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Chris Jones Admits to Lying About Past Controversial Comment

Chris Jones Admits to Lying About Past Controversial Comment
World Sports · 23:47:15 - Tuesday, 10 November 2026

Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones has admitted to lying about a past controversial comment, according to a report published on November 8, 2026. The admission comes on the same day Jones recorded a sack against New York Jets quarterback Geno Smith during the Chiefs' game at Arrowhead Stadium.

Details regarding the specific comment and the circumstances of the admission were not immediately disclosed. Jones, a key member of the Chiefs' defensive line, has been a prominent figure for the franchise since being drafted in 2016.

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