Emari Demercado Signs One-Year Deal with Kansas City Chiefs

The Kansas City Chiefs have signed former Arizona Cardinals running back Emari Demercado to a one-year contract. Demercado, who spent three seasons in Arizona, posted 819 rushing yards and three touchdowns on 126 carries during his tenure. In Kansas City, he is expected to serve as a reliable backup behind newly-signed Kenneth Walker III. Demercado expressed his excitement to join the Chiefs' offense, led by Patrick Mahomes and Andy Reid, as he prepares for the 2026 season.