The Kansas City Chiefs have high expectations as they prepare for the 2024 NFL season. The back-to-back Super Bowl champions want nothing less than another title. The Chiefs have a stout offensive lineup spearheaded by Patrick Mahomes. Moreover, they added more support to their defense after engaging in a trade with the Arizona Cardinals for linebacker Cam Thomas.

Kansas City is acquiring Thomas in exchange for a seventh-round pick from Arizona, per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. The 24-year-old LB has the chance to provide meaningful support to one of the best defenses in the league.

Cam Thomas joined the Cardinals in 2022 after the team selected him with the 87th pick in the third round of the draft. He totaled 18 total tackles and a career-high three sacks during his rookie. He comes off a 2023 season where he amassed 22 tackles.

Thomas will provide helpful depth to Kansas City's defense, which is partially led by safety Justin Reid. Reid led the Chiefs in tackles in 2023 (95).

Of course, offensively, Kansas City looks for Patrick Mahomes to lead the charge. The two-time MVP was in huge the playoffs, helping the Chiefs overcome numerous foes and win Super Bowl 58. Mahomes is not the only one who makes an impact. KC's executive team is equally as impressive.

Chiefs' culture starts at the top

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In April 2024, head Coach Andy Reid and Kansas City's exec group received massive contract extensions. CEO Clark Hunt released a statement when the news of the leadership group's extensions broke.

“Mark, Brett, and Andy have achieved historic success together, and we are thrilled that they will continue in their roles for many years to come,” Hunt said. “Individually, Mark, Brett, and Andy each represent the best in the National Football League at their respective positions, and together, they make up one of the finest leadership teams in all of professional sports. They have been tremendous leaders for this organization on and off the field, and we look forward to their continued success in the years ahead.” Clark stated.

With the front office and players still intact, the Chiefs can attain their goal of three-peating in 2024-25.