5 best NFL landing spots for Marquette King ft. Chiefs

Marquette King, one of only a few black gridiron punters in the world, wants to return to the NFL, as he said in a recent social media video:

The current Arlington Renegade has not played in that league since he was released by the Denver Broncos a few weeks into the 2018 season. Before that, he had been a staple for the then-Oakland Raiders, making an All-Pro team but also drawing polarizing reactions for his flamboyance.

But which team will want him? Here are some candidates.

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5) Denver Broncos

Is a return to Mile High in store for King?

His first stint with the Broncos did not go well, as he hurt his thigh and was gone. But with the team looking for experienced competition for free agent signing Trenton Gill, perhaps this will turn out for the better.

4) Carolina Panthers

Johnny Hekker will be a free agent after the 2024 season; and while he obviously still can go, there may be doubts about his desire to continue playing. After all, he has won a Super Bowl, appeared in another and been named an All-Pro and Pro Bowler multiple times.

Marquette King, on the other hand? He may be hungry for more and the Panthers seem to be a good low-risk situation for him.

3) New York Jets

Thomas Morstead is as experienced as they come when it comes to NFL punters. Like Hekker, he is a Super Bowl champion and has been an All-Pro and Pro Bowler.

If King wants to reestablish himself in the league, he will have to go through the current punting champion. The Jets already have the oldest QB tandem; maybe they go for the oldest competing punters as well.

2) Chicago Bears

The Bears have a couple of foreign punters, neither of whom has much NFL experience: Belgian Corliss Waitman and Australian Tory Taylor. Both seriously need someone who can push them to be better.

One name sticks out there, and it is "Marquette King". The man has much experience and many credentials, so he may be the mentor that either youngster needs.

1) Kansas City Chiefs

Earlier this year, the Chiefs shocked fans when they ditched Tommy Townsend, a key contributor to their consecutive Super Bowl titles, for Matt Araiza, who has not played even a single down of professional football. After being out for so long, he needs someone who can push him.

Fortunately, King is there. He has been there and done that, and his experience will come in handy for someone who is technically a rookie.

About the author

Andre Castillo is an NFL journalist at Sportskeeda who holds a Bachelor’s degree in English and Master’s degree in Journalism. He has over seven years of working experience and has also covered MMA with FanSided, wrestling with The Sportster, and automobiles with Hot Cars.

Andre follows the New York Jets and the Washington Commanders, mostly because he likes their colors. His favorite position is tight end, and players like Mark Andrews and Travis Kelce have always drawn Andre's attention when watching a game. Bill Belichick is his favorite coach, and his all-time favorite Super Bowl is the XLII edition, when the underdog New York Giants upset the then-undefeated New England Patriots.

If he can change one moment in NFL history, it will be from the NFC Championship Game in January 2019. In that game, a highly controversial no-call cost the Saints what would have been Drew Brees' second Super Bowl visit, where he would have faced Tom Brady and the Patriots.

Andre is always on the lookout for fresh perspectives in a story and ensures complete factual accuracy by double-checking all information before using it in his articles. He has an innate understanding of how to present information in an efficient and compelling way.

Outside the writing realm, Andre is a professional licensed teacher. His hobbies include watching UFC, MotoGP, playing the piano, and travelling.

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Edited by Pritha Ghosh