The Kansas City Chiefs’ offensive line was significantly affected by injuries, as the group was rarely at full strength. Last offseason, veteran offensive tackle Jaylon Moore signed a two-year, $30 million contract to be the ultimate utility lineman with starter ability, able to step in at any spot efficiently.

Moore started in place of Josh Simmons, who was a late scratch due to personal reasons, before the Week 6 matchup with the Detroit Lions. He earned praise for a solid performance on short notice, immediately adjusting to being the starting left tackle in Simmons’ absence through Week 9.

“Jaylon (Moore), I thought, did a nice job. “He just had a baby too, which is a great thing, last night or early this morning — however you want to put it,” said head coach Andy Reid during his press conference after Week 6. “He stepped in.” Josh (Simmons) was gone for personal reasons, so for him to step in was a nice thing, and I thought he did a nice job. Attribute (that) to Andy for rolling tho se guys during the week and getting that part done.”

Moore stepped into the starting lineup again after an injury to Jawaan Taylor in week 12. He would move over to play right tackle and started weeks 13 and 14 before suffering an injury himself, shortening his season.