Khyiris Tonga addresses intense training camp standards for Kansas City Chiefs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 13, 2026, 1:01 PM
Last updated Sep 13, 2026
Kansas City Chiefs defensive lineman Khyiris Tonga spoke to reporters on Saturday regarding the team’s ongoing training camp. Tonga, who signed a three-year, $21 million contract with the team this offseason, described the current sessions as the most challenging of his career. He attributed the high intensity to a focus on re-establishing organizational standards set by head coach Andy Reid. The defensive lineman recorded 24 tackles across 14 games while playing for the New England Patriots last season. Tonga expressed gratitude for his roster spot and emphasized the team’s collective commitment to maintaining performance levels throughout the 2026 season.
- •Khyiris Tonga signed a three-year, $21 million deal with Kansas City.
- •The contract includes $14 million in guaranteed salary.
- •Tonga recorded 24 tackles in 14 games with New England last season.
- •Coach Andy Reid is enforcing strict performance standards during training camp.
- 1:01 PMYahoo Sports — Chiefs DL Khyiris Tonga opens up about challenges at training camp
"During Saturday's press conference, Kansas City Chiefs defensive lineman Khyiris Tonga opened up about the team's intense training camp | @EdEastonJr
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