Projecting the Kansas City Chiefs defense
By Chris Clark
Outside Linebackers
Justin Houston – A beast of a linebacker who is the team’s best defender when healthy.
Dee Ford – This will be a big year for him to see if he can get a contract extension.
Tamba Hali – After his Twitter talk in the offseason, it will be interesting to watch his play.
Frank Zombo – All special teams player and a guy they trust on defense. Isn’t going to provide much pass rush but reliable.
Inside Linebackers
Derrick Johnson – Doesn’t look to be slowing down despite coming off of an Achilles injury.
Ramik Wilson – Should be the other starting inside linebacker. He’s made a lot of progress since being cut last season.
Kevin Pierre-Louis – Already showing his speed on defense and has shown promise on special teams as well after coming over via trade from the Seattle Seahawks.
Ukeme Eligwe – Looks to probably be a future starter at inside linebacker.