George Karlaftis discusses Chiefs' new defensive line additions
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
Kansas City Chiefs defensive end George Karlaftis spoke about the team's new defensive line additions during training camp on August 3, 2026. Having fewer familiar faces, he is taking on a mentorship role with younger players, including first-round draft pick Peter Woods. Karlaftis emphasized players' eagerness to improve and their commitment to the game. He also shared insights about a new training routine with assistant defensive line coach Terry Bradden. Karlaftis highlighted the need for the defense to enhance their performance, recalling the team's successful Super Bowl-winning season and the focus on improving sack totals from last year.
- •Karlaftis enters his fifth season with the Chiefs.
- •The team drafted defensive tackle Peter Woods and pass rusher R Mason Thomas.
- •Karlaftis mentions mentoring younger players in training camp.
- •The defensive line seeks to improve on last season's 33 sacks.
- •Terry Bradden returns to coach the defensive line.
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"Kansas City’s veteran defensive end is impressed with team’s “hungry” new defensive line additions.
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