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Reid: Suamataia benching not discipline-related
3 Nov
Summary
- Kingsley Suamataia was benched for the second time this season.
- Coach Reid stated the benching was not for disciplinary reasons.
- Mike Caliendo allowed more pressures than Suamataia in recent games.
Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid has offered clarification regarding the benching of offensive lineman Kingsley Suamataia. Suamataia was sidelined for the second time this season during a recent matchup. Reid firmly stated that the decision was not a disciplinary action, but rather an internal matter between himself and the player.
Despite the benching, Suamataia participated in five special teams snaps during the game. Reid previously stated the benchings were not punishments. The coach indicated that the situation is not "earth-shattering" and is part of an ongoing process to address unspecified issues with Suamataia.
Concerns arose because Suamataia had been playing at a high level. However, recent performance metrics suggest that his replacement, Mike Caliendo, conceded five pressures against the Denver Broncos, while Suamataia had allowed the same number over four games played this season.
