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Chiefs Release 1st Veteran in Salary-Cap Move

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Late in the third quarter of the Jan. 4 season finale, Mike Danna made his final play for the Chiefs. He broke through the line of scrimmage and met rookie Ashton Jeanty for a 2-yard loss.

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Kansas City Chiefs inch further toward salary cap compliance with tough roster move involving 2020 NFL Draft pick

The Kansas City Chiefs are one step closer to salary cap compliance with another move to create space. Last week, they restructured the contract of QB Patrick Mahomes, creating $43 million in salary cap space.

Travis Kelce News / Viral Sports News / February 23

Report: Travis Kelce’s Career Future Becomes More Certain

The Kansas City Chiefs are entering an offseason filled with uncertainty, but one key difference stands out compared to the previous year: the team’s plans no longer depend primarily on whether veteran tight end Travis Kelce will choose to retire or continue playing.

Mike Danna News / Pro Football Rumors / February 23

Chiefs Release DE Mike Danna

Mike Danna‘s run with the Chiefs has ended. The veteran pass rusher was released on Monday, per a team announcement. One year remained on Danna’s contract, but none of his scheduled base salary for 2026 was guaranteed.

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The 'Last 1K-rushing-yard season by team' quiz

How many of the players to last tally 1,000 or more rushing yards in a season for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / February 23

Chiefs can get a closer look during 2026 NFL Scouting Combine at these 8 draft prospects who have local Kansas City ties

The 2026 NFL Scouting Combine is underway in Indianapolis, Indiana, from February 23rd to March 2nd. The best of the best 2026 NFL Draft prospects will have opportunities to speak to the media, but also compete in on-field drills and testing to show off their athletic abilities in front of the NFL's top decision-makers for all 32 teams.

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Who is the best all-time defensive back for every NFL franchise?

As NFL rules have changed, defensive backs' job descriptions have transitioned. Here is our best attempt at identifying the premier DB performer in each NFL franchise's history.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / February 23

How the Chiefs Can Help Out Their Offense

The Kansas City Chiefs had a sizable problem with their offensive consistency last season. Their defense deserves part of the blame for why they were only able to win six games, but their offense constantly fluctuated between great and just okay.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Athlon Sports / February 23

Chiefs Receive Unfortunate Update on 1,000-Yard RB Before NFL Free Agency

The Kansas City Chiefs missed the playoffs for the first time since 2014 after finishing the season 6-11. While the roster had several weak spots, running back was one of the most glaring holes.

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The 25 greatest NFL players who never made a Pro Bowl

Let’s take a look at some of the biggest and most recognizable names that never were voted into or played in the Pro Bowl.

NFL News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / February 23

Cool Breece or Gust, Chiefs Need To Honestly Evaluate Hall

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Brett Veach wouldn’t budge in early November. He may not budge in early March, either. Breece Hall reportedly was headed to Kansas City at the NFL’s trade deadline, if only Veach agreed to give the Jets his third-round selection in the 2026 draft.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / February 23

Why Chiefs Are Intently Watching Surprise Tush Push Developments

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Chiefs have a love-hate relationship with the Tush Push. Two nemesis opponents love to run it and Kansas City hates it. But like a small mammal surviving the Chicxulub meteor, the Tush Push is no longer endangered?

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Kansas City Chiefs News / Yardbarker / February 23

Former NFL GM gives Chiefs surprising advice about Kelce's future

Former NFL GM gives Chiefs surprising advice about future of Travis Kelce

Kelce turned 36 years old this past fall and is on track to reach free agency when the new league year opens on March 11.

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Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / February 23

One Mid-Round Option For Chiefs to Consider in 2026 NFL Draft

Next up on the offseason menu for all the teams in the National Football League is the NFL Scouting Combine. The NFL Combine starts this week, and this is where teams are looking to get a better look at all the prospects that are going to be available in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Tyreek Hill News / Field Level Media / February 23

Report: Chiefs monitoring Tyreek Hill's ACL recovery

The Kansas City Chiefs are keeping tabs on free agent wide receiver Tyreek Hill's recovery from a torn ACL with eyes on a potential reunion, ESPN reported Monday.

NFL News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / February 23

Heavily Linked Player to Chiefs Viewed as Best Prospect in 2026 NFL Draft

With the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine kicking off this week - Feb. 23 through March 2 - draft season is officially here. Yes, there will be discussions among league executives pertaining to current NFL players and their potential availability on the trade market and in free agency.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / February 23

NFL Coaching Updates: Bengals, Raiders, Chiefs, Vikings, Texans

The only team in the AFC North that didn’t see major coaching regime changes, the Bengals will not be left out of the offseason staff conversations after all.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Larry Brown Sports / February 21

Travis Etienne interested in signing with Chiefs

The Kansas City Chiefs are looking to turn things around in 2026, and one player is interested in helping them rebound. The Kansas City Star’s Pete Sweeney reported on Friday that free agent running back Travis Etienne is interested in signing with the Chiefs.

NFL News / Yardbarker / February 20