Bernard Pollard cut by Chiefs as they get roster down to 53

The Chiefs got down to their 53 man roster Saturday by releasing 13 players and placing one on injured reserve. The biggest cut, was starting safety Safety Bernard Pollard. In what could be an indication of how badly quarterback Matt Cassel is injured, KC chose to keep all four QB’s on the roster, although trades and more player moves could still occur over the next few days.

Wide receiver Ashley Lelie, signed during training camp also was released along with veteran linebacker Zach Thomas, who never played during the preseason due to injury. The full list is below:

Released

CB Jackie Bates

TE Tom Crabree

DE Dion Gales

DE Bobby Greenwood

G Darryl Harris

WR Taurus Johnson

WR Ashley Lelie

DT Derek Lokey

S Bernard Pollard

S Ricky Price

LB Zach Thomas

RB Javarris Williams

WR Rodney Wright

Placed on IR:

G Colin Brown