Chiefs Release Veteran DE Mike Danna, Saves $9 Million in Cap Space

The Kansas City Chiefs released veteran defensive end Mike Danna, a move that saves the team nearly $9 million against the salary cap. Danna, 29, was a 2020 fifth-round pick and played six seasons with the Chiefs, contributing to two Super Bowl victories. He appeared in 87 regular season games and 16 postseason games, recording 221 tackles, 23.5 sacks, and seven forced fumbles. His role had evolved, and the team decided his cost was no longer justified. He will now be a free agent after not finishing his three-year contract.