Chiefs struggle with offensive line in preseason game against Buccaneers
Arrowhead Pride • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 4:00 PM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
The Kansas City Chiefs faced the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in a preseason game on August 22, 2026. The match highlighted concerns regarding the offensive line, particularly with left tackle Josh Simmons sidelined due to injury. Veteran Jaylon Moore struggled at left tackle, and replacement Esa Pole faced difficulties against Buccaneers defenders. Defensive end Felix Anudike-Uzomah displayed improved explosiveness, while fellow defensive player Peter Woods has been underwhelming in performance. The Chiefs are looking to address depth issues before the regular season begins.
- •Chiefs played the Buccaneers on August 22 in Tampa.
- •Josh Simmons missed the game due to a back injury.
- •Jaylon Moore and Esa Pole struggled at tackle positions.
- •Felix Anudike-Uzomah showed notable explosiveness on defense.
- •Peter Woods' performance has been inconsistent during preseason.
- 4:00 PMArrowhead Pride — Preseason Week 2 notes for Chiefs’ offense, defense and special teams - Arrowhead Pride
- 4:00 PMYahoo Sports — Preseason Week 2 notes for Chiefs’ offense, defense and special teams
"One thought about each phase of the Kansas City Chiefs after the second preseason game.
"One thought about each phase of Kansas City’s team after the second preseason game.
Sources
External links- Arrowhead PrideAug 23, 2026, 4:00 PMPreseason Week 2 notes for Chiefs’ offense, defense and special teams - Arrowhead Pride
One thought about each phase of the Kansas City Chiefs after the second preseason game.
- Yahoo SportsAug 23, 2026, 4:00 PMPreseason Week 2 notes for Chiefs’ offense, defense and special teams
One thought about each phase of Kansas City’s team after the second preseason game.
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