Trey Smith discusses the Kansas City Chiefs' new running back group

Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman Trey Smith spoke to reporters on Thursday regarding the team's reconfigured running back room. Smith expressed optimism about the current roster, highlighting the hunger of the group as they prepare for the season. The team’s running back unit now features Kenneth Walker III, Brashard Smith, and rookie Emmett Johnson. Coaching duties for the position group have transitioned to DeMarco Murray, who joins the staff for his first season as an NFL coach. Murray previously coached running backs at the University of Oklahoma and played seven seasons in the NFL. Smith noted that the offense functions best when the entire unit operates as a cohesive group, emphasizing the importance of team preparation during practice sessions.

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