Kansas City Chiefs evaluate defensive ends ahead of training camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 5:00 PM
Last updated Jul 13, 2026
The Kansas City Chiefs are preparing for training camp later this month, reviewing their defensive ends on the 90-man offseason roster. The defensive line has faced scrutiny after underperformance last season. Key players include George Karlaftis, who had six sacks in 2025, and rookie R Mason Thomas, selected in the second round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Other contenders like Ashton Gillotte and Tyreke Smith will compete for roster spots during camp. The Chiefs aim to strengthen their pass-rush after offseason moves by general manager Brett Veach.
- •Kansas City Chiefs begin training camp preparations this month.
- •Defensive line struggled last season despite Chris Jones' All-Pro performance.
- •George Karlaftis aims to build on his 2025 output of six sacks.
- •R Mason Thomas's performance as a rookie is highly anticipated.
- •Ashton Gillotte seeks improvement after a disappointing 2025 season.
- 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — Preview every DE on the KC Chiefs' 90-man roster before training camp
"Take a look at every defensive end currently on Kansas City's 90-man offseason roster before Chiefs training camp kicks off later this month.
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