Falcons Secure Wanya Morris in Trade With Chiefs
WHO:
Heavy NFL - Kansas City Chiefs, Atlanta Falcons, Wanya Morris
ESPN - Wanya Morris, Tua Tagovailoa, Michael Penix Jr., Kevin Stefanski, Tommy Rees, Kaleb McGary, Jawaan Taylor, Michael Jerrell, Storm Norton, Patrick Mahomes, Andy Reid
WHAT:
Heavy NFL - The Atlanta Falcons have completed a trade for offensive tackle Wanya Morris from the Kansas City Chiefs.
ESPN - Morris has been described as a player with significant potential, having shown versatility by playing both left and right tackle during his career.
The Falcoholic - Morris committed 10 penalties during his 11 starts in 2024, indicating struggles as a pass blocker.
Heavy NFL - The Kansas City Chiefs and offensive tackle Wanya Morris agreed to explore a potential trade on Tuesday, which was finalized on Thursday.
ESPN - Morris is known for his strength when run blocking and showed versatility by winning the swing tackle role in his second season.
ESPN - Morris took over at the left tackle position early in 2024 when the Chiefs finished the season with 15 victories.
ESPN - Morris was benched late in the 2024 season in favor of All-Pro guard Joe Thuney to better protect quarterback Patrick Mahomes.
ESPN - Wanya Morris is 25 years old.
ESPN - Morris was a third-round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft.
ESPN - Morris started 16 games in three seasons with the Chiefs, including 11 in 2024 at left tackle.
ESPN - Morris sustained a season-ending left knee injury on the opening snap of his first start of the season against the Houston Texans in early December.
ESPN - The Falcons signed former Chiefs right tackle Jawaan Taylor in free agency, but he has been out of practice during voluntary organized team activities (OTAs) for undisclosed reasons.
ESPN - Michael Jerrell has been getting most of the reps with the first-team offense during practices open to the media.
ESPN - Morris was the swing tackle again last season for the Chiefs.
ESPN - The Chiefs did not select a tackle in the NFL draft in late April.
ESPN - Morris had fallen further down on the Chiefs' depth chart during mandatory minicamp, behind Jaylon Moore, Chukwuebuka Godrick, and Kahlil Benson, an undrafted rookie.
ESPN - Coach Andy Reid commented on Kahlil Benson, stating he is "big and strong and looks like he has some good athletic ability, good feet for a big fella like that," and noted he has "extremely strong hands."
Heavy NFL - The Kansas City Chiefs are trading offensive tackle Wanya Morris to the Atlanta Falcons.
ESPN - Wanya Morris has started 16 games in three seasons with the Chiefs, including 11 games in 2024 at left tackle.
ESPN - Morris sustained a season-ending left knee injury on the opening snap of his first start of the season against the Houston Texans.
WHERE:
Heavy NFL - The trade involves the Kansas City Chiefs and the Atlanta Falcons.
ESPN - The Falcons are in need of tackle depth, particularly on the right side.
WHEN:
ESPN - Morris was a third-round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft.
ESPN - Morris started 11 games in 2024.
WHY:
ESPN - The Falcons are addressing their need for tackle depth after Kaleb McGary's retirement and injuries to other players, including Storm Norton, who has been out since last season after ankle surgery.
ESPN - The Falcons are in need of tackle depth after longtime starter Kaleb McGary's sudden retirement this offseason and due to injuries to other players.
ESPN - The Falcons need tackle depth after Kaleb McGary's sudden retirement and to support their two left-handed quarterbacks.
HOW:
The Falcoholic - The Falcons have added five new offensive tackles to their roster heading into training camp, indicating major changes in their offensive line strategy.
ESPN - The Falcons plan to run more plays under center, necessitating better blindside protection for left-handed quarterbacks.
(UPDATED June 12, 2026 04:20 UTC)
The Atlanta Falcons have made a significant move by trading for offensive tackle Wanya Morris from the Kansas City Chiefs, as they look to bolster their offensive line. Morris, who has shown versatility by playing both left and right tackle, committed 10 penalties during his 11 starts in 2024, highlighting some challenges as a pass blocker. This trade comes as the Falcons address their tackle depth following Kaleb McGary's retirement and injuries to other players, including Storm Norton, who has been sidelined since last season after ankle surgery.
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(UPDATED June 11, 2026 23:24 UTC)
The Kansas City Chiefs and offensive tackle Wanya Morris have finalized a trade, which was agreed upon on Tuesday. Known for his strength in run blocking and versatility, Morris took over the left tackle position early in 2024, helping the Chiefs achieve a remarkable fifteen victories that season. The Atlanta Falcons are now looking to add depth to their tackle position following the sudden retirement of longtime starter Kaleb McGary and injuries to other players.
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(UPDATED June 11, 2026 21:43 UTC)
Wanya Morris, a 25-year-old former third-round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, started 16 games over three seasons with the Chiefs, including 11 at left tackle in 2024. Unfortunately, he suffered a season-ending left knee injury on the opening snap of his first start of the season against the Houston Texans in early December. As the Chiefs prepare for the upcoming season, Morris has fallen further down the depth chart during mandatory minicamp, now behind Jaylon Moore, Chukwuebuka Godrick, and undrafted rookie Kahlil Benson, who has impressed Coach Andy Reid with his athletic ability and strong hands.
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(UPDATED June 11, 2026 19:52 UTC)
In a significant trade, the Kansas City Chiefs are sending offensive tackle Wanya Morris to the Atlanta Falcons, who are looking to bolster their tackle depth, especially after Kaleb McGary's unexpected retirement. Morris, a third-round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, has started 16 games over three seasons with the Chiefs, but he faced a setback last season with a season-ending knee injury. The Falcons aim to improve their protection for their two left-handed quarterbacks as they plan to run more plays under center.