Chiefs struggle to secure sacks despite strong pass rush metrics
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 5:25 PM
Last updated Oct 9, 2026
The Kansas City Chiefs have not recorded a sack in their last three games, raising concerns about their defense. Advanced metrics indicate that the Chiefs rank sixth in the NFL for pressure rate, showing they can generate pressure but struggle to convert it into sacks. George Karlaftis has stood out with 12 quarterback hits this season, yet has no sacks to show for his efforts. As the Chiefs prepare for their bye week, there is optimism they can improve their conversion rate after the break.
- •Chiefs ranked sixth in NFL for pressure rate despite no sacks in three games.
- •George Karlaftis leads the team with 12 quarterback hits but no sacks.
- •Team ranks last with a pressure-to-sack ratio of 5.7 percent.
- •Talent exists to improve conversion after the upcoming bye week.
- •Young players like R Mason Thomas are showing potential in pressure situations.
- 5:25 PMYahoo Sports — Chiefs Pass Rush Stats Lie, But George Karlaftis Proves It
"The Chiefs haven't recorded a sack in three games, but the real numbers show a top-10 unit that just can't finish. Here is why the panic is overblown.
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