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Chiefs Rookie DT Savors First Career Sack and Sets Sights on More

Kansas City Chiefs-Philadelphia Eagles Week 2 inactive lists: Omarr Norman- Lott to make NFL debut

It was a high-stakes regular season matchup—but for one Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle, the moment felt like the launch of something unstoppable.

The Chiefs were on defense in the second quarter against the Eagles, when the rush was dialed up. A four-man pressure, a burst through the gap, and a thunderous hit from behind. Four yards lost, and Omarr Norman-Lott had Jalen Hurts on the ground—his first NFL sack sealed.

For a fifth-round rookie who battled through a competitive draft class to earn his spot, that sack meant far more than the stat line. It was validation.

“The second I wrapped him up and felt the impact, it was like every drill, every rep, every doubt just vanished. First sack in the books—now it's time to hunt for many more with this defense,” Norman-Lott said, adrenaline still pumping as he reflected on a play years in the forging.

The sack disrupted a promising Eagles drive led by quarterback Jalen Hurts, highlighting KC’s defensive depth and Norman-Lott’s potential to contribute right away. His imposing build—6'3" and 320 pounds with explosive quickness—and relentless motor shone through on the play, offering a peek at the interior disruptor Chiefs scouts have eyed since the 2025 NFL Draft.

At Tennessee, Norman-Lott was a dominant force across multiple seasons, amassing over 100 tackles, 15 sacks, and 25 tackles for loss in his college career. His combination of power, agility, and football IQ made him a steal in the fifth round after the 2025 NFL Draft.

Now, vying for snaps behind Chris Jones, Derrick Nnadi, and Mike Danna, Omarr isn’t projected to start immediately—but he’s forcing his way into the rotation.

Chiefs coaches have praised his grasp of the scheme, his eagerness to improve, and his impact in pass-rush drills.

With the first sack now etched in his resume, Norman-Lott’s eyes are on building momentum. For the Chiefs, it’s about fortifying a championship-caliber defense. For Omarr Norman-Lott, proving he’s a fixture in this uniform might be his biggest test yet—and he’s just warming up.

Cowboys Reunite with a Former Starter, Bolstering a Battle-Tested Defense for the Stretch Run
Dallas, TX – In a surprising yet strategic move, the Dallas Cowboys have officially signed linebacker Luke Gifford on the afternoon of October 8, 2025, just hours after the San Francisco 49ers decided to cut the veteran. The one-year, $3.5 million deal (with performance bonuses up to $1.5 million) marks an emotional homecoming for Gifford to the franchise that launched his career, while also plugging an urgent hole in Dallas’ linebacker depth after multiple injuries out of Week 5.   Gifford, 29, was a reliable glue piece for the Cowboys from 2019 to 2022—an undrafted gem who carved out his role on special teams and situational defense in the star and stripes. After leaving Dallas, he spent time with the Tennessee Titans (2023) and 49ers (2024–2025), earning a reputation as a smart, assignment-sound linebacker who can play WILL/SAM and contribute immediately on kick coverage and sub-packages.   With San Francisco this year, Gifford appeared in four games before Tuesday night’s roster shuffle left him as the odd man out. Dallas pounced. “Luke knows our standard and our language,” head coach Mike McCarthy said after practice. “He’s tough, dependable, and versatile. Given where our linebacker room is right now, he’s exactly the kind of veteran who can stabilize us fast.”   For the Cowboys—leading the NFC East at 4–1 but juggling availability at linebacker—this is timely triage and culture reinforcement. Defensive coaches value Gifford’s communication and angles in space; special teams coordinator notes he can step in on all four core units immediately. Gifford, moments after signing, posted on X: “Back where it started. Let’s work. #HowBoutThemCowboys #DC4L”   Cowboys Nation erupted online as #GiffordReturns trended across the Metroplex, with many fans framing it as a subtle flex against the 49ers—Dallas’ recent playoff nemesis. NFL Network panels speculated Gifford could suit up as early as this weekend if paperwork clears, logging early snaps on special teams and dime looks while the staff ramps him into the defensive packages.   Beyond the depth chart math, the message is clear: Dallas is moving decisively to protect its defensive identity and keep the NFC East lead. If Gifford brings the same reliability and edge-setting discipline he showed in his first stint, the Cowboys may have found the steadying piece they needed for a stretch run.   Can Luke Gifford’s homecoming spark a sturdier second level and help Dallas tighten the screws in crunch time? We’ll know soon enough. #CowboysNation #DallasCowboys #HowBoutThemCowboys