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PositiveSleeperNov 6, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Given the Chiefs' short-yardage struggles, Ken Walker suggests it's time to get behind fullback Ben VanSumeren as a potential solution.

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PositiveRoleNov 6, 2026Arrowhead Pride

Ken Walker recommends getting behind fullback Ben VanSumeren given the Chiefs' short-yardage struggles, positioning him as a value play in goal-line and short-yardage situations.

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NegativeRoleOct 25, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Fullback Ben VanSumeren will not dress for Sunday's game against Seattle and is inactive.

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NegativeDepth ChartOct 25, 2026Arrowhead Pride

Fullback Ben VanSumeren will not dress for Sunday's game against Seattle and is inactive.

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PositiveInjuryOct 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Fullback Ben VanSumeren (thumb) was a full participant in practice Wednesday, indicating his thumb injury is not limiting his availability for Week 6.

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PositiveInjuryOct 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Fullback Ben VanSumeren was a full participant in practice despite dealing with a thumb injury.

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PositiveInjuryOct 14, 2026Arrowhead Pride

Fullback Ben VanSumeren (Thumb) was a full participant in practice on Wednesday, indicating his thumb injury is not limiting his availability for Week 6.

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PositiveRoleSep 19, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

VanSumeren was a late addition to the Chiefs roster and became an instant contributor on special teams in Week 1, seeing three offensive snaps. The team quickly signed him to a contract to keep him on the 53-man roster, signaling confidence in his role in the new-look Chiefs offense.

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PositiveRoleSep 19, 2026Arrowhead Pride

Chiefs fullback Ben VanSumeren was a late addition to the roster and became an instant contributor on special teams in Week 1, seeing only three offensive snaps. The team quickly signed him to a 53-man roster contract. Given the new-look Chiefs offense's success running the ball behind both fullbacks, VanSumeren should remain in creative roles alongside Khyiris Tonga.

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PositiveRoleSep 18, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

VanSumeren was a late addition to the Chiefs roster and became an instant contributor on special teams in Week 1, seeing three offensive snaps before the team signed him to a contract to keep him on the 53-man roster. Given the new-look Chiefs offense's success running the ball behind both fullbacks, he should remain in creative roles.

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PositiveRoleSep 18, 2026Arrowhead Pride

VanSumeren was a late addition to the roster and became an instant contributor on special teams in Week 1, seeing only three offensive snaps before the team quickly signed him to a contract to keep him on the 53-man roster. Given the new-look Chiefs offense's success running the ball behind both fullbacks, the source expects VanSumeren and Khyiris Tonga to remain in creative roles.

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PositiveRoleSep 17, 2026Arrowhead Pride

Fullback signed to active roster after practice-squad elevation; played 79% of special teams snaps in Week 1 and saw three offensive snaps. Special teams coordinator Dave Toub confirmed VanSumeren will be a four-phase player going forward, with head coach Andy Reid excited about having a fullback again. VanSumeren, a 6'2", 231-pound former linebacker prospect from Michigan State (4.45-second 40-yard dash, 9.62 RAS), was converted to fullback last offseason before suffering a season-ending knee injury on the opening kickoff. Toub noted his linebacker history in a fullback body and speed (4.4-second range) make him valuable on special teams and in the run game; he will need to learn terminology but is expected to ramp up quickly with reps.

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PositiveUsageSep 17, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

In Week 1 practice-squad elevation, VanSumeren played 79% of the Chiefs' special teams snaps and saw the field on offense for three plays. The source notes he was 'used like this at times during preseason in 2025,' suggesting a multi-phase role. Toub indicated VanSumeren will be a 'four-phase guy' going forward, with his presence on field alongside Patrick Mahomes representing the team's 'turn to physicality this season.'

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PositiveRoleSep 17, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Chiefs special teams coordinator Dave Toub elevated fullback Ben VanSumeren to the active roster after linebacker Cooper McDonald was placed on injured reserve. Toub praised VanSumeren as a 'linebacker in a fullback body' with 4.4-second 40-yard dash speed, describing him as a 'four-phase guy' who will contribute on offense and special teams. Toub noted that head coach Andy Reid is 'excited about having a fullback again,' signaling offensive role expansion beyond special teams duty.

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NegativeRoleSep 17, 2026Bleeding Green Nation

Chiefs fullback Ben VanSumeren, a former Eagles player, was promoted to the active roster after joining Kansas City's practice squad following final cuts. He was elevated to play against the Broncos in Week 1, where he was in on 79% of the Chiefs' special teams snaps while taking the field for three offensive plays.

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NegativeRoleSep 17, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

VanSumeren, a former Eagles fullback, joined Kansas City's practice squad after final cuts and was elevated to play against the Broncos; in his Red and Gold debut, he was in on 79% of the Chiefs' special teams snaps while taking the field for three offensive plays.

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PositiveRoleSep 16, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Fullback Ben VanSumeren was elevated from the practice squad to play against the Broncos and signed to an active roster contract Wednesday. In his Red and Gold debut, VanSumeren was on the field for 79% of the Chiefs' special teams snaps while taking three offensive plays, positioning him as the primary fullback moving forward.

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NegativeRoleSep 16, 2026Arrowhead Pride

Fullback elevated from practice squad to active roster contract following Cooper McDonald's injury. In his Red and Gold debut against Denver, VanSumeren was in on 79% of the Chiefs' special teams snaps while taking the field for three offensive plays.

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PositiveDepth ChartNo dateNFL.com News

Ben VanSumeren was signed to the active roster from the practice squad.

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