Chiefs showcase players in preseason contest against Buccaneers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 10:03 AM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
The Kansas City Chiefs faced the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Saturday night in preseason Week 2. Both teams saw starters gain playing time, with quarterbacks Justin Fields and Garrett Nussmeier leading mixed offensive efforts. Jalen Royals stood out with 6 catches for 51 yards, while defending duo Felix Anudike-Uzomah and Jaden Hicks impressed with key defensive plays. Harrison Butker converted three field goals, including a franchise-record 69-yarder, despite missing two attempts later. The game remains in progress as teams evaluate their rosters ahead of the regular season.
- •Game in progress between Chiefs and Buccaneers
- •Harrison Butker ties franchise record with 69-yard field goal
- •Jalen Royals leads Chiefs with 6 catches
- •Felix Anudike-Uzomah records a sack
- •Justin Fields and Garrett Nussmeier see significant playing time
- 10:03 AMYahoo Sports — Stock Watch: Which Chiefs impressed in preseason Week 2 vs. Buccaneers
"Take a look at this week's Chiefs Stock Watch to see which players were risers & fallers in preseason Week 2 vs. the Buccaneers | @EdEastonJr
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