By Jayson Henderson
Patrick Mahomes addressed the media, reflecting on the Kansas City Chiefs’ progress and his own activities. He noted the team’s fitness and preparation, highlighting strong OTAs and minicamp. Mahomes emphasized the importance of staying focused and hungry for the upcoming NFL season. He mentioned balancing workouts with family time and golf and praised the defense’s confidence and the offense’s determination to improve. Mahomes also discussed new receiver “Hollywood” and quarterback Carson, focusing on decision-making under pressure.
Coach Andy Reid praised the players’ hard work and progress, emphasizing the importance of maintaining fitness during the break before training camp. He highlighted the growing chemistry between Mahomes and “Hollywood,” noting their effective communication. Reid discussed using minicamp to test plays and refine them for the regular season. He addressed the competition for the open left tackle position and provided updates on injured players, expressing optimism for their readiness by the season’s start. Reid emphasized the value of veteran players in setting the tempo and fostering competition.
Justin Watson discussed the Chiefs’ receiving corps, noting the blend of new and returning players. He highlighted the importance of understanding the playbook and praised the newcomers’ adaptation. Watson emphasized the need to focus on the present season and mentioned the continuous evolution of Reid’s offense. He spoke about the accountability within the receiver room and the importance of veteran leadership. Watson also discussed balancing family time with training and praised “Hollywood’s” work ethic and leadership.
Chris Jones discussed his offseason approach, emphasizing consistency in goals and effort. He highlighted the team’s motivation to achieve a three-peat and the daily work required. Jones reiterated his personal goal of achieving 20-plus sacks and expressed satisfaction with the continuity of the defensive line. He emphasized the importance of OTAs for building team chemistry and acclimating new players. Jones reflected on his mental health, noting he is in a good state of mind and excited to be back with the team. He dismissed any thoughts of retirement, focusing on his current goals and praising the team’s offseason moves and the Hunt family’s efforts to position the team for success.
