Chiefs rookie suffers ankle injury vs Seahawks, questionable to return in preseason Week 2
Shortly after Norman-Lott made his way to the sideline, the Chiefs officially announced that his return is questionable.
Norman-Lott joined Kansas City as a second-round pick in the 2025 NFL draft and was competing for a chance to start next to star pass-rusher Chris Jones in the middle of the Chiefs' defensive line before he exited the field.
Take a look at the Kansas City's update on Norman-Lott's status, which was posted to Twitter by the Chiefs' official account:
With Norman-Lott on the sideline, Kansas City's coaching staff will rely on Fabien Lovett Sr. and Marlon Tuipulotu to anchor the middle of their front seven against Seattle.
Stay tuned for an update on Norman-Lott's status as more information about the nature and extent of his injury becomes available.
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