Steve Spagnuolo has a considerable challenge ahead as he seeks to turn around the fortunes of the Kansas City Chiefs defense for the last two seasons. As the team’s new defensive coordinator, he’s not only learning a new set of players but he’s also bringing together a new coaching staff to work with a stable offense and head coach in Andy Reid.
All that said, Spagnuolo recently admitted in an interview that a hard part was already done for him by coming to a team so set for the short and long-term at quarterback.
The Chiefs, of course, have the brightest young talent in the game at the most important position, and Spagnuolo’s recent comments make it clear that it’s a huge help for any defense to have a guy like Mahomes in place.