The Kansas City Chiefs’ second-round wide receiver Rashee Rice got his first taste of live NFL action during Sunday’s preseason matchup against the New Orleans Saints, playing 24 snaps (the most snaps among the team’s wideouts) and collecting three catches for 30 yards.
“I think I played well,” Rice declared to reporters after Tuesday’s training camp practice back at Missouri Western State University in St. Joseph. “For me, being able to transition from college to the NFL? It’s a big spotlight — and a lot different game feel.”
Rice flashed his run-after-the-catch ability on a short screen pass that went for 13 yards — and then showcased exceptional toughness on his other two catches as he absorbed big hits.