KANSAS CITY, Mo. — When the first notes of the national anthem are played at the Super Bowl on Sunday, and Louisianan Jon Batiste launches into his rendition, chances are that Kansas City defensive tackle Chris Jones will have tears flowing from his eyes.

The Kansas City defensive tackle made a beeline for the US President to shake his hand ahead of kick-off at Caesars Superdome, grabbing the attention of many with the unexpected interaction

On Monday, Jones, the former Mississippi State standout, took to social media to send a parting message to Kansas City fans following the heartbreaking loss. "What a year….KC," Jones wrote on X.