NFL Rumors: Kansas City Chiefs release Dunta Robinson
By Bryan Rose
Rumors had swirled for over a month (possibly even longer) that the Kansas City Chiefs would likely cut defensive back Dunta Robinson.
Today, the hammer dropped as Kansas City released the corner.
Per Terez Paylor:
"The #Chiefs announce they have released CB Dunta Robinson."
Robinson signed a three-year deal with the Chiefs prior to the 2013 season but fizzled, eventually losing his job to Marcus Cooper.
The 31-year-old Robinson played in eight games (though only two starts) and amassed 13 tackles and four pass deflections during his limited playing time.
It’s likely Robinson will find some interest in the free agent pool as there will be plenty of teams in need, though those teams may opt to convert Robinson to a safety given his declining cornerback skills.
Releasing the former South Carolina product will reportedly save the Chiefs upwards of $3 million dollars of cap space for 2014.
Given his poor play and limited action on the field, the Chiefs won’t miss his presence and are better off spending the saved money elsewhere.