Steve Spagnuolo praises Chiefs pass rush effectiveness against Chargers

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Steve Spagnuolo praises Chiefs pass rush effectiveness against Chargers
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Kansas City Chiefs defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo discussed the team's effective pass rush during a press conference on October 23. The Chiefs pressured Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert during 17 of 44 dropbacks in Week 6. George Karlaftis led the way with eight pressures, totaling 19 since Week 4. The Chiefs achieved four sacks as Ashton Gillotte recorded one sack and two quarterback hits while Chamarri Conner had another sack. Spagnuolo emphasized the need to convert pressure into results, noting the importance of maintaining confidence among players.

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  • •Steve Spagnuolo held a press conference on October 23.
  • •Chiefs pressured Herbert on 17 of 44 dropbacks in Week 6.
  • •George Karlaftis leads NFL with 19 total pressures since Week 4.
  • •Chiefs recorded four sacks against the Chargers.
  • •Spagnuolo highlighted the need for better finishing on pressures.
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During Thursday's press conference, Kansas City Chiefs coordinator Steve Spagnuolo commented on the effective pass rush in Week 6 | @EdEastonJr

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