Chiefs to fans: If you’re coming to practice, wear the mask

Fans in the stands - the Chiefs were the first in the NFL to make that happen in a preseason practice. It wasn’t the same as a training camp morning at Missouri Western in St. Joseph, where up to 5,000 would attend. But Chiefs players said they enjoyed having the energy of some 2,000 fans in the stands on Satruday.But were they practicing safety measures in the COVID-19 pandemic? Several fans were shown on social media accounts not wearing masks. They’ll get another chance this Saturday, when some 5,000 people are expected to attend practice. So, no headdress, but masks.Patrick Mahomes and Andy Reid addressed having fans in the stands and several other topics when addressing media. You’ll hear those comments on SportsBeat KC, The Kansas City Star’s daily sports podcast.Story links:Andy Reid, Patrick Mahomes emphasize the importance of wearing masks at Arrowhead StadiumThe Chiefs practiced with 2,000 fans are Arrowhead. Masks were required, not always worn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices