The Super Bowl loss would surely still sting, but seems like the Chiefs aren’t wasting time dwelling on it. Andy Reid and his staff are already making moves, and that starts with adding two new coaches to the mix. With the offseason in full swing, Kansas City is fine-tuning every aspect of the team to stay ahead of the competition. So, who are the new faces joining Reid’s staff, and what do they bring to the table?
The Chiefs officially announced the hires on X, stating: “We have made two new additions to our coaching staff, Matt House and Chris Orr. Matt will be our Senior Defensive Assistant, and Chris will be our Defensive Quality Control Coach.” It’s clear that Kansas City is prioritizing its defense—and for good reason. The Eagles exposed their weaknesses in the Super Bowl, and some believe they could have easily put up 40+ points if they had kept pressing. Now, all eyes are on House and Orr to help tighten things up on that side of the ball.
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House for one is no stranger to Kansas City. He previously served as the Chiefs’ linebackers coach and played a key role in their 2019 Super Bowl-winning season before moving on to LSU as defensive coordinator. His return brings familiarity and experience that could prove invaluable. Meanwhile, Orr, who most recently coached at Jackson State, was part of their 2024 HBCU National Championship staff. He also spent time in the NFL as a player with the Carolina Panthers, bringing a fresh perspective to the defensive unit.
Well, for the Chiefs, the timing of these hires couldn’t be more crucial, especially given the news that they are losing an integral member of their defensive staff. According to NFL insider Tom Pelissero, defensive assistant Donald D’Alesio is set to leave Kansas City for the Ravens, where he’ll take over as defensive backs coach. “The Ravens are hiring Donald D’Alesio as their defensive backs coach, per source. D’Alesio spent the past four seasons with the Chiefs and is still only 33. A bright young coach,” Pelissero shared on X.
With new faces stepping in and key departures shaking up the staff, it’s clear that Kansas City is entering a pivotal offseason. The question now is—how will these changes shape the Chiefs’ defense in 2025?
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