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Chiefs Offensive Line Battles Intensify as Preseason Nears
28 Jul
Summary
- Chiefs re-signed guard Trey Smith, making him highest-paid guard
- Chiefs lost veteran guard Joe Thuney, drafted OT Josh Simmons
- Jawaan Taylor and Jaylon Moore competing for starting right tackle job
- Mahomes wants offensive line he can "go to war with"
As the Kansas City Chiefs continue their preparations for the upcoming NFL season, the team's offensive line is a major focus. In the offseason, the Chiefs were able to re-sign guard Trey Smith, making him the highest-paid guard in the league. However, they also lost veteran guard Joe Thuney, and spent their first-round pick on offensive tackle Josh Simmons.
With the team now in full pads during training camp, the position battles on the offensive line are coming into the spotlight. While Simmons has impressed early on at the left tackle spot, the right tackle job is up for grabs between Jawaan Taylor and Jaylon Moore.
Speaking to NFL Network, Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes expressed his excitement about the competition, saying he wants an offensive line he would "go to war with." Mahomes emphasized that competition breeds excellence, and he is eager to see which players emerge as the starters.
The importance of protecting Mahomes, one of the league's premier quarterbacks, cannot be overstated. The Chiefs are determined to build a formidable offensive line that can keep their superstar signal-caller upright and give him the time he needs to make plays. As the preseason approaches, the battles on the offensive line will continue to be a key focus for the team.
