The Kansas City Chiefs and Tampa Bay Buccaneers battled under the lights on Saturday night for preseason Week 2. A physical contest that gave some starters more playing time on both sides of the ball for Kansas City.
Quarterbacks Justin Fields and Garrett Nussmeier had extended stints with mixed results in moving the ball downfield. Jalen Royals had a strong effort along with tight end Jake Briningstool. Kenneth Walker had his first carries with the Chiefs while Travis Kelce played a few snaps to begin the game.
The defense was active and effective, with a pass rush from Felix Anudike-Uzomah, who secured a bone-crushing sack in the first half. Jaden Hicks continues to play well through two preseason games with a sack and forced fumble on Saturday.
Check out how some of Kansas City's stars fared in the Chiefs' loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers:
Stock Up: Harrison Butker
Butker was the most consistent offensive player in the first half, converting on three field goals, one of which was a long of 69 yards, marking the longest field goal in franchise history. He missed a PAT and field goal attempt in the second half but showcased a strong leg heading into the new season.
Stock Down: Jared Wiley
Wiley had two catches for 15 yards but was saddled with some noticeable errors during his time on the field. He dropped a few passes and cost the Chiefs with two penalties, including a holding penalty that pushed Butker's attempt back in the second half.
Stock Up: Jalen Royals
A much-needed standout effort for Royals as he led the team in receiving with 6 catches for 51 yards.
This article originally appeared on Chiefs Wire: Stock Watch: Which Chiefs impressed in preseason Week 2 vs. Buccaneers
