Chiefs Rookie R Mason Thomas Assigned No. 51 Jersey

R Mason Thomas has been identified as a draft pick with the potential to contribute immediately for the Kansas City Chiefs. As a Day 2 or Day 3 selection, expectations are building for his ability to integrate into the team's rotation early in his professional career. The Chiefs have officially announced that the rookie edge rusher will wear jersey No. 51, a number more suited and required for his specific NFL position.