The Chiefs released Sankey on Tuesday, Field Yates of ESPN reports.

EDGE Analysis

Inked by the Chiefs on Nov. 1, Sankey was noted on the inactive list in three consecutive games before his release. The move comes on the heels of Charcandrick West suffering a concussion Sunday, so an addition to the backfield could be in the works. If not, head coach Andy Reed may just roll with Spencer Ware this Sunday in Denver, with Knile Davis the sole RB in reserve if West is sidelined.