Jalen Royals shines for Chiefs in preseason against Buccaneers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 12:02 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Jalen Royals showcased his skills in a preseason loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Saturday. Royals led the Chiefs with six catches for 51 yards, demonstrating confidence in his abilities and understanding of the offense. Chiefs head coach Andy Reid praised Royals’ performance, particularly his yards after the catch. The second-year receiver aims to solidify his position on the depth chart ahead of the final preseason game. The Chiefs continue their preparation for the upcoming NFL season.
- •Royals had six catches for 51 yards in the game.
- •Head coach Andy Reid praised Royals’ performance post-game.
- •Royals is looking to improve his place on the depth chart.
- •The Chiefs lost to the Buccaneers in preseason play.
- •The final preseason game is upcoming for the Chiefs.
- 12:02 PMYahoo Sports — Chiefs WR Jalen Royals shines in preseason loss to the Buccaneers
"Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Jalen Royals shined in Saturday's preseason loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers | @EdEastonJr
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