GLENDALE, AZ - DECEMBER 28: Clemson Tigers wide receiver Justyn Ross (8) looks on during the 2019 PlayStation Fiesta Bowl college football playoff semifinal game between the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Clemson Tigers on December 28, 2019 at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, AZ.

Report: Chiefs signing undrafted ex-Clemson star Ross

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The Kansas City Chiefs are signing former Clemson star wide receiver Justyn Ross as an undrafted free agent, a source told Aaron Wilson of Pro Football Network.

Ross was once considered a likely first-round selection but didn't hear his name called during the draft after being diagnosed with a congenital spinal condition and missing the entire 2020 season.

The 22-year-old underwent multiple surgeries and was cleared to return for the 2021 campaign. He had 46 catches for 514 yards and three touchdowns while dealing with a foot injury that eventually ended his season in November.

Ross burst onto the scene during the 2018 campaign and capped off a spectacular year with a combined 301 yards and three scores in Clemson's playoff run to a national title.

It was speculated prior to the draft that the wideout could still be a Day 3 selection, but teams were seemingly wary of his injury history.

Ross will fight for a place in the Chiefs' new-look receiver group, which includes JuJu Smith-Schuster, Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Mecole Hardman, and second-rounder Skyy Moore.

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