The Facts: The Chief are signing free-agent McKinnon, NFL Network's Peter Schrager reported Friday afternoon.

Diehards Line: Once a high-profile signing by the San Francisco 49ers who was derailed by injuries, McKinnon, 28, still offers a burst in the backfield. Following four seasons to start his career with the Vikings, McKinnon moved on to the 49ers but missed all of the 2018 and 2019 campaigns due to knee injuries. Last year, he saw action in all 16 games with four starts, compiling 319 yards and five touchdowns on 81 carries. The Chiefs have added a new compliment to Clyde Edwards-Helaire in the backfield.