During Friday’s training camp press conference, Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid shared his thoughts on players emphasizing good performances on special teams at Missouri Western State University to enhance their chances of making the final roster for the 2025 season.

“Yeah, I tell the guys that. Some of the guys are going to make it because of special teams.” said Reid, “Every year, you get one or two guys that are on your team because of special teams and maybe they lack a little bit compared to somebody else in the position, but they just excel on special teams so (Assistant Head Coach/Special Teams Coordinator) David Toub can have a core group, develop a core group in there. Four phases is what he’ll say, so you want to find those guys and try to keep them if you can.”

Reid has often repeated this sentiment at every training camp to encourage healthy competition and provide hope for everyone on the roster. Players who don’t win in their position group have found ways to stand out on special teams and eventually make the final roster or practice squad.

Special teams coordinator Dave Toub has spoken often about the ongoing options at the kick and punt returner positions.