Chiefs’ Andy Reid reveals why he loves KC (including a certain milkshake and burger)

Chances are you know Andy Reid best by his stoic sideline demeanor, the typically “name, rank, serial number” tone of his news conferences (lest he betray any secrets) and for being the behind-the-scenes genius who has animated Patrick Mahomes’ considerable talents.

He encourages his players to let their personalities show … only to mostly cloak his own in favor of a self-possessed command presencto three Super Bowl victories in the last five seasons on his way to certain induction in the Pro Football Hall of Fame, is engaging and versatile in ways we seldom see — including keen emotional intelligence and a deft sense of humor accentuated by how sparingly he flashes it.

All of that has made him a Kansas City treasure they’ll build a statue for one day. Uniquely KC, you could say, and such a part of our landscape now that he recently was willing to share a little of what makes Kansas City unique to him.e.