Chiefs Head Coach Andy Reid Quotes
July 24, 2025
OPENING STATEMENT: “Alright, these were the injuries here – the guys that didn’t practice at least. (Kristian) Fulton, (Jawaan) Taylor, (Tre) Watson, everybody else is gone and has done a good job. Just a shoutout to Tyrann (Mathieu) for a great career, (Tyrann) Mathieu. What a great career he had. The game will miss him, (will) miss his energy. Definitely an energy giver, a great leader. Hopefully he gets into coaching, because he’d be a heck of a coach if he decides to go that way – he’d be tremendous. But, we wish he and his family all the best going forward here. With that, it’s been great to get out here, get these days in. We’ve had three really good days of work where we get ones against ones, twos against twos, threes against threes, so, there’s some competition there and some good solid work. It’s ramp-up period. We’ve got another day or two of this, and then we start right in with pads on Sunday. So, anyways, with that – time’s yours.”
Q: What was your reaction when you heard Tyrann Mathieu was retiring? What’s his legacy in your opinion?
REID: “Yeah, well, the legacy is great ball skills, great player, great guy, always been a team captain everywhere he’s been at – including here. He got a Super Bowl Championship here and he was a leader on defense. So, I think he’ll leave all that behind, but that’s not even talking about if he chose to do that throughout his career. He probably would’ve set all the records at punt returner. He was tremendous at that. Anyway, I could go on and on about him – the Honey Badger; that’ll be part of the legacy also. He’d sit on the bench there and he’d make all kinds of funny noises. Not only did he have the blonde hair, but he’d be over there (mimics honey badger noises) – making all those noises. What a great kid. Loved coaching him (laughter).”
Q: On Creed Humphrey’s significance to the team.
REID: “Yeah, well, he’s still young. He’s a very good athlete, great balance, ex-wrestler. Great balance and upper-body strength, he’s got lower-body strength. One of the stronger guys on the team, and he’s got a nice feel for the game. Plus, he’s very intelligent.”
Q: On Tyquan Thornton.
REID: “Yeah, I like what I’ve seen. He’s working hard at it. He’s made some big catches out here, working his routes, playing physical in his transition game there. So, just (have) got to keep coming. We’re still young in this thing, so we (have) got to keep bringing it.”
Q: How have Josh Simmons and Jaylon Moore looked in training camp so far?
REID: “Yeah, they’ve done some good things. They’re getting better – they get better and better every day. So, it’s been good that way. Young guys, working. (I’m) looking forward to getting them (Simmons and Moore) in pads. It’s hard to evaluate them doing this, but we’ll see how they do with pads on.”
Q: On early impressions of Jalen Royals.
REID: “Yeah, so, it looks like he’s very smart because we’re in our third install here today. And we load him up with plays, early, and he’s been able to retain a lot of the things – the newer stuff that we introduced to him before and the new stuff we’ve introduced now. So, that’s a good sign. And then, he’s made some catches. You’ve seen it out here, he’s made some catches. And does he have a long way to go? Yeah, well he’s got to keep working, (and) work through all of this and we’ll see how it goes when everything’s flying.”
Q: What have your impressions been of Gardner Minshew so far leading the second unit with him being around the league?
REID: “Yeah, can see that with Gardner (Minshew). You can see that he’s smart, he’s got good accuracy, poise – it’s great to have him here, so we are pleased to have him here and you kind of have a heads up because he’s actually started in games so you kind of know how he handles the pressure in that, so we liked what we saw on tape and I’ve seen the same thing here so he should be fine.”
Q: Are there still moments that you see Patrick Mahomes do something on a day like this and are like, ‘jeez, where did that come from,’ or are you so focused on what’s going on that it doesn’t kick in sometimes?
REID: “I tell the coaches this all the time, ‘You never take that for granted. So, appreciate every one of those throws he (Patrick Mahomes) makes,’ because you don’t get that very often in a career and as a coach. Yeah, absolutely there are times I go, ‘Woah, that was pretty good right there now.’”
Q: After a heavy workload last year, what do you expect out of Kareem Hunt this year?
REID: “You know, he (Kareem Hunt) has had an offseason. He missed two offseasons there, and he had this offseason and worked hard, (and) now he is coming into training camp and he’s in good shape and I would expect good things. He’ll be in there rotating, doing his thing. He’s a good solid football player. Love having him here.”
Q: What are your thoughts on Jake Briningstool bringing him aboard? How valuable is it adding a fourth tight end?
REID: “Yeah, so (General Manager) Brett (Veach) gets the credit for that one. He loved him (Jake Briningstool) and loved what he saw. So far, the kid has done a nice job. Again, let’s see how he does when things get going, but he’s working in there and it looks like the quarterbacks trust him. They’re throwing it
Chiefs Player Quotes
July 24, 2025
C CREED HUMPHREY
Q: What are the challenges working with two new tackles?
HUMPHREY: “I think just getting the chemistry down with the offensive line, you know? That’s why camp is really good for this, you know? You get a ton of reps in and a ton of looks against (Defensive Coordinator) Spags’ (Steve Spagnuolo) defense, so you know, it’s preparing you all for the season. So, we are excited about it. We got some really good talent in that room right now that is going to bring out some good competition.”
Q: You earned your first All-Pro selection and you were named in the NFL Top 100 Players list this offseason. What does that mean to know that your work is paying off as you earn these accolades?
HUMPHREY: “Yeah, you know it’s obviously a blessing to get those accolades and stuff, but for me it’s just focusing (on) about what you can improve. You can never stop improving, and you can never reach the top. You’re always going to keep improving, you can keep learning, all those things. So, for me, it’s a great feeling getting the recognition and everything, but for me I know there is stuff I need to work on, so you know, I’m hungry. I’m hungry to come out here and grind and get stuff going in training camp. So, it’s been fun. It’s been a lot of fun getting out here and working and grinding.”
Q: When Josh Simmons was drafted a lot of people were talking about his health. What’s the progress that you’ve seen for him to get to training camp and being out here?
HUMPHREY: “Yeah, well you could tell all of OTAs it was something he (Josh Simmons) was working nonstop on it. Making sure he was getting healthy as quick as he could so that was awesome to see. He’s moving really well, playing really well right now. He seems to be fully healthy, and he’s getting after it so it has been a lot of fun to see.”
LB LEO CHENAL
Q: What are you thinking about as you go into this last year of your rookie deal?
CHENAL: “Yeah, I mean, I try to keep my mind off of it as best you can, that can become an unnecessary stress on yourself and on your shoulders. I just look at, you know, still being selfless, doing what I can for the team. I’m not trying to do too much, still do my job, and do what I can, but at the same time growing and get better.”
Q: How much does Nick Bolton mean to you and the team?
CHENAL: “Oh, he (Nick Bolton) means everything. When he’s on the field, it’s just different. You guys can see it, I’m sure. He’s just, not only (in) his play, his leadership, his loud, bold communication, just his positivity. Like, you go down the list of what a leader is, and you know, everything, it’s like Nick Bolton checks the box. So, it’s just, it gives a boost and like it boosts morale to the whole team and makes everybody play better around him.”
Q: How much pride do you take on special teams and the success that you’ve had on special teams?
CHENAL: “Yeah no it’s huge. Obviously, I’m not, you know, every down linebacker for the most part, you know? I got a certain percentage of snaps, and I’m obviously looking to extend that, but you know, I want to play what I’m playing, I want to be the best of what I can be. Whether it’s punt, kickoff return, SAM linebacker, filling in for buck. You know whatever it is, like we got a good core unit of guys that have been here now on special teams that are leaders, and you know, we’re looking to be better and better. And obviously we got (Assistant Head) Coach (and Special Teams Coordinator Dave) Toub, who’s a legend, so just continue to climb the mountain.”
RB KAREEM HUNT
Q: Did you do anything different this offseason compared to past off seasons to prepare yourself?
HUNT: “Oh for sure. I was more locked in, staying on schedule. Because I didn’t know when I was going to get picked up or when I was going to have the opportunity, or if I was going to have the opportunity to play again. So, I stayed on top of things, this offseason (I) made sure I stayed in good shape from OTAs and just (being) able to keep building on what I’ve already built.”
Q: People in the league say you’re the best short yard running back this offseason. Did you ever think you would ever wear that label? Do you take pride in it?
HUNT: “I mean yeah, I take pride in whatever I do. That’s one of those things – those are big time plays (and) people don’t understand how hard (it is) to get those two or three yards and punch it in. Those keep the drives alive and get us more opportunities to make big plays. So, that’s one of those things I take pride in, and you know, it’s a mindset thing.”
Q: Is there an advantage to being at training camp that you might not have had last season?
HUNT: “Yeah, for sure. It’s definitely an advantage. I get to be around guys who (are) pushing me, guys who (are) challenging me each and every day. Instead of me trying to push myself, by myself, working out and staying in shape and making sure I hold myself accountable, with what I eat and what I do in my off time.”
to him. It’s positive.”
Q: Any difference in the way Travis Kelce is moving before he hits the pads?