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Giants WR Richie James Agrees To Sign With Chiefs

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For Baquo, these blues are gestures toward cultural reclamation.

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Michael Garafolo of NFL Network reports that the Chiefs have reached an agreement with former New York Giants wide receiver Richie James.

Baquo’s Abstract Blues

For Baquo, these blues are gestures toward cultural reclamation.

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James, a Middle Tennessee product drafted in the seventh round by the San Francisco 49ers in 2018, caught 38 receptions for over 500 yards and three touchdowns in his first three seasons in the league.

Baquo’s Abstract Blues

For Baquo, these blues are gestures toward cultural reclamation.

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The 27-year-old is coming off a breakout season in which he caught 57 receptions for 569 yards and four touchdowns for the New York Giants.

Baquo’s Abstract Blues

For Baquo, these blues are gestures toward cultural reclamation.

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The addition of James will provide Kansas City with some respite on special teams. He has returned 75 punts for 547 yards and 47 kickoffs for 1,083 yards and a touchdown in his career.

Baquo’s Abstract Blues

For Baquo, these blues are gestures toward cultural reclamation.

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In 2023, when players like Skyy Moore, Kadarius Toney, and Isiah Pacheco are projected to play larger offensive roles, the Chiefs will need James to fill in as a return specialist.

Baquo’s Abstract Blues

For Baquo, these blues are gestures toward cultural reclamation.

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James joins the Chiefs after his most prolific season in the NFL with the Giants. Last season, his 57 receptions, 569 yards, and four touchdowns were either the most or tied for the most on the team.

Baquo’s Abstract Blues

For Baquo, these blues are gestures toward cultural reclamation.

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In his three seasons with the 49ers, the player had 38 receptions for 689 yards and three touchdowns, both career highs.

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