Mike Pennel has 11 years of NFL experience across two stints with the Kansas City Chiefs and four other NFL teams. At this stage of his career, the veteran defensive lineman says what matters most has changed toward two things: winning and mentorship.
As the Chiefs ease back into training camp and prepare for their first preseason exhibitions, Pennel has taken on an important role beyond his rotational reps up front—which are impactful on their own. He's also an experienced player in a room filled with young options, a valuable voice who can provide meaningful insights into a game that looms large for those coming in.