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USA Today
3 days ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Chiefs rookie suffers ankle injury vs Seahawks, questionable to return in preseason Week 2
The Kansas City Chiefs may be without rookie defensive lineman Omarr Norman-Lott for the rest of their preseason exhibition against the Seattle Seahawks after the former Tennessee Volunteer left the game due to an ankle injury. 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.
Yahoo
31-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
'It took me 3-4 years to be able to do that' — Chiefs DL Charles Omenihu is impressed with trait that Omarr Norman-Lott has already developed
'It took me 3-4 years to be able to do that' — Chiefs DL Charles Omenihu is impressed with trait that Omarr Norman-Lott has already developed originally appeared on A to Z Sports. Rookie defensive tackle Omarr Norman-Lott has turned some heads during Chiefs training camp. So much so that he has been getting consistent reps with the first-team defense. Kansas City drafted Norman-Lott in the second round (63rd overall) of the 2025 NFL Draft back in April. During his final two collegiate seasons at Tennessee, he recorded 9.5 sacks and 44 total tackles — 10 for or not Norman-Lott is actually a starter when the regular season begins remains to be seen, but it's safe to say he'll at least be a key part of the defensive line rotation. While speaking to the media following Day 8 of training camp practice on Wednesday, veteran DL Charles Omenihu said he is impressed with how far along Norman-Lott is in his development. "Omarr has great use of hands," Omenihu said. "Very explosive. I noticed early on that he was able to grab wrists. It took me 3-4 years to be able to do that. That's just a lot of hand-eye coordination. So that's something he definitely practiced over at Tennessee, something that they probably teach because, like I said, I think it's just, as a rusher, being able to long arm and then grab wrist, grab elbow, take guys hands off of you like that. I think it's something that is a learned skill, something that's pretty difficult."That is encouraging to hear about a rookie, especially coming from a polished veteran like Omenihu. Norman-Lott and Omenihu could be on the field at the same time in several instances throughout the 2025 season with Omenihu's ability to play both DT and DE. A personnel package consisting of Norman-Lott, Omenihu, Chris Jones, and George Karlaftis could be DT Mike Pennel will also be in the mix, particularly on early downs. Norman-Lott's development will be crucial for Kansas City this season as Pennel, Omenihu, and various other DTs are on one-year contracts. The Chiefs typically ease their rookies in early, then ramp them up during the second half of the story was originally reported by A to Z Sports on Jul 30, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
30-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Chiefs rookie preview: Omarr Norman-Lott 2025 stat projections
The Kansas City Chiefs selected Tennessee Volunteers standout Omarr Norman-Lott with the 63rd overall pick in the 2025 NFL draft. During his two seasons in Knoxville, Norman-Lott totaled 9.5 sacks and applied pressure on 14.9% of his pass rush attempts. His presence provides the Chiefs with an interior rusher to complement Chris Jones. Norman-Lott's two biggest competitors for snaps are Mike Pennel and free agent signee Jerry Tillery. Jones will dominate the rotation once again, and there's no realistic chance of Norman-Lott taking snaps away from the future Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee. Advertisement Despite being healthy for most of 2024, Pennel played just 320 regular season snaps across his 17 appearances. Tillery, who spent last year in Minnesota, played 467 snaps across 17 games. His addition doesn't even come close to replacing the 888 snaps vacated by Tershawn Wharton and Derrick Nnadi, who departed Kansas City as free agents. The Chiefs lack developmental options behind Norman-Lott. Barring excellent offseasons, Fabien Lovett Sr. and Marlon Tuipulotu won't require snaps in 2025. That limits Kansas City's interior defensive line rotation to Jones, Norman-Lott, Pennel and Tillery, creating an excellent environment for the rookie to win snaps. One of Norman-Lott's greatest weaknesses as a prospect was his lack of involvement on run downs. He faced run plays just 250 times across his final three collegiate seasons. For reference, Jones, who isn't an enthusiastic run defender, faced runs 224 times in 2024 alone. This trend might limit Norman-Lott to playing on passing downs, significantly reducing his snap total but refining his efficiency. Advertisement Playing primarily on passing downs allows Norman-Lott to maintain his explosiveness and energy throughout games, resulting in beneficial matchups in key late game situations. This snap allocation often results in a boom in sack and pressure production for athletic rushers. Norman-Lott may put together a watered-down version of Braden Fiske's rookie campaign. If the new Chiefs rookie plays 500 snaps, with roughly 350 of those serving as pass rush opportunities, he could amass six or seven sacks and more than 30 pressures. Those aren't Defensive Rookie of the Year numbers, but they serve as a solid foundation for Norman-Lott's development. This article originally appeared on Chiefs Wire: Chiefs rookie DT Omarr Norman-Lott 2025 stat projections
USA Today
30-06-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Chiefs rookie preview: Omarr Norman-Lott 2025 stat projections
The Kansas City Chiefs selected Tennessee Volunteers standout Omarr Norman-Lott with the 63rd overall pick in the 2025 NFL draft. During his two seasons in Knoxville, Norman-Lott totaled 9.5 sacks and applied pressure on 14.9% of his pass rush attempts. His presence provides the Chiefs with an interior rusher to complement Chris Jones. Norman-Lott's two biggest competitors for snaps are Mike Pennel and free agent signee Jerry Tillery. Jones will dominate the rotation once again, and there's no realistic chance of Norman-Lott taking snaps away from the future Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee. Despite being healthy for most of 2024, Pennel played just 320 regular season snaps across his 17 appearances. Tillery, who spent last year in Minnesota, played 467 snaps across 17 games. His addition doesn't even come close to replacing the 888 snaps vacated by Tershawn Wharton and Derrick Nnadi, who departed Kansas City as free agents. The Chiefs lack developmental options behind Norman-Lott. Barring excellent offseasons, Fabien Lovett Sr. and Marlon Tuipulotu won't require snaps in 2025. That limits Kansas City's interior defensive line rotation to Jones, Norman-Lott, Pennel and Tillery, creating an excellent environment for the rookie to win snaps. One of Norman-Lott's greatest weaknesses as a prospect was his lack of involvement on run downs. He faced run plays just 250 times across his final three collegiate seasons. For reference, Jones, who isn't an enthusiastic run defender, faced runs 224 times in 2024 alone. This trend might limit Norman-Lott to playing on passing downs, significantly reducing his snap total but refining his efficiency. Playing primarily on passing downs allows Norman-Lott to maintain his explosiveness and energy throughout games, resulting in beneficial matchups in key late game situations. This snap allocation often results in a boom in sack and pressure production for athletic rushers. Norman-Lott may put together a watered-down version of Braden Fiske's rookie campaign. If the new Chiefs rookie plays 500 snaps, with roughly 350 of those serving as pass rush opportunities, he could amass six or seven sacks and more than 30 pressures. Those aren't Defensive Rookie of the Year numbers, but they serve as a solid foundation for Norman-Lott's development.
Time of India
28-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Chiefs bet big on rookie rushers– Will Omar Norman-Lott and Ashton Gillotte live up to the hype?
Chiefs' bet big on rookie rushers (Image via AP) As the reigning champions gear up for another title run, the Kansas City Chiefs are putting their trust in young, high-motor defenders to elevate their already formidable defense. Among the most talked-about rookies is Omar Norman-Lott along with Ashton Gillotte whose relentless energy and pass-rushing potential have earned them early praise from both coaches and teammates. Praised by coaches and execs, the rookie rushers are emerging as a high-motor weapon up front Quarterback Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs coaching staff have taken note of the intensity and upside shown by the rookie defensive class, which includes Omar Norman-Lott, Felix Anudike-Uzomah, and Ashton Gillotte. Their "relentless" approach is seen as a sign of the team's bright defensive future. Norman-Lott, at 6-foot-2 and 291 pounds, brings explosiveness, quickness, and nonstop motor to the interior line, an area that has struggled to maintain pressure without Chris Jones on the field. During his two years at Tennessee, after transferring from Arizona State, he notched 44 tackles and 9.5 sacks, standing out as a disruptive force in the middle. His impact hasn't gone unnoticed by Chiefs insiders. 'You can never have enough of them,' said Chiefs executive Terry Bradway. 'I think Omarr with his inside rush and Ashton just with his versatility, we thought those guys are just too hard to find.' Former Chiefs defensive end Leger Douzable emphasized the team's need for someone like Norman-Lott, 'He fills a big need. That twitch and pass-rush potential from the interior—outside of Chris Jones, Kansas City just didn't have it.' Ashton Gillotte brings burst and flexibility off the edge, standing out at the NFL Combine with elite speed-power traits. His quick hands, low pad level, and leverage make him a high-upside prospect. A shared college D-line coach with Karlaftis could ease his transition into the Chiefs' system. Gillotte made serious noise in 2023, delivering a breakout performance that turned heads across the league. Over 14 games, he racked up 11 sacks and led his team with 10 tackles for loss, showcasing both consistency and game-changing ability. His mix of speed, power, and awareness made him a constant threat off the edge. Chiefs executive Terry Bradway summed it up perfectly, calling Gillotte 'the total package' a rare compliment for a rookie, and one that hints at the high expectations the team already has for him. "This kid plays a hundred miles an hour," he said. "He's everything you want in a football player. From makeup to how he plays the game ... the guy is absolutely relentless." Also read: 'That's the most loser mentality chant': Jason Kelce slams U.S. soccer chants, Travis Kelce backs fiery new motto With a growing defensive identity rooted in youth and aggression, both Norman-Lott and Gillotte could be a key piece in helping the Chiefs sustain their dominance on both sides of the ball. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
