Chris Jones (Photo via Twitter)

Chris Jones knows how to do two things: Cry during the National Anthem and sack the opposing quarterback.

Kansas City fans have come to see Jones’ tear-stained cheeks during the anthem quite a bit over the years. Before the AFC Championship Game in 2023, Jones was in tears before his team took on the Cincinnati Bengals.

Nine months ago, the feared pass rusher was also crying his eyes out before the Chiefs took on the Houston Texans.

The same thing happened once again before Monday Night Football.

Chris Jones couldn’t control his emotions during the national anthem as he got set to face the Washington Commanders at Arrowhead on Monday Night Football in the final matchup of Week 9.

Before the game, retired United States Air Force Master Sergeant Robert Carter performed The Star-Spangled Banner. ESPN captured the national anthem performance as well as Jones’ reaction to it.

Chris Jones Helps The Chiefs Stay Hot

Sep 28, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Chris Jones (95) takes the field prior to a game against the Baltimore Ravens at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

Remember when the Kansas City Chiefs were 0-2 and everyone thought they were dead in the water?

Now, the team is 5-3 after winning five of the past six games.

The Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Washington Commanders, 28-7, on Monday night, behind a strong second half, to move to 5-3 on the season.

Chris Jones may not have had the best statistical game, but his presence alone made sure that the Commanders’ offense could only score once all game long.

On the year, he has six combined tackles and two sacks.

Jones has rebounded nicely from being exposed for his lack of effort during a game-winning drive by the Jacksonville Jaguars earlier this month.

“I thought multiple times we had him. We’ve just gotta finish,” Chris Jones said of the final play at the time.

Luka Doncic ‘destroys’ the Mavs on his return. Gets standing ovation and shows love to Mark Cuban

Luka Doncic hits 45 points in his first game in Dallas since being traded to the Los Angeles.

It’s rare for a home crowd to cheer the visiting team, but Luka Doncic’s return to Dallas was no ordinary night.

Just days before February’s trade deadline, the Mavericks shocked the NBA by sending their 26-year-old superstar to the Lakers—a move that outraged fans and sparked backlash toward GM Nico Harrison.

On Wednesday, Doncic played his first game back in Dallas since the trade. The arena was filled with fans in both his old Mavs and new Lakers jerseys, many chanting “Fire Nico” in protest.

Despite the emotion in the air, Doncic delivered a dominant performance, scoring a game-high 45 points to lead the Lakers to a 112-97 win. It was a powerful return for one of the league’s brightest stars—and a night Dallas won’t soon forget

The Mavericks pay tribute to Luka Dončić

While the Mavericks’ decision to trade Luka Doncic remains heavily criticized, they handled his return to Dallas with undeniable grace. The organization made sure his first game back as a Laker was met with respect and appreciation.

Every seat in the arena was draped with a T-shirt reading “Hvala za vse,” which translates from Slovenian to “thank you for everything.” It was a thoughtful nod to Doncic’s heritage and impact on the franchise.

Before tip-off, during the starting lineup announcements, the Mavericks played a tribute video showcasing some of Doncic’s most iconic moments in a Dallas jersey. The emotional gesture clearly resonated—moving Doncic to tears in front of the crowd that once called him their own.

Luka Doncic ‘DESTROYS’ his old team

Luka delivered a dazzling performance against his former team, putting up 45 points on 16-of-28 shooting, including 7-of-10 from beyond the arc. He also added 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals in a game that showed exactly why he’s one of the best in the league.

From the opening tip, Doncic was locked in. By halftime, Doncic had racked up 31 points on 11-of-16 shooting in just 19 minutes—marking the 10th time in his career he’s scored 30 or more in a single half.

Though his scoring slowed in the second half, he continued to lead effectively, securing both a Lakers win and an unforgettable showing for the fans in Dallas.