Chiefs training camp features player superlatives ahead of preseason opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 5:00 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
The Kansas City Chiefs are preparing for their preseason opener against the Los Angeles Rams on August 15, 2026. Training camp in St. Joseph, Missouri, has highlighted various roster superlatives including the tallest player, offensive tackle Ethan Driskell, at 6 feet 8 3/8 inches, and the shortest, wide receiver Jacob De Jesus, at 5 feet 6 inches. Notable performances have come from players like wide receivers Xavier Worthy and Tyquan Thornton, who clocked in at 4.21 and 4.28 seconds in the 40-yard dash, respectively. The Chiefs aim to finalize their roster before the upcoming game.
- •Chiefs face the Rams on August 15 in preseason opener.
- •Ethan Driskell is the tallest player at 6'8 3/8".
- •Jacob De Jesus is the shortest at 5'6".
- •Xavier Worthy runs the fastest 40-yard dash at 4.21 seconds.
- •Training camp highlights player strengths before roster cuts.
- 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — Chiefs training camp: Roster superlatives before preseason Week 1
- 5:00 PMArrowhead Pride — Chiefs training camp: Roster superlatives before preseason Week 1 - Arrowhead Pride
"Get to know more about the Kansas City Chiefs’ preseason roster before next weekend’s opener.
"Get to know more about Kansas City’s preseason roster before next weekend’s opener.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 9, 2026, 5:00 PMChiefs training camp: Roster superlatives before preseason Week 1
Get to know more about Kansas City’s preseason roster before next weekend’s opener.
- Arrowhead PrideAug 9, 2026, 5:00 PMChiefs training camp: Roster superlatives before preseason Week 1 - Arrowhead Pride
Get to know more about the Kansas City Chiefs’ preseason roster before next weekend’s opener.
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