Fans look forward to first preseason game
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- Wednesday was the final training camp practice open to the public ahead of the Chiefs' first preseason game.
Despite it being an exhibition game, fans still look for a Chiefs win.
"We got to see what we are made of," Vicky Ford said. "After that Super Bowl thing last year, we got to make sure we are on our game this year."
For Chiefs fan Bruce Roberson, he traveled from California to watch his Chiefs in training camp. He said he's looking forward to watching the new faces on the team play.
"I like to see the new guys, how they jell with the team," Roberson said. "See who is going to make it or who's not. From what I see, I like Brashard Smith. I think he is our secret weapon."
In 2021, the NFL eliminated one preseason game, reducing each team's exhibition schedule to three games ahead of the regular season.
Roberson agrees with the decision, stating players' health and safety are important. Other fans seemed to agree as well.
"I think they're necessary to see how our players are doing," Lawrence White said. "Three is a good number."
Like Roberson, White hopes the offensive line will improve this year.
Thursday training camp will be open to only season ticket holders and fans will have to wait to watch their Chiefs on Saturday.
"It's so fun and exciting to watch the games," Julie Elliott said. "I get a little distracted, but just watching my husband and how excited the kids get, and we want to win."
