Chris Jones just snagged the No. 43 spot on the “NFL Top 100 Players of 2026,” marking his eighth straight year making the cut. That’s a pretty wild run for a guy who just keeps terrorizing offensive lines, year after year. It’s a huge nod to his consistent dominance in a league full of incredible talent.
Jones’ 2025 Numbers Don’t Lie
When you look at Jones’ 2025 stats, it’s clear why he’s still ranked so high. The guy put up 63 pressures in 17 games, which was good for third among all interior defensive linemen. But get this: he led Kansas City with 25 quarterback hits, 12 tackles-for-loss, and seven sacks. Those are monster numbers! He’s not just showing up, he’s taking over. He’s not alone in the Top 100 for KC either, with center Creed Humphrey landing at No. 94 and tight end Travis Kelce coming in at No. 79. That’s some serious star power heading into the season.
Training Camp Kicks Off With Big Weekend Vibes
While the player rankings are dropping, the Chiefs are busy getting down to business. They’re part of the “Training Camp: Back Together Weekend 2026,” a league-wide celebration happening for the sixth straight year. It all goes down Saturday, August 1, and Sunday, August 2. Fans can expect interactive youth camps, on-field experiences, Kids Zone flag competitions, and plenty of family activities. Plus, the team is hooking up Season Ticket Members with pancake breakfasts and discounts at the team store, along with community, military, youth football, and diversity-focused programming. Coach Andy Reid is already making moves, too. He wants to keep rookie Benson atop the depth chart, throwing him into the fire against their top defensive ends George Karlaftis, Ashton Gillotte, R Mason Thomas, and Felix Anudike-Uzomah in padded practices next week. The squad even put in a one hour and 55-minute practice on Saturday before getting a well-deserved day off on Sunday. And on a somber note, the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame recently announced the passing of Bobby Hunt at 85, a former Auburn star who played quarterback and defensive back for the Tigers from 1959-61 before becoming a Chiefs legend.
It’s only early August, but with Jones, Kelce, and Humphrey locked into the Top 100, the Chiefs are already laying the groundwork for what they hope is another monster season. All eyes will be on how those rookies, like Benson, respond in padded practices. That’s where the real steel sharpens steel happens, and fans will be glued to every update as the regular season inches closer.
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Originally reported by Arrowhead Pride.
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