Dave Toub explains Chiefs decision at long snapper

Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY SportsJames Winchester won the battle over Andrew East to replace longtime veteran Thomas Gafford.

The Kansas City Chiefs have officially decided upon a winner in the battle for long snapper to replace longtime veteran Thomas Gafford. James Winchester was the last man standing after the team released Andrew East.

Gafford signed with the Chicago Bears earlier this offseason, and it was clear that special teams coach Dave Toub had a major decision between two inexperienced players. He elaborated on the decision to go with Winchester on Monday.

"It was a long process, but it was a good process," said Toub on the decision. "We really did our due diligence with it. We…