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Kansas City Chiefs DE Ashton Gillotte reflects on his camp fight with Josh Simmons
During Saturday's press conference, Kansas City Chiefs defensive lineman Ashton Gillotte reflects on his camp fight with Josh Simmons | @EdEastonJr
Chiefs’ Ashton Gillotte on Josh Simmons scuffle, how the rookies push each other
Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Ashton Gillotte (97), left, and offensive tackle Josh Simmons (71) get into a scuffle during training camp at Missouri Western State University on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, in St. Joseph. Emily Curiel ecuriel@kcstar.com
Ashton Gillotte learning to ‘uphold the standard’ of playing for the Chiefs
Fortunately, there are plenty of experienced Chiefs players who are ready to help him meet that standard. Before Kansas City drafted him in the third round in April’s NFL Draft, Gillotte already had a relationship with fourth-year defensive end George Karlaftis through Louisville defensive line coach Mark Hagen, who had coached Karlaftis at Purdue.
Chiefs rookie Ashton Gillotte finds mentorship, close bond with George Karlaftis
Steve Spagnuolo called rookie defensive end Ashton Gillotte a ‘natural knee-bender’ after practice at training camp earlier this week.
Chiefs see healthy rookie competition between Josh Simmons, Ashton Gillotte
Chiefs rookies Josh Simmons and Ashton Gillotte are pushing each other in camp. Coach Andy Reid says their friendly rivalry is healthy as both chase starting roles.
Josh Simmons vs. Ashton Gillotte at training camp
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Chiefs HC Andy Reid Names Surprise Draft Pick in Starting Conversation
Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid talked about an unexpected draft pick as a rookie that is fighting for a starting job.
Chiefs’ Andy Reid speaks up on intense rookie battle
Kansas City Chiefs coach Andy Reid made his true feelings known about rookies Josh Simmons and Ashton Gillotte.
How Andy Reid Views the Chiefs' "Rookie Rivalry"
The Kansas City Chiefs' training camp is recognized as one of the most competitive in the National Football League, especially since the start of the decade. Wi ...
Rookie Ashton Gillotte determined to listen and learn: 'I want to be on the team'
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Kansas City Chiefs HC Andy Reid reacts to the camp scuffle between rookie standouts
During Sunday's press conference, Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid reacted to the camp scuffle between rookie ...
Chiefs Love Fight in Their Rookies, Especially When They Fight
What matters most isn’t the size of the NFL player in the fight, it’s the size of the fight in the NFL player. And when Josh Simmons and Ashton Gillotte fought ...
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'That usually means you're a pretty good football player' - Chiefs DC Steve Spagnuolo encouraged with rookie defender's development
'That usually means you're a pretty good football player' - Chiefs DC Steve Spagnuolo encouraged with rookie defender's ...
Travis Kelce helps break up fight as tensions run high at Chiefs training camp
Travis Kelce was trying to prevent the start of “Cruel Summer” at Chiefs training camp when he broke up a scuffle between ...