ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (AP) — A person with knowledge of the deal says former All-Pro fullback Le’Ron McClain has agreed to a one-year contract with the Kansas City Chiefs.
The person spoke to The Associated Press on Wednesday on condition of anonymity because the team had yet to announce the move. McClain is expected to provide a short-yardage and blocking option to go with a group of speedy running backs that includes Thomas Jones and Jamaal Charles.
McClain is a former fourth-round draft pick who spent four seasons with the Baltimore Ravens. The two-time Pro Bowl selection was voted first-team All-Pro after running for 902 yards and 10 touchdowns in 2008.
The 260-pound fullback’s work load had dwindled the past two years. He ran for just 180 yards in 2009 before carrying 28 times for 85 yards last season.
