Tag: Bryan Cook

Chiefs vs. Browns: Bryan Cook intercepts Jameis Winston

Check out this video of #Chiefs DB Bryan Cook’s leaping interception from Kansas City’s Week 15 matchup against the Cleveland #Browns.

The Kansas City Chiefs are off to a hot start in their Week 15 matchup against the Cleveland Browns.

After a quick touchdown connection between quarterback Patrick Mahomes and wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster to start the game, the Chiefs’ defense put the clamps on Browns signal-caller Jameis Winston.

Kansas City’s dominant defensive front has dominated Cleveland’s offensive line early, and the Chiefs’ struggling secondary seems to have turned a corner.

Late in the first quarter, Winston threw a deep pass that was intercepted by third-year defensive back Bryan Cook.

Take a look at this video of Cook’s impressive leaping interception, which was posted to Twitter by the Chiefs’ official account during the game:

Though its Week 15 matchup against the Browns is far from over, Kansas City’s encouraging start at Huntington Bank Field should give Chiefs fans plenty to cheer about as the defending Super Bowl champions fight for their 13th regular season win.

Chiefs safety comments on the defense’s performance: ‘We’ve got to do better’

Kansas City Chiefs safety Bryan Cook comments on the defense’s performance: ‘We’ve got to do better’ | @EdEastonJr

The Kansas City Chiefs defense had a rough ending to Sunday’s victory over the Carolina Panthers. The highly praised unit couldn’t protect a two-point lead in the fourth quarter, as Carolina tied the game with a two-point conversion.

Safety Bryan Cook spoke after the game about the defense’s need to improve as the postseason approaches.

“We’ve got to do better. We’re doing good in the red zone but that’s only a third of the field. Overall, we just have to do better.” said Cook. “At the end of the day, we’re all vets in the room for the most part. As I said before, we got to go back to the drawing board, see what we’re doing, and correct it from there.”

Cook and the defense had lapses throughout the game as Panthers quarterback Bryce Young was able to convert on quick releases ahead of blitzes in the second half.

“Whether it’s then, the beginning of a quarter, or the beginning of a game, it comes down to execution. You have to execute,” said Cook. “They’re at a high level, and I know we had times where we didn’t execute at the highest level, and the team exploited that. So, we got to figure that out, go back to the drawing board, and see what we can do.”

Trent McDuffie, Nick Bolton, and Mike Danna were able to get their hands on Young for sacks, but the second-year starter proved elusive under pressure.

Will Bryan Cook status report: Latest injury news, update for Chiefs DB

#Chiefs safety Bryan Cook is dealing with a rib injury. Here are the latest updates.

The Kansas City Chiefs have added their starting safety Bryan Cook to their Week 12 injury report.

He is an important piece of the Chiefs’ defense, but will he be available when Kansas City faces off against the Carolina Panthers on Sunday, November 24?

Bryan Cook injury update

Cook is dealing with a rib injury, there are no details on the severity, but he was a full participant in the Chiefs’ practice session on Wednesday in preparation for the Panthers.

How long will Bryan Cook be out?

Since Cook was not limited in practice it is expected that he will be available in Week 12. He should be able to play his starting role in Steve Spagnuolo’s defense when Kansas City visits Carolina.

Chiefs DB depth chart

Cook is expected to take the field on Sunday alongside Justin Reid, Jaden Hicks and Chamarri Conner.

If his availability changes, expect Spagnuolo to lean more on Christian Roland-Wallace against the Panthers.

Chiefs CB Trent McDuffie discusses support from teammates: ‘We’ve got your back’

Kansas City #Chiefs cornerback Trent McDuffie discusses support from teammates: ‘We’ve got your back’ | @EdEastonJr

The Kansas City Chiefs’ overtime victory last Monday night over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers featured a rare bend moment from the defense. Baker Mayfield completed a game-tying touchdown pass in regulation to force the extra session and a moment of regret from an All-Pro defensive back.

Chiefs cornerback Trent McDuffie revealed to reporters on Wednesday his frustrations and the support he received from teammates after the Buccaneers scored the tying touchdown on his watch.

“B-Cook (Bryan Cook), J-Reid (Justin Reid) (and) Chamarri (Conner) came over there while I was ticked off that I allowed the score that (allowed) them tie the game,” said McDuffie. “They’re just like, ‘Look, bro, it’s going into overtime. We’ve still got more games. Don’t worry about it. We’ve got your back; we know what you can do.”

McDuffie and the defense had an impressive streak of ending games on their end this season but were bailed out for once in overtime as the offense scored a touchdown on their initial possession.

“For me, that was just a way to kind of lock back in, and also just be like, ‘Man, that’s special, to be in a locker room where guys, you give up a big play in the game, said McDuffie. “I think that kind of speaks volumes as to the character of what we have in here.”

The strong bond between the defense and the team has contributed enormously to the team’s undefeated start to the season.

Final score: Chiefs remain undefeated, secure 26-13 win over Saints

The Kansas City #Chiefs are 5-0 after defeating the New Orleans #Saints 26-13 on “Monday Night Football.”

The Kansas City Chiefs kept their perfect season alive in Week 5 after defeating the New Orleans Saints 26-13 on “Monday Night Football.”

Though the two-score victory was a success for the defending Super Bowl champions heading into their bye week, quarterback Patrick Mahomes’ imperfect performance is sure to be a storyline this week.

Mahomes completed 28 of his 39 passes for 331 yards, but threw an interception and failed to score a touchdown against New Orleans.

Instead of relying on Mahomes to score points, Chiefs head coach Andy Reid gave the ball to rookie wide receiver Xavier Worthy and veteran running back Kareem Hunt in the red zone to lift Kansas City to victory.

 

On defense, the Chiefs were led by third-year safety Bryan Cook and linebacker Nick Bolton in the win. Cook intercepted Saints quarterback Derek Carr on New Orleans’ first possession, and Bolton recorded 11 combined tackles.

Fans in Kansas City will have to wait until October 20 to see the Chiefs back in action, when the defending champions face the San Francisco 49ers at Levi’s Stadium in Week 7.

Chiefs vs. Saints: LeBron James chimes in on Patrick Mahomes

NBA superstar LeBron James shared an observation about Patrick Mahomes on Twitter during the #Chiefs’ Week 5 matchup against the #Saints.

The Kansas City Chiefs have an early lead over the New Orleans Saints on “Monday Night Football,” and fans in Western Missouri aren’t the only people who have been impressed by the defending Super Bowl champions’  performance in primetime.

NBA superstar LeBron James took to Twitter to share an observation about Patrick Mahomes during the game, indicating that he didn’t think the Chiefs could lose as long as the legendary quarterback was in Kansas City’s starting lineup.

Take a look at James’ tweet about Mahomes, which was posted shortly after kickoff on Monday night:

 


Though Mahomes seemed to receive most of the credit for the Chiefs’ success in James’ tweet, it was third-year safety Bryan Cook and veteran running back Kareem Hunt who helped Kansas City get out to an early lead.

Stay tuned to see if the Chiefs can keep their perfect record intact.

Chiefs vs. Saints: Bryan Cook intercepts Derek Carr on ‘Monday Night Football’

#Chiefs safety Bryan Cook intercepted #Saints quarterback Derek Carr in the first quarter of Kansas City’s Week 5 matchup against New Orleans.

The Kansas City Chiefs got off to a great start in their Week 5 matchup against the New Orleans Saints on “Monday Night Football” when third-year safety Bryan Cook intercepted quarterback Derek Carr on the game’s first drive.

Carr faced pressure from Kansas City’s ferocious pass rush and had to heave the ball downfield in an effort to escape a sack.

Cook, an avid ballhawk, lept into the air to intercept the pass and was ruled down by contact despite his attempt at a return.

Check out this video of Cook’s highlight-reel play, which was posted to Twitter by the Chiefs’ official account:

 

Kansas City’s offense was led downfield by Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, and Kareem Hunt on the Chiefs’ possession, and Cook’s outstanding effort seems to have sparked something in the defending Super Bowl champions.

Stay tuned to the game to see if Cook can come down with another interception.

Chiefs DB reveals injury recovery process at training camp

Reporters got a deep-dive on Bryan Cook’s recovery process during a press conference at #Chiefs training camp this week. | @EdEastonJr

The Kansas City Chiefs were without safety Bryan Cook last year after he suffered a season-ending ankle injury in Week 13 against the Green Bay Packers. He has been on the road to recovery and is participating in training camp, hoping to regain lost momentum.

During a press conference on Thursday, Cook gave reporters an update on his recovery from the unfortunate injury and explained why he was unable to play in the postseason earlier this year.

“It was challenging,” Cook told the media. “The hardest part is realizing your guys are out there battling, and you can’t do anything to help them. But at the end of the day, shout out to them; they got the job done. It wasn’t that bad when you look at the end. I was able to recover. They got the job done on the back end, and I have an opportunity now to (re-introduce) myself and where I am in today’s time.”

In college, Cook suffered a similar injury, which required some medical hardware to be installed in his ankle. According to the third-year safety, the pieces that were already in his body from the first surgery helped repair the damage done in 2023.

“I basically ruptured the tightrope that was already in there, (and) I tore my deltoid ligament as well,” Cook explained. “We went in, repaired that, repaired the tightrope, added another tightrope in there, and added an anchor. So, I’ve got a little metal in my ankle for sure, but it’s all good, though. We’re still back out here.”

After establishing himself as a steady contributor as a starter last season, Cook will be counted on more this year in Kansas City’s secondary, which is still trying to find its identity after the departure of L’Jarius Sneed.

Chiefs DC Steve Spagnuolo expects DB Mike Edwards to step in for Bryan Cook

Kansas City #Chiefs defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo expects safety Mike Edwards to step in for injured starter Bryan Cook.

The injury to starting safety Bryan Cook during last Sunday night’s loss to the Green Bay Packers has forced an adjustment to the Kansas City Chiefs defense. The secondary depth will be challenged for the rest of the season as the unit hopes to maintain its dominance this year.

Chiefs defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo has made plenty of good calls for his group throughout the season, leading to victories. Losing a starter isn’t new, but as the team prepares for life without Cook, they will have the veteran presence of Mike Edwards in relief. During Thursday’s press conference, Spagnuolo addressed his thoughts on Edwards and his impact moving forward.

“I think we’re really fortunate to have Mike Edwards because Michael will be the guy who will fill in there for Bryan (Cook),” Spagnuolo said. “Mike’s a cerebral guy who has picked up the defense really well. You guys see, he’s been rotated in there a little bit more. And that’s, that’s a compliment to him. So, hopefully, we don’t skip a beat from the standpoint of how we function with the chemistry, and we got kind of trust in Mike to do that.”

Spagnuolo will expect the same intensity as Edwards, who has stepped in to make significant plays in the past as the Chiefs look to get back into the win column this Sunday.

Chiefs Check-in: K.C. battling through key injuries

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It’s gut-check time for the Kansas City Chiefs. They have lost three of their last five games and are dealing with some injuries to key starters. If they want the road to the Super Bowl to roll through Kansas City during the postseason yet again, there is little to no room for error throughout the final five weeks of the season.

Here are the top stories on this edition of Chiefs Check-in for the morning of Wednesday, December 6: