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Pass-rush options for Chiefs? Why the Carlos Dunlap signing is key to keeping pace in the AFC West

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. -- Defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo couldn’t contain his enthusiasm after the Kansas City Chiefs signed accomplished defensive end Carlos Dunlap to help revive their sagging pass rush.

"He knows how to get to the quarterback," Spagnuolo said shortly after the Chiefs added Dunlap early in training camp. "I’m always happy to add big, long guys that have experience and played in the league. It’s another veteran that’s been through the thick of things."

Dunlap’s addition now allows the Chiefs to match the other AFC West teams. All added a veteran pass-rusher during the offseason, with the Las Vegas Raiders signing Chandler Jones, the Denver Broncos bringing in Randy Gregory and the Los Angeles Chargers trading for Khalil Mack.