This Sunday’s regular-season finale against the Los Angeles Chargers does not affect the Kansas City Chiefs’ postseason plans. Due to the exhibition feel of the game, many full-time starters are expected to be limited or out as they prepare for the following week’s Wild Card round.
Chiefs defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo took to the podium on Thursday to speak with reporters and address bus thoughts on the many Pro Bowl snubs amongst his defensive unit.
“I’d be lying if I didn’t say I was disappointed. You know how I feel about those guys? It is what it is,” said Spagnuolo, “I mean, again, because I know those guys they’re more concerned with the bigger picture. But yeah, disappointed is a pretty good word.”
Cornerbacks L’Jarius Sneed, Trent McDuffie, and team sacks leader George Karlaftis were the most notable names from a unit that remained atop the AFC in many defensive ratings. The only defensive player selected from Kansas City was Chris Jones, who is entering Week 18 half a sack away from ten for the season, which would lead to special contract incentives.
“I would love for Chris (Jones) to get that,” Spagnuolo explained. “I think that’s always good. We don’t let that get in the way of what we’re trying to do, that being [to] prevent points and win football games, but I hope all those guys get that. I want guys to get Pro Bowls; all that I do. I mean, I would love that if that happens.”
There is still no official word as to whether Jones will play on Sunday, but he did say he’d be interested in the opportunity to get that tenth sack.
