Kahlil Benson earns first-team role as right tackle for Chiefs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 12:31 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Kahlil Benson has impressed as the first-team right tackle during Chiefs training camp. The undrafted rookie, who started 12 games at Indiana, secured a roster spot with strong performance in a tryout. He has been taking the majority of first-team reps, positioning himself alongside left tackle Josh Simmons. Simmons commended Benson's effort and physical play as key traits, suggesting continued success could solidify Benson's starting role as the preseason progresses. Jaylon Moore was initially seen as the leading candidate for the right tackle position.
- •Benson started 12 games for Indiana last season.
- •He secured a Chiefs roster spot after a successful tryout.
- •Benson has taken the majority of first-team reps at camp.
- •Josh Simmons praised Benson's effort and physicality.
- •Jaylon Moore was expected to be the starting right tackle.
- 12:31 PMYahoo Sports — Undrafted rookie Kahlil Benson working as first-team right tackle for Chiefs
"An improbable story is playing out on the offensive line at Chiefs training camp.
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