KC Chiefs: Five Standout Players Vs Arizona Cardinals

Sep 7, 2014; Kansas City, MO, USA; Tennessee Titans quarterback Jake Locker (10) is sacked by Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Mike DeVito (70) and outside linebacker Justin Houston (50) during the first half at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports

Mike DeVito is strong. Like straight-up backyard, country, flipping-tractor-tires strong.

He lined up in different gaps along the line and won several battles last night against the Cardinals starting offense.

DeVito missed last season with an Achilles injury, a serious setback for any athlete, so the best news is that he looked 100-percent in the limited snaps he saw last night.

He’s got an old-school football player feel about him. Just tell him where to show up and when and he’s game.

He said a few weeks ago that this team is building a bully, according to KCChiefs.com. It looks like he’s going to do his part and more for that unit. When he’s been healthy in his seven-year career, he’s a clog in run support and his motor is non-stop.

He was asked to take a pay cut before the season, according to NBC Sports, and he did.

Not only will DeVito bring production, he’s a leadership guy. He’s got an old-school football player feel about him. Just tell him where to show up and when, and he’s game. Reminiscent of Buffalo Bills veteran Kyle Williams. They live for the grind.

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