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Rookie Delane Could Shine for Chiefs | Kansas City Chiefs News
Chiefs’ defensive backs coach Dave Merritt is buzzing about rookie Mansoor Delane, who’s impressing in practice with sticky coverage and shedding the non-contact jersey—possibly earning preseason snaps. With key losses like Bryan Cooks, Trent McDuffie, and Jaylen Watson, building chemistry with newcomers like Alohi Gilman is critical. Merritt emphasizes communication and on-field reps as vital to assessing the unit’s readiness. Defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo has flexibility to deploy Delane, making his emergence a key piece in solidifying the secondary for the season. Listen in…
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