Chiefs impressed with OLB Dee Ford's athleticism at rookie minicamp
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Chiefs coach Andy Reid says outside linebacker Dee Ford showed impressive athleticism during the team's three-day rookie minicamp.
Kansas City selected Ford with the 23rd overall pick in this year's draft. Ford played his college ball at Auburn, where he had 20½ sacks and 27½ tackles for loss in 52 games.
Ford is transitioning from defensive end with the Tigers to outside linebacker with the Chiefs. Reid says Ford has done a great job of learning the defense and his new position.
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Ford gives Kansas City another pass rusher after the Chiefs had 47 sacks last season, tied for sixth in the NFL. Reid says Ford "brings a lot of energy."
The rookie minicamp ended on Monday.