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Why the Chiefs are allowing Dontari Poe to hit free agency

Dontari Poe was once the centerpiece of the Kansas City Chiefs front seven, an athletic wonder who anchored the middle of the defensive line with the stamina of 10 men. On Wednesday, Ian Rapoport says the Chiefs will allow Poe to explore free agency.

#Chiefs are not expected to franchise tag Dontari Poe. The #Ravens are not expected to tag Brandon Williams. Big DTs hitting the FA market

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 1, 2017

The move might sound a bit surprising to those who have not been watching the team closely over the last year.