Sun Nov 17 22:00:00 UTC 2024: **Chiefs’ Kicker Butker Out 3-4 Weeks with Knee Injury; Shrader to Fill In**

Kansas City, MO – The undefeated Kansas City Chiefs (9-0) will be without star kicker Harrison Butker for the next three to four weeks due to a meniscus injury in his left knee. Butker, who underwent surgery Thursday, will be replaced by Spencer Shrader, signed from the New York Jets’ practice squad.

The Chiefs placed Butker on injured reserve and officially added Shrader to the active roster Friday. Butker, known for his clutch performances, is expected to return before the playoffs. His absence is a significant blow to the Chiefs, who have won seven of their nine games by a single score this season.

Shrader, who impressed in a recent game with the Jets, will make his Chiefs debut this Sunday against the Buffalo Bills. The 25-year-old kicker has previously played for the Colts.

The news comes as the Chiefs aim for a historic three-peat Super Bowl victory. While Butker’s absence presents a challenge, the team is optimistic about Shrader’s ability to fill the role temporarily. Other NFL injury updates include:

* **Buffalo Bills:** Wide receiver Amari Cooper (wrist) is expected to play Sunday.
* **New York Jets:** Wide receiver Davante Adams (illness/wrist) is expected to play Sunday.
* **Houston Texans:** Wide receiver Nico Collins is expected to play Monday.
* **New England Patriots:** Defensive lineman Christian Barmore is returning from the reserve/non-football illness list and expected to play Sunday.
* **Miami Dolphins:** Wide receiver Tyreek Hill will play despite a wrist injury, delaying surgery until after the season.
* **Seattle Seahawks:** Offensive lineman Connor Williams is retiring.
* **Cincinnati Bengals:** Wide receiver Tee Higgins is returning to the lineup Sunday.

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