Benson’s Rough Start, Coach’s Confidence | Kansas City Chiefs News

Kahlil Benson’s rough preseason debut in Kansas City’s loss to Tampa Bay didn’t derail the coaching staff’s faith—he’s learning on the fly, playing multiple positions and adapting to silent counts. While fans noticed the pressures and setbacks, head coach Andy Reid and OC Eric Bieniemy stress that these reps are vital for growth. Benson’s effort, including recovering a strip sack, showed heart and resilience. The focus? How he bounces back—and the rookies’ collective progress is exactly what the team needs as the season looms. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/9b3e23ece01c812c