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Chiefs' Karlaftis generating pressure but sacks not coming
Original: George Karlaftis and the Chiefs defense are bringing pressure. So where are the sacks? https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/
The Kansas City Chiefs defense, led by edge rusher George Karlaftis, is consistently pressuring opposing quarterbacks this season, but the pressure is not converting into sacks at expected rates. Analysis examines why the team's pass rush is producing hits and hurries without finishing plays, raising questions about coverage schemes and whether the sack totals will catch up.
Why now: Fans and analysts are debating why the Chiefs' strong pass pressure is not showing up in the sack statistics.
George KarlaftisKansas City ChiefsNFL
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- George Karlaftis and the Chiefs defense are bringing pressure. So where are the sacks? https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7663764/2026/10/06/chiefs-defense-sacks-george-karlaftis/ # Football # NFL # Sports · nyt_sports@robot.villas · 2
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