The Kansas City Chiefs training camp workouts begin this week and immediately focus on different topics leading into the new season. A hot topic has been the team’s plan for their starting left tackle position after various moves made in the offseason.
Chiefs’ second-round pick in April’s NFL Draft, Kingsley Suamataia, is highly expected to contend for the starting tackle spot ahead of the new season. The BYU standout spoke with reporters on Wednesday, addressing the position battle and relationship with Wanya Morris.
“It’s been great. I’ve known Wanya (Morris). As a player, he’s a great guy. He’s friends with a lot of guys that I know. We’re boys on and off the field, just trying to get that job, but we’re both just working hard as best we can.” said Suamataia. “Whoever comes out on top, (we) still boys, but it’s business out here, but nothing but love for Wanya.”
The rookie offensive lineman has many family members who either played in the NFL or are still active; notably, he is the cousin of Detroit Lions star Penei Sewell. He reflected on advice from his family on making it in the league.
“Just work hard. Just be that one that stands out more than everybody else you know while coming in here for a job,” said Suamataia. “So just put your best foot forward, and whoever comes out comes out on top.”
The offensive line position battle will be a focus at training camp and the preseason, as Patrick Mahomes’ health is paramount to the Chiefs’ success.