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Oct 5, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers offensive lineman Aireontae Ersery (69) celebrates quarterback Max Brosmer's (16) touchdown against the USC Trojans during the first half at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images
It is time for Kansas City to find a long-term solution at the left tackle position that will serve as a reliable blindside blocker for Mahomes.
Aireontae Ersery was a three-year starter at Minnesota, showcasing the ability to keep pass rushers at bay with his strong frame and long arms.
At 6'5" and 339 pounds, Ersery is capable of developing into a very solid left tackle in the NFL. He tends to stay too upright with limited knee bend, but he is quick and possesses versatile pass-blocking techniques.
Nov 16, 2024; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks defensive tackle T.J. Sanders (90) sacks Missouri Tigers quarterback Brady Cook (12) in the second quarter at Williams-Brice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-Imagn Images
Pass rush was non-existent in the 40-22 loss to Philadelphia, and the heavy reliance on Chris Jones opening up lanes for his counterparts cannot be the formula each time the Chiefs rush with four.
With two first-round investments in recent memory on the edge -- George Karlaftis (2022) and Felix Anudike-Uzomah (2024) -- it is time to address the interior defensive line and alleviate some of the load off of Jones' shoulders.
T.J. Sanders is a twitchy, strong athlete who can form an elite defensive tackle tandem with Jones. Both players can each win at the point of attack.



Mississippi Rebels tight end Caden Prieskorn (86) hauls in a reception between Duke Blue Devils linebacker Alex Howard (3) and safety DaShawn Stone (8) during the first quarter of the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl Thursday, Jan. 2, 2025 at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union]