Peter Woods praises rookie teammate R Mason Thomas for pass-rushing skills
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 1:01 PM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026

Kansas City Chiefs defensive lineman Peter Woods commended fellow rookie R Mason Thomas during a press conference on August 25. Woods highlighted Thomas's exceptional pass-rushing abilities, noting that these skills make the entire defensive unit's job easier. Thomas, who recorded 65 tackles and 17 sacks in college, has been developing his role in the preseason, while Woods prepares for the regular season with a focus on mastering his one-technique position. Woods participated in 18 snaps during the team's recent preseason game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
- •Woods spoke about Thomas's unique skills at a press conference.
- •Thomas has played in two preseason games without securing a sack.
- •Woods emphasized the importance of honing positional details.
- •Woods participated in 18 defensive snaps in the recent preseason game.
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