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Cameras caught Kansas City Chiefs superstar defensive tackle Chris Jones lighting into teammate George Karlaftis during practice, apparently because the latter asked for a breather.
Chris Jones and George Karlaftis have emerged as one of the league’s best pass rushing duos since the latter broke into the NFL in 2022. The pair have led the Chiefs to three straight AFC Championships and Super Bowl 57 and 58 championships.
As the leader of the Kansas City defense, Jones knows how to hold his players accountable and keep them honest. Karlaftis had to be reminded of this the hard way during a recent practice session.
George Karlaftis seemingly needed a break during a team drill, but Chris Jones wasn’t going to buy it. Let’s just say he didn’t mince words with Karlaftis.
“I was 24-25, I was doing every f**king drive full speed. You 24-25, asking for equipment…I ain’t hearing it. How you on the field with no helmet? You can’t play?…Well get 15 sacks then!..I ain’t seen it once?!”
Uh Oh: Chiefs veteran DT Chris Jones put DE George Karlaftis in his place…😬😳 pic.twitter.com/xWSBg5luMG
— Dov Kleiman (@NFL_DovKleiman) August 8, 2025
Those words may come across as harsh and unnecessary to non-football fans, but it’s really just a testament to Jones’ leadership. The Chiefs, like the old New England Patriots in the Tom Brady and Bill Belichick era, take every second of practice seriously.
Karlaftis notched eight sacks last season, 2.5 short of the career high he posted in 2023. Keep following Jones’ lead, however, and it won’t be long until Karlaftis pushes 15 in a season.
Jones and the Chiefs will look to kick off 2025 on a high note when they play the AFC West rival Los Angeles Chargers in São Paulo, Brazil, on Sept. 5.
