Ashton Gillotte, the Kansas City Chiefs' third-round draft pick, shared insights during his introductory press conference about his strong connection to teammate George Karlaftis. Both players were coached by Mark Hagen at Louisville and Purdue, which laid the foundation for their bond. Gillotte highlighted how Karlaftis has played a mentoring role for him, particularly in refining his pass-rushing skills through collaborative film study and practice observations.

In his college career, Gillotte showcased impressive statistics, including 40.5 tackles for loss and 26.5 sacks over four seasons. He was recognized as a Second-team All-ACC last season, signifying his potential impact in the NFL. The Chiefs’ history with the 66th overall pick includes notable selections, creating anticipation around Gillotte's future contributions.