Chiefs' Toub discusses Ben VanSumeren's role on special teams
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 1:01 PM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026

Kansas City Chiefs special teams coordinator Dave Toub expressed optimism regarding the impact of newly elevated practice squad player Ben VanSumeren. During a press conference on September 19, Toub noted VanSumeren's background as a linebacker and his speed, emphasizing his potential contributions across all four phases of special teams. VanSumeren, who was signed to the practice squad after being waived by the Buffalo Bills, brings experience from his college football days with the Michigan Wolverines and Michigan State Spartans. Toub highlighted the excitement within the organization about having a fullback on the roster again.
- •Dave Toub optimistic about Ben VanSumeren's special teams impact.
- •VanSumeren recently elevated from practice squad to 53-man roster.
- •He has a linebacker background with a fullback's physique.
- •Chiefs signed him after Buffalo waived him post-preseason.
- •Toub anticipates a four-phase role for VanSumeren.
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