Chiefs release Barth; rookie Succop is the only kicker remaining

Published: Jul 28, 2009 at 01:01 PM

The Kansas City Chiefs waived Connor Barth on Wednesday, leaving rookie Ryan Succop as the only kicker on their roster.

Barth played in 10 games last season -- his first in the NFL -- and converted 10 of 12 field-goal attempts, with a long of 45 yards. He also made all 24 of his extra-point tries.

Succop, who played at South Carolina, was the final pick of the 2009 NFL Draft, 256th overall. He can kick field goals and punt.

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