Kansas City Chiefs’ Pro-Bowler Chris Jones Holds Out for Long-term Contract, Could Miss Season Opener
Key points:
- Chris Jones did not report to the Kansas City Chiefs for the start of regular-season game preparation
- Jones is holding out for a long-term contract and has been fined for missing offseason activities
- His absence could have a significant impact on the Chiefs' defense in their season opener against the Detroit Lions
Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones fails to report to the team for the start of regular-season game preparation, raising doubts about his availability for the season opener against the Detroit Lions. Jones has been holding out in an attempt to secure a long-term contract and has accrued significant fines for missing offseason workouts and training camp. His absence is a blow to the Chiefs defense, as he had a stellar 2020 season. The team is now preparing to face the Lions’ potent offense without Jones and Charles Omenihu, who is suspended. Despite the challenges, the Chiefs are staying focused and looking to dominate in Week 1.
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