Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones has had a very emotional start to his Sunday ahead of a big Week 4 game.
Hours before the Chiefs’ clash with the Baltimore Ravens in Kansas City, Jones was in Mississippi attending his aunt’s funeral. According to multiple reports, the six-time Pro Bowler flew back to Kansas City on a flight scheduled to land at 2:40 p.m. CT, less than one hour before the 3:25 p.m. CT scheduled kickoff.
CBS cameras showed Jones arriving at Arrowhead Stadium at 2:57 p.m. Announcer Tracy Wolfson said just prior to the game’s kickoff that Jones missed pregame warmups and was dressed to play, though it was still unclear whether he’d make a start.
Moments later, Jones took the field for the Chiefs’ first defensive snap of the game to make his fourth consecutive start of the year.
Through three weeks, the 31-year-old Jones has played 85.3% of the Chiefs’ defensive snaps. He’s recorded five total tackles – including three for a loss – and secured his first sack of the year in Week 3.
Jones recorded one quarterback hit in the opening drive. The Ravens scored a touchdown to open the game and lead 7-3 in the first quarter.
