Steve Spagnuolo On Chiefs Defense, Super Bowl Memories & Chris Jones

Chris Long talks with Chiefs defensive coordinator and former Rams head coach Steve Spagnuolo about the defense he's built in Kansas City, making adjustments, playing Josh Allen and facing Bill Belichick.

00:00 - Intro
1:15 - Antonio Pierce in Las Vegas
4:00 - Culture in Kansas City
8:40 - Defending the red zone
13:50 - Defensive backs rushing the passer
15:25 - Josh Allen's magic
17:15 - Nick Bolton
18:35 - Halftime adjustments as a DC
20:45 - Facing Bill Belichick
23:30 - Ken Flajole's tattoo

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[GreenLightPodcast]

Which team would you least want to play in the playoffs this season?

[mikedeck]

This is so good Chris, lean into this. Hearing from coordinators is so rare, fun and interesting.

[coleathan]

As a chiefs fan I really appreciate this. A side of spags I haven’t gotten to see. I can’t tell you what he means to the organization, we were so spoiled by our offense but always held back by our defense in those first few years with pat. Truly deserves his respect.

[LevMass]

Love Spags. Seems like one of the most genuine guys in football. I know it’s a thankless job to be a defensive coordinator. Any time you are talked about, it’s normally because you are on the hot seat. But it seems like all the defense has nothing but good things to say about him, Cullen, Merrit, Daly, and that whole staff on defense. Hope he will stick around a few more seasons then go and enjoy a long and fulfilling retirement.

[ryanwhite]

Spags legitimately gives some of the best press conferences and interviews. Cuz he's genuine. He'll ACTUALLY tell you something. He's open and honest. He's always been a great coach, with a phenomenal resume. 4 super bowl tings as a DC. And he's such a good dude. Really glad KC has this guy.

[natebecker]

Spags is awesome! He's been such a great addition to the KC staff. I know he had HC dreams but I selfishly never want him to leave lol

[ryanwhite]

The end of that really had me genuinely smiling. That's wholesome shit right there.

[greencuban]

Coach Spags is the best DC in the league and an incredible overall person💯

[xerosolar]

Awesome interview, love when players and coaches interact because these real intricate questions pop up, Spags is such a cool man

[bigchief]

Case in point. SB 54, SB 55, Superb effort game away SB 56, SB 57, Read'em and Weep 🤘😤🤘fact: Steve Spags 4th Qtr DEFENSE are truly the ones to seal the deal for the WIN once Mahomes Offense accomplishes Winning points Go! Chiefs. I believe in you 🤘Take Me To The Top 🏆

[ginachiefs]

Nice surprise to see Spags get some time on a pod! 🙌🏻 Frickin’ awesome Chris. And Mike Dana & Dru recognition! Long overdue 😎

[Splathew]

Love Spags. This was a good get for the show

[jackson]

My defensive Coordinator. I absolutely have nothing but love for Coach Spags. He knows how to motivate our guys and keep our guys going at 120 percent. Drue has been a God Send like coach said. Drue has played big and so has Mike Danna!! Leo Channel has came up big like no one else. George karlaftis is huge when everyone is paying attention to Chris Jones as well Trent McDuffie is the best DB we have as well one of the best overall

[kithowell]

Steve spagnolo let's go super bowl bro im glad we have you im.glad we helped as defense head coach.

[chappy]

Chris, love your podcast, love your analysis. You're causing me to be a bigger fan of the game. Your interview questions are great, this was pure gold.

[frogarchist]

Awesome interview, Chris. Spags is always great to listen to, and you did a great job.

[JayyBanks]

Really good informational conversation

[crohm]

Old school guy who played D, LOVED getting to know more about a legendary defensive coach! Thanks Chris and team!

[tomcraft]

Great content and great questions Chris 👏

[loganhill]

Spags proving once again, especially in the playoffs, that he is one of the best in the business and knows how to make a great gameplan to shut teams down. It's crazy to look at the stats for points allowed in the 2nd half not only does he make a great plan but is willing amd great at making adjustments at halftime