Kansas City Chiefs DT Chris Jones On Coach Reid: 'The White Father In My Life'

Every time a TKC reader is tempted to think that this nation hasn't made VERY REAL, REMARKABLE & HISTORICALLY UNPRECEDENTED ADVANCES IN RACE RELATIONS . . .

Read this quote and realize that is was universally accepted by a very large & vocal contingent of football fans in Kansas City . . .

Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones started the season a game late due to a lengthy contract dispute and hold-out. The two sides secured a deal to get him back on the field, but he always kept good conversations with the coaching staff. During Wednesday’s press conference, Jones spoke about his relationship with Reid transcending the player and coach dynamic.

“He’s been amazing. He’s been like, don’t kill me for this, like the white father in my life,” Jones explained to a chorus of laughter with the reporters. “He’s been very inspirational. His son, Britt Reid, is like a brother to me. His wife Sparkles, she’s like a mother to me, too. So, you know, for me, he’s been family.”

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Chiefs DT Chris Jones calls HC Andy Reid the 'White Father' in his life

Kansas City #Chiefs defensive lineman Chris Jones called head coach Andy Reid the "white father' in his life during comments to the media.

Now among NFL coaching greats, Andy Reid is also a father figure to Chiefs' players

The Kansas City Chiefs head coach built an amazing record - and a group of players who think of him as a father.

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