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Ed Easton Jr.

Rookie Chiefs OL reflects on preseason opener: ‘I love being out here’

The Kansas City Chiefs’ offensive line continues to be their focus as they prepare for a new season.

Chiefs rookie offensive tackle Kingsley Suamataia spoke with reporters on Tuesday after practice, reflecting on his preseason debut and eagerness to do more on the field.

“I only got to play a little bit for the first drive, but shoot, if I get more reps, you’re gonna see more of an animal just coming out there, flying around to the ball, be around the ball a lot.” Said Suamataia. “Just have fun out there at the end of the day.”

Suamataia played with the starters and only saw one series vs. the Jacksonville Jaguars, but he understood that he’d get more work in training camp, practicing with the first team.

“I love being out here, grinding again with all my teammates, growing that bond — defensive side of the ball and with the offensive guys,” said Suamataia. “So it’s really great. It’s a big family, so I love it.”

The injury suffered by Wanya Morris last week held him out of Saturday’s game against the Jaguars. Suamataia hasn’t been officially named the starting left tackle, but he’s gained plenty of momentum before the decision.

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