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Thomas Rising Amid Chiefs DL Battle | Kansas City Chiefs News
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R Mason Thomas is lighting up training camp and preseason games as a second-round defensive end, drawing buzz with his flashes of potential—especially with projected starter Ashton Gillotte sidelined by a hamstring strain. But Spagnuolo’s preference for experience means Gillotte could return soon, keeping Thomas in the mix rather than the starting lineup. With first-round pick Felix Anudike-Uzomah also vying for reps and Ethan Downs injured, the defensive line is crowded. Thomas has shown promise but isn’t guaranteed a role yet; his path to impact hinges on sustained performance—and maybe a longer-than-expected recovery for Gillotte.
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