Chiefs Risk It All with Rookie Tackle | Kansas City Chiefs News

Chiefs coach Andy Reid pulls off a jaw-dropping gamble by starting undrafted rookie Kahlil Benson at left tackle for Week One against the Broncos — a team that led the league in sacks last year. With veteran Jaylon Moore shifted to right tackle and star QB Patrick Mahomes still rehabbing, the move puts immense pressure on Benson, who’s never played left tackle before, to hold his own against Denver’s ferocious pass rush. The Chiefs’ offense, long criticized as predictable, is hoping Kenneth Walker III and more play-action can spark a comeback. This bold call could define their season — and everyone’s watching. 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/ec29fecf0f985240