The Chiefs waived Lynch on Saturday, Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com reports.
Lynch was let go along with defensive end BJ Thompson (chest) in order to clear space for incoming undrafted free agents. Lynch played in one game for Kansas City last season, tallying six tackles while playing 25 defensive snaps in the regular-season finale versus Denver. He hasn't had a significant role with an NFL club since playing in 16 regular-season contests and recording 2.0 sacks with Minnesota in 2021.
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Blake Lynch: Waived with injury settlement
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Lynch (undisclosed) was waived from injured reserve by the Chargers with an injury settlement Thursday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Lynch reverted to the Chargers' IR after going unclaimed off waivers. He was set to miss the 2023 season before the injury settlement was reached. He'll be able to look for opportunities elsewhere once he returns to full health.
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Blake Lynch: Waived with injury designation
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The Chargers waived Lynch (undisclosed) with an injury designation Tuesday, per the NFL's transaction log.
Lynch will presumably clear waivers and revert to the Chargers' injured reserve. If that's the case, he'll miss the entire 2023 campaign, barring an injury settlement.
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Vikings' Blake Lynch: Dealing with hip injury
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Lynch (hip) did not practice Monday, Craig Peters of the Vikings' official site reports.
Lynch played 100 percent of defensive snaps during Sunday's divisional loss to the Lions, racking up nine tackles (six solo) and two sacks, along with a forced fumble and one fumble recovery. If Anthony Barr (knee/hamstring) and Eric Kendricks (biceps) aren't able to return in time for Thursday's matchup against the Steelers, Lynch, if healthy, will once again stand to handle an every-down gig.
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Vikings' Blake Lynch: Increased role Sunday
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Lynch started at weak-side linebacker and had six total tackles in Sunday's win at the Chargers.
Lynch got the start with Anthony Barr out. However, he played just 18 snaps on defense, as he came off the field in passing situations with Nick Vigil and Eric Kendricks staying in dime and nickel packages.
