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2. Who is the player you’re most interested in seeing in real game situations? Who do you think will surprise the most? — Donald R.
Great question, Donald. Several players come to mind, honestly. My top two are tackles Niang and Orlando Brown Jr. Although they’re expected to play just a quarter, Niang and Brown should get a few snaps to display their pass-blocking skills while Mahomes attempts a few passes. This is the first time Niang and Brown will be blocking for Mahomes, so their performances will be instructive, in part, on how quickly the Chiefs’ offensive line has jelled since camp began.
Meanwhile, Chris Jones, the Chiefs’ top defensive player, has been dominant in camp, and I’m fascinated to see if he’ll play Saturday’s game as just a defensive end — his new position — or move between the edge and the interior of the Chiefs’ defensive line.
My two candidates for who will produce the biggest surprise Saturday are veteran running back Jerick McKinnon and rookie tight end Noah Gray. Both players just fit the Chiefs’ offense so well.
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