Articles for Chris Jones

Justin Herbert can't keep taking hits for Chargers to succeed
3 months, 1 week ago

Justin Herbert can't keep taking hits for Chargers to succeed

LA Times  

Chris Jones chases Justin Herbert as the Chiefs tackle is being held by center Sam Mustipher. Between the footage of Harbaugh and Reid, Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert was shown slamming his helmet with both hands into the backrest of one of his team’s metal benches. Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert is sacked by Chiefs Chris Jones and Felix Anudike-Uzomah in the …

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How cornerback Trent McDuffie emerged as the Chiefs’ second-best defender
1 year, 3 months ago

How cornerback Trent McDuffie emerged as the Chiefs’ second-best defender

New York Times  

— Just minutes after the Kansas City Chiefs’ second game of the season, amid all the commotion and organized chaos inside the visitors locker room, Dave Merritt, the team’s defensive backs coach, made a rather bold statement. GO DEEPER Patrick Mahomes, Chiefs happy to 'get the whole offense going' in blowout of Bears McDuffie, a second-year player, enters this week …

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How Chris Jones dominated in limited action to give the Chiefs what they needed
1 year, 3 months ago

How Chris Jones dominated in limited action to give the Chiefs what they needed

New York Times  

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — A tour of the Kansas City Chiefs’ locker room at EverBank Stadium on Sunday afternoon felt similar to when people visit a world-class art museum. GO DEEPER Chiefs' Taylor struggles with 5 penalties vs. Jaguars “He makes us 1,000 percent better, if I’m being honest, just his presence on the field,” linebacker Nick Bolton said. pic.twitter.com/qqfepRyzXG — …

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Chiefs top Jaguars in low-scoring affair: How Chris Jones’ return saved Kansas City
1 year, 3 months ago

Chiefs top Jaguars in low-scoring affair: How Chris Jones’ return saved Kansas City

New York Times  

The Kansas City Chiefs avoided starting their season at 0-2 by beating the Jacksonville Jaguars 17-9 at EverBank Stadium on Sunday. Lawrence went 22-for-41 for 216 yards while Jacksonville struggled against Kansas City’s defense and tackle Chris Jones, who returned to the field this week after signing a one-year deal to end his holdout. — Taylor GO DEEPER Limited action, …

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Chris Jones and the Chiefs: What their 1-year deal means now and for the future
1 year, 3 months ago

Chris Jones and the Chiefs: What their 1-year deal means now and for the future

New York Times  

— The financial compromise that Chris Jones and the Kansas City Chiefs reached Monday afternoon was one that neither party anticipated making when negotiations began. Jones will earn $2 million if he plays at least 50 percent of the Chiefs’ defensive snaps, according to a league source. “I don’t know what got out of this, other than less money.” #Chiefs …

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Chiefs drop the ball: How the receivers’ mistakes cost Kansas City on opening night
1 year, 4 months ago

Chiefs drop the ball: How the receivers’ mistakes cost Kansas City on opening night

New York Times  

— They didn’t expect to feel this way. “We’ve got to be better.” GO DEEPER How Patrick Mahomes' artistry on the field inspires artists to pay tribute to him in music Mahomes completed 21 of 39 passes for 226 yards and two touchdowns. It’s a long season, but this not our expectations.” The game’s turning point came early in the …

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Chiefs’ Chris Jones stands firm in his holdout ahead of opener: ‘I deserve more’
1 year, 4 months ago

Chiefs’ Chris Jones stands firm in his holdout ahead of opener: ‘I deserve more’

New York Times  

— Chris Jones sees a few options for how — and where — he observes the Chiefs’ season-opening game Thursday night against the Detroit Lions. “We shall see,” said Jones, who made an appearance at Ronald McDonald House Charities of Kansas City as part of the Chiefs’ annual Red Wednesday fundraising activities. I’m good.” Jones said one reason he has …

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Chiefs gear up for opening night: Kadarius Toney in? Chris Jones out?
1 year, 4 months ago

Chiefs gear up for opening night: Kadarius Toney in? Chris Jones out?

New York Times  

— All of his equipment was in place, all of it ready in his locker for his arrival — his helmet, shoulder pads, knee braces, several cleats and a bunch of gloves. In the corner of the Kansas City Chiefs’ locker room inside their training facility, the team hoped Sunday that defensive tackle Chris Jones, their best defensive player, would …

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Chiefs in jeopardy of starting the season without Chris Jones as talks slow
1 year, 4 months ago

Chiefs in jeopardy of starting the season without Chris Jones as talks slow

New York Times  

— A single tweet changed the conversation. That’s how it works.” #Chiefs head coach Andy Reid and quarterback Patrick Mahomes on Chris Jones earlier today. https://t.co/0X6TDRh5iU — Joel Corry August 23, 2023 In the past two days, Mahomes and defensive end Mike Danna have stressed that Jones’ holdout has not created friction inside the Chiefs’ locker room. Whenever he does …

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One last rush? Chris Jones, Frank Clark hope to push Chiefs to Super Bowl glory again
1 year, 11 months ago

One last rush? Chris Jones, Frank Clark hope to push Chiefs to Super Bowl glory again

New York Times  

His announcement was meant to serve as a warning. “We’re eager to get after it,” Jones said of his relationship with Clark, who missed the first meeting between the teams in Week 10 while serving a suspension for violating the NFL’s personal conduct policy. “When you have a work ethic like him, you’re going to continue to get better,” Clark …

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How did the Chiefs’ defense improve? One reason can be found in the texts among their rambunctious linemen
4 years, 11 months ago

How did the Chiefs’ defense improve? One reason can be found in the texts among their rambunctious linemen

New York Times  

MIAMI — A few hours after Chiefs practice in the middle of December, Tanoh Kpassagnon knew he needed to make a request from his newest teammate. “It’s so important after work to hit up the D-line group chat and be like, ‘Hey, where are we meeting tonight?’” Kpassagnon said. It makes a difference.” The Chiefs’ defensive linemen understand why most …

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