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Beyond the Chiefs: Will Shields talks about his life, family and love of music

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Will Shields tilted his head and paused a moment as he pondered the question.

Is there anything that people might be surprised to learn about you?

“I’m pretty basic,” said the Pro Football Hall of Famer and former Chiefs offensive guard. “Nothing outlandish, that kind of thing.”

Unless taking a power nap in his locker before every game might qualify.

“I’d do it right before the game — just take a nap in my locker,” he said. “I’d tell them, ‘Wake me up five minutes before we go out.’

“I used to drive my teammates crazy with that.