Playing with the lead: Defensive stats with context
Putting the Chiefs hot start on defense in perspective
The Kansas City Chiefs have started the 2022 season very well on defense. They’ve started exceptionally well when compared to some of Steve Spagnuolo’s other Chiefs defenses. They’re in the top half of most defensive metrics in the NFL, and rank 14th in defensive DVOA through four weeks. By all accounts, this Chiefs defense is pulling their weight and i…