rookie receiver stepping up in camp with Mahomes' trust; one of three starting receivers in air drills alongside Rice and Thornton. Reid noted Armstrong transferred strong performance from rookie camp into team drills: 'It looks like Pat has trust in him. So I think that's a plus; he's getting better every day. Big target, strong… I like that part of it.' Armstrong's size and receiving ability positioning him as an early favorite target for Mahomes.PositiveRoleAug 3, 2026
Wide receiver highlighted by special teams coordinator Dave Toub as a player expected to show up in pads; Toub specifically noted Armstrong's potential to contribute as a cover guy on special teams, suggesting a role beyond receiving.NegativeRoleAug 1, 2026
Wide receiver was lined up at receiver in the starting offense during team periods with the injury to rookie Cyrus Allen and Rice absent.NegativeRoleJul 31, 2026
Andrew Armstrong rotated in with the first team during 11-on-11s.PositiveDepth ChartJul 31, 2026
Andrew Armstrong rotated in with the first team at least once during 11-on-11s, indicating he is getting early camp reps in the offensive lineup.PositiveRoleJul 31, 2026
Reserve WR earning first-team reps during training camp as Rashee Rice recovers from knee surgery; 6-foot-4 profile addresses a long-standing Chiefs receiving need; pulled down a deep contested catch from Justin Fields during seven-on-sevens and received numerous reps with Patrick Mahomes and the first-team offense Thursday, drawing notice from The Athletic's Jesse Newell as a Tyquan Thornton-like longshot bid to make the roster.PositiveRoleJul 28, 2026
Undrafted free agent WR signed to Chiefs Reserve/Future contract in January 2025 after stints with Miami Dolphins and Detroit Lions practice squad; competing for roster spot during training camp at Missouri Western State University. Armstrong, 6'4", has strong family ties to Kansas City and is receiving deliberate coaching attention from wide receivers coach Chad O'Shea, who is noted for working with him more deliberately than typical Reserve/Future contract players. Armstrong has built chemistry with QB Patrick Mahomes through extra practices before full squad reports, positioning himself as a long-shot candidate to make the roster despite being a soon-to-be 26-year-old with no regular-season NFL snaps.NegativeRoleJul 27, 2026
Receiver Andrew Armstrong was targeted by Patrick Mahomes in red-zone 7-on-7 drills during Chiefs training camp but had the pass broken up by rookie cornerback Jadon Canady. Limited context on Armstrong's overall camp performance or role.PositiveRoleJul 26, 2026
Wide receiver receiving target from Mahomes in 7-on-7 drills during camp. On the receiving end of a spot-on no-look pass from Mahomes featuring timing, placement and velocity, placed in the end zone on a slant route between two zone coverages; pass was unfortunately dropped but demonstrates Armstrong is in the mix for receiving opportunities.