Chiefs’ unique prospect competing for crucial special teams role in the OTAs, Kadarius Toney not seen

The Kansas City Chiefs concluded their first of two OTAs in May and one of their unique talents has been seen practicing drills for a crucial role on special teams.

Yesterday, the veterans took to the field with the rookies for the first time since the NFL Draft. The voluntary workouts allow the newest roster members to familiarize themselves with their environment and mingle with new teammates.

For experienced stars like Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, and Chris Jones, this will be a chance to begin welcoming the latest prospects and get a closer view of their talent.

Chiefs new rookies begin training in the professional environment for the first time

Moreover, the OTAs mark the preseason of the preseason training camp in mid-June. The Chiefs’ mandatory minicamp is scheduled from June 11 to June 13.

Nonetheless, the work begins now and the OTAs are an excellent chance for the rookies to demonstrate their skills and make lasting impressions on the coaches.

For several rookies, their talent will only get them as far as becoming a special teams member, but this is still a crucial role.

New modifications are set to take place to the kick-offs from the opening day of the 2024 season.

Being a member of the special teams has never been more important because their score contributions can be the fine line between winning and losing.

Louise Rees-Zammit was seen rivaling Skyy Moore in the punt-returning drill

Yesterday, in the first open-to-the-media session, ex-rugby league turned NFL hopeful, Louis Rees-Zammit was spotted catching punts in training.

Furthermore, he was pictured with wide receiver Skyy Moore both participating in punt returns.

Rees-Zammit and Moore are two of the fastest players on the Chiefs roster, so there will be competition to see who can earn the special teams responsibility.

NFL punt returner record holder Kadarius Toney not spotted participating

Additionally, punt returner Kadarius Toney was not spotted in the drill. The out-of-form star returned a 65-yard punt in the Super Bowl LVII success, making it the longest one ever in a final.

Rees-Zammit has clocked a top speed of 24.2 mph as a British & Irish Lions star but without the padding NFL players are required to wear.

Ultimately, the Welshman will be keen to land the chance of being the punt returner but must make the 53-man roster to have a shot.