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The KC Chiefs brought a huge draft class to camp: podcast on who’s making most progress

Chiefs cornerback Trent McDuffie (21) goes after wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling (11) during training camp on Friday, July 29, 2022 at Missouri Western State University, in St. Joseph, Missouri.
Chiefs cornerback Trent McDuffie (21) goes after wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling (11) during training camp on Friday, July 29, 2022 at Missouri Western State University, in St. Joseph, Missouri. tljungblad@kccstar.com

Members of the Chiefs’ 10-player draft haul have made it through two weeks of training camp. So what are the early returns?

On today’s episode of The Star’s SportsBeat KC podcast, beat writers Herbie Teope and Jesse Newell join columnist Vahe Gregorian in breaking down the progress of the drafted rookies.

At least a couple are headed for starting jobs, and a majority should be part of the two-deep roster. We discuss the camp’s biggest surprises and disappointments. Also on today’s show, third-year linebacker Willie Gay Jr. is poised to have his biggest season yet, and he’ll tell you about his main areas of improvement.

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Willie Gay Jr. sets this lofty goal ahead of 2022 season

Blair Kerkhoff
The Kansas City Star
Blair Kerkhoff has covered sports for The Kansas City Star since 1989. He was elected to the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame in 2023.
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