Phillip Gaines has recovered from the concussion he suffered against the 49ers and is a candidate to start at the nickle cornerback spot if Chris Owings can't go, the Kansas City Star reports.
Gaines has recovered from the concussion he suffered against the 49ers and is a candidate to start at the nickel cornerback spot if Chris Owings can't go, the Kansas City Star reports.
Analysis:
Gaines is competing with Jamell Fleming to potentially start at the nickel spot for Chris Owings, who is reportedly questionable, as he is dealing with a bone bruise and a strained LCL.
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