WATCH: Eric Berry gets a standing ovation at Chiefs luncheon

Aug 21, 2015; Kansas City, MO, USA; Kansas City Chiefs strong safety Eric Berry (29) watches play on the sidelines during the second half against the Seattle Seahawks at Arrowhead Stadium. The Chiefs won 14-13. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports

Eric Berry said he drove through the Arrowhead Stadium parking lot just to smell the barbecue before he made his emotional on-field return.

He missed the Chiefs fans. And by the applause he received at this kickoff luncheon, that feeling is mutual.

https://twitter.com/ChiefsReporter/status/639136733318131712?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw

Berry is more than just a star player now. The cancer surivor is a symbol of strength to all Kansas Citians, and they let him know it.

(h/t Arrowhead Addict)