Kansas City Chiefs: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Trent McDuffie News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / March 9

Trent McDuffie’s Extension with Rams Validates Chiefs' Trade

The Kansas City Chiefs caused shockwaves around the NFL by trading All-Pro cornerback Trent McDuffie to the Los Angeles Rams for a haul of draft picks, including the No.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / March 9

Latest FA Running Back News Not Ideal for Chiefs

At this point in the offseason, it has been well-documented that the Kansas City Chiefs desperately need to revamp several areas of the roster, including running back.

NFL News / Football Analysis / March 9

Chiefs Face $105M Financial Cliff As Fired Dolphins Coach Lands With Division Rival—And Mahomes May Not Be Ready

Eighteen days. That’s how long Mike McDaniel stayed unemployed after the Dolphins fired him on January 8 following a 7-10 collapse. By January 26, he was standing inside Chargers headquarters in Los Angeles, drawing up plays for Justin Herbert.

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The 'NFL tackles-for-loss leaders' quiz

How many of the 50 players in NFL history to rack up at least 100 tackles-for-loss in their career can you name in seven minutes?

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Kansas City Chiefs News / Football Analysis / March 9

Chiefs Dump $80M Super Bowl Champion After 49 Penalties—Most By Any Lineman In 3 Years

January 5, Jawaan Taylor opened Instagram and typed what the Chiefs front office hadn’t yet made official. “Year 7. Not the ending we imagined,” the right tackle wrote, two full months before Kansas City released him in early March.

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2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

Most of the NFL mock drafts focus on the early rounds, but there are still many prominent college players who will hear their names called later. These are just some of the big names that could hear their names in the later rounds.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / March 9

As Free Agency Begins, Chiefs Must Be Controlled Aggressors

Free agency begins on Monday afternoon when the legal tampering period opens up for NFL teams across the league landscape. While not all deals will become official until the start of the league year on Wednesday at 4 pm Eastern, signings and trades will be made in the coming days.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Yardbarker / March 9

Reporter pours cold water on stunning Chiefs, Travis Kelce update

Kelce's future remains a point of speculation.

'One of the Biggest Issues for the Chiefs': NFL Expert Predicts Kansas City’s Offseason Move

What Must the Kansas City Chiefs Do to Become Contenders?

The 'NFL tight end receiving leaders' quiz

Kansas City Chiefs News / Field Level Media / March 9

Report: TE Travis Kelce wants to keep playing, perhaps not for Chiefs

Star tight end Travis Kelce wants to continue his NFL career after 13 years with the Kansas City Chiefs and could be open to playing for another team, The Athletic reported on Sunday.

Travis Kelce News / Yardbarker / March 9

Travis Kelce may be in for harsh reality check during free agency

Travis Kelce may be in for harsh reality check during NFL free agency

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce could soon be in for a bitter reality.

Trey Smith sends defiant message to those burying the Chiefs dynasty

Chiefs TE Travis Kelce opens up about retirement amid uncertainty

Rams live up to reputation with blockbuster trade for Chiefs All-Pro corner

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NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / March 8

Travis Kelce Expected To Play In 2026; Likely To Talk To Other Teams

Two months since the end of a disappointing Chiefs season, future Hall of Fame tight end Travis Kelce has not announced whether he will return in 2026.

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2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / March 8

3 Urgent Chiefs Questions Created by Latest Travis Kelce Update

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – To end a week filled with cryptic tweets from Chiefs cornerback Jaylen Watson, Dianna Russini dropped her own enigmatic post on Sunday afternoon.

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Kansas City Chiefs News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 8

Chiefs TE Travis Kelce Motivated To Return For Season 14

Dianna Russini reports that TE Travis Kelce “appears motivated” to return for his 14th season, adding that the Chiefs are in the mix to re-sign him. It was recently reported that the Chiefs have had some communication with Kelce about a return, and Kansas City has been clear all offseason about their desire to have him back in 2026.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Larry Brown Sports / March 8

Notable update emerges on Travis Kelce’s playing future

Travis Kelce is flirting with retirement for a second consecutive offseason. Much like last offseason, however, it appears increasingly likely that he will play at least one more year.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / March 8

Chiefs 2026 Free-Agency Roster Tracker: Latest Updates, Signings

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Chad O’Shea, welcome back to Kansas City. Over his first two months on the job, the new Chiefs wide receivers coach has had only six players on his student manifest: Xavier Worthy, Rashee Rice, Jalen Royals, Jason Brownlee, Jimmy Holiday and Andrew Armstrong.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Athlon Sports / March 8

Chiefs Expected to Break Tradition for 36-Year-Old NFL Star

The Chiefs have several traditions, one being a winning dynasty. However, beyond that, developing young talent, managing the salary cap, and avoiding large financial commitments to aging veterans have also been cornerstones of the Kansas City Chiefs’ recent success.

Steve Spagnuolo News / A to Z Sports / March 8

KC Chiefs could break tradition in free agency to reunite Steve Spagnuolo with a future Hall of Famer he coached 14 years ago

With 2026 NFL free agency on the Kansas City Chiefs' doorstep, one big problem they've got to solve is the pass rush. Chiefs GM Brett Veach's typical modus operandi in free agency is to go after young players who are seeking a second contract, but can't get one from their original team for one reason or another.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Total Pro Sports / March 8

Former Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl Champion WR Shockingly Retires, Becomes Rapper

A former Kansas City Chiefs star wide receiver has changed careers after a four-year career in the NFL. After spending time with the New York Giants, the Chiefs and the Cleveland Browns, Kadarius Toney has not played in the league since 2024.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Gridiron Heroics / March 7

'One of the Biggest Issues for the Chiefs': NFL Expert Predicts Kansas City’s Offseason Move

The Kansas City Chiefs could face a critical decision at quarterback as they approach the upcoming NFL season. With uncertainty surrounding Patrick Mahomes’ readiness for Week 1, analysts believe the team may need to strengthen its depth at the position.

Mike Caliendo News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 7

Chiefs Not Planning To Tender RFA G Mike Caliendo

Jeremy Fowler of ESPN reports that the Chiefs do not plan to use a restricted tender on G Mike Caliendo. This means that Caliendo will be an unrestricted free agent next week. Caliendo, 27, signed with the Chiefs as an undrafted free agent out of Western Michigan following the 2022 NFL Draft.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Athlon Sports / March 7