Two seasons of up and down play have seen the Kansas City Chiefs defense branded as a total liability to the team’s hopes of becoming a dynasty. Their offense has paved the way for the success they’ve seen in the Patrick Mahomes era, but after huge investments in the defense in the offseason, the 2022 Chiefs are looking to break the mold in pursuit of another ring.
It started with the departure of Tyrann Mathieu and Anthony Hitchens in free agency, both of whom were undisputed defensive leaders through the Chiefs’ two Super Bowl runs. Brett Veach brought in Justin Reid to fill out the safety position in the Honey Badger’s absence, which seemed like a logical move, but a glaring hole remained at linebacker.
