Chiefs Rookie Shocks NFL by Turning Down Big Endorsement Deal — Chooses Team Over Spotlight

Kansas City, MO – July 13, 2025

The NFL offseason is often dominated by flashy sponsorships and social media deals. But inside the Kansas City Chiefs’ camp, one rookie is quietly earning respect for putting football — and his teammates — first.

Josh Simmons, Kansas City’s breakout first-round pick from Ohio State, recently stunned fans by turning down a lucrative endorsement contract. The reason? He wants every moment to count as he fights to prove himself on the field.

In a world where so many rookies race toward the spotlight, Simmons’s focus stands out. “This isn’t the time for commercials or endorsements,” he explained to local reporters. “It’s the time to grind, to earn respect in this locker room, and to show Chiefs fans I’m here for the long haul. The cameras can wait — my team can’t.”

Simmons’s work ethic has already made an impression in Kansas City. Coaches rave about his relentless motor and his willingness to learn. Veteran players have been seen giving him extra reps after practice, a rare sign of approval in the high-pressure world of the NFL.

Chiefs fans are taking notice too. On X (formerly Twitter), the hashtag #AllBusinessSimmons is picking up steam, with supporters calling his attitude “exactly what this franchise needs.”

After a rookie offseason marked by standout minicamp performances and a reputation for hustle, Simmons is quickly becoming a symbol of Kansas City’s new era — tough, hungry, and selfless.

As the Chiefs look to turn the page and build a contender, Josh Simmons’s example might just be the spark the city has been waiting for.

Quote for the graphic: "This isn’t the time for commercials or endorsements. It’s the time to grind, earn respect in this locker room, and show Chiefs fans I’m here for the long haul. The cameras can wait — my team can’t."