Chris Jones, the Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle, has garnered significant attention during the Chiefs vs. Bills game. During the AFC Championship Game, fans couldn’t help but notice Jones crying. Many fans want to know why he was crying during the NFL game.
Read on to know more.
Why was Chris Jones crying?
Chris Jones, the Kansas City Chiefs’ star defensive tackle, once again showed his emotional side during the AFC Championship game against the Buffalo Bills. Known for tearing up during the national anthem, Jones was seen wiping away tears as retired Navy Petty Officer Generald Wilson delivered a stirring performance before kickoff. Later in the game, as the Chiefs secured their 32-29 victory, Jones was again overcome with emotion as he hugged teammates on the sideline.
Some viewers took to social media to express their concern about Jones getting emotional. One user wrote, “Why is Chris jones crying so much is he ok.” Another commented on X, “THEY GOT MY BIG HOMIE (CHRIS JONES) CRYING BRO!” Following the game, Jones emphasized how challenging the road to victory has been for the Chiefs. He said, “All we wanted was an opportunity to play for [a three-peat]. We’re there. You have to start over with the young core you have… You have to instill the habits of trust, chemistry… Build the outfit throughout the year… We had to overcome a lot of injuries early on. It tells you about the resilience of this team.”
Despite recording just one tackle against the Bills, Jones played a crucial role, disrupting Buffalo’s offense. Talking to the reporters, Jones acknowledged the challenge of stopping Bills quarterback Josh Allen and their top running back, James Cook. Speaking about the team’s strategy, Jones said, “As long as we’re rushing him disciplined, I think we can affect him (Allen). We’ve got to be [under] the umbrella of discipline.”
