Jaylen Watson recorded 64 tackles for Chiefs last season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 2:00 PM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026
As the Kansas City Chiefs prepare for the 2026 NFL season, they reflect on Jaylen Watson’s performance last year, where he logged 64 tackles, the most among cornerbacks on the team. Watson's physicality and tackling skills contributed significantly to the team’s defensive efforts. As training camp approaches, rookie cornerback Mansoor Delane will aim to fill Watson's role on the roster. The Chiefs' season opens in 64 days against the Denver Broncos on Monday Night Football.
- •Jaylen Watson had the most tackles among Chiefs' cornerbacks last season.
- •Kansas City Chiefs' regular season starts in 64 days against the Broncos.
- •Mansoor Delane may replace Watson in the lineup.
- •Watson's tackling success will be a benchmark for new players.
- 2:00 PMYahoo Sports — 64 Days, 64 tackles by Jaylen Watson last year for Chiefs to make up
"We’re a day closer to the 2026 NFL season in Kansas City.
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