The Chiefs re-signed veteran defensive tackle Mike Pennel, a two-time Super Bowl champ, to strengthen their defense after a key rookie’s injury.

The Kansas City Chiefs have re-signed veteran defensive tackle Mike Pennel, 34, less than two weeks after releasing him and following his stint with the Cincinnati Bengals, where he recorded 15 tackles in eight games. The move, prompted by public support from teammate Chris Jones, addresses depth concerns after rookie Omarr Norman-Lott tore his ACL. Pennel, a two-time Super Bowl champion with the Chiefs, returns to bolster the defensive line ahead of their AFC Championship rematch against the Buffalo Bills. The team waived defensive end Malik Herring to make room on the roster. Terms of Pennel’s deal were not disclosed.