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Kansas City Chiefs' special teams coordinator Dave Toub is positioning his unit to excel under the NFL's new kickoff rules, potentially using players like safety Justin Reid and former rugby star Louis Rees-Zammit for kickoffs. Coaches across the league are experimenting with strategies, anticipating a period of adjustment and chaos early in the season. The team that adapts best to the new rules could gain a significant advantage.
The Kansas City Chiefs are considering using safety Justin Reid as their kickoff specialist to adapt to new kickoff rules and reduce the risk of their primary kicker, Harrison Butker, having to make tackles. Special-teams coordinator Dave Toub emphasized the importance of mastering kickoff and kickoff return strategies, suggesting that success in these areas could significantly impact the team's performance and playoff chances.
Kansas City Chiefs' special teams coordinator Dave Toub is optimistic about the team's special teams unit for the 2023 season, despite a tough 2022 season with young players. Toub is impressed with undrafted free-agent running back Deneric Prince and newly-signed veterans Richie James and John Ross as potential returners. Toub also expects contributions from drafted defensive backs and undrafted free-agent linebackers. Toub is hopeful that the unit's strong performance in the Super Bowl will carry forward into the 2023 season.