Chris Jones Gets Emotional Before Chiefs vs Texans Playoff Game
Ahead of the Kansas City Chiefs’ playoff matchup against the Houston Texans, defensive tackle Chris Jones had an emotional moment during the national anthem.
Fans quickly took note of his tears, viewing it as a good omen for the Chiefs.
A Familiar Moment for Chiefs Fans
As the national anthem played at Arrowhead Stadium, cameras caught Jones, one of the Chiefs’ key players, wiping tears from his eyes.
The 30-year-old was back on the field after recovering from a calf injury, and his emotional display seemed to resonate with fans watching at home.
This wasn’t the first time Jones had shown such emotion before a big game.
He had a similar reaction during the national anthem before the Chiefs’ Super Bowl win against the San Francisco 49ers in Las Vegas the previous year.
Fans Believe His Tears Are a Good Sign
It didn’t take long for fans to react on social media, speculating that Jones’ tears were a sign of good things to come for the Chiefs.
One fan tweeted, “Chris Jones crying again. Chiefs by 50.” Another added, “Chris Jones shedding tears during the national anthem again… you know what that means.” One fan even posted, “Chris Jones tear alert, hopefully a good sign for today.”
The Chiefs Hive account, a popular fan page, shared, “Chris Jones shed a tear in the anthem. When he does this the Chiefs are undefeated. I actually don’t know if that is true, but it feels like it.”
Jones’ Emotional Moment Before the Game
Before the game, Jones was seen in an even more private moment.
NFL reporter James Palmer shared footage of Jones praying in the tunnel at Arrowhead, adding to the sense that the Chiefs were poised for something special.
Jones, who was drafted by the Chiefs in the second round in 2016, has been with the team ever since.
A crucial part of their defense, he’s already a three-time Super Bowl champion and is now chasing an unprecedented third consecutive title.
In March 2024, Jones signed a lucrative five-year, $158.75 million contract to remain with the Chiefs for the long haul.
Looking Ahead
As the Chiefs continue their playoff run, all eyes will be on Jones and his emotional pre-game rituals.
Fans are clearly hopeful that the emotional display signals yet another deep postseason run, with the team chasing history once again.
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