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'Chiefs Have the Worst Cap Situation': Kansas City’s Top Trade Assets Named

The Kansas City Chiefs enter the 2026 offseason confronting what many around the league describe as the NFL’s toughest salary cap outlook. With limited financial flexibility, speculation has intensified about which players could serve as the franchise’s top trade assets.

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Patrick Mahomes Gets 2200-Yard WR in Latest Mock Draft

The 2025 NFL season marked the end of an impressive era in league history. The Kansas City Chiefs had reached seven consecutive AFC Championship Games and three straight Super Bowls before this season.

Kansas City Chiefs News / 5 GOATs / February 22

Sneaker company sues Travis Kelce, Patrick Mahomes over trademark infringement

It was a pretty forgettable 2025 season for the Kansas City Chiefs and stars Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce. And now they’re being sued off the field, according to a report from Parade.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / February 22

How the Chiefs Are Gearing Up for Next Season

It's fair to say the Kansas City Chiefs were one of the most disappointing NFL teams of the 2025 season. They were already coming off a poor Super Bowl performance against the Philadelphia Eagles, and that putrid play continued all season long.

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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?

The 'NFL season passing leader by team' quiz

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The '2K-scrimmage-yard NFL seasons' quiz

Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / February 22

Chiefs head coach Andy Reid breaks down a decision Kansas City made that had one of their AFC foes very happy

Just when most thought Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid wouldn’t hire outside his tree, he goes and grabs a few new hires that have never been under him on the Chiefs.

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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.

Patrick Mahomes News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / February 22

Mahomes Reacts to Team USA’s Historic Gold Medal

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Patrick Mahomes once struck out 16 in a no-hitter at Whitehouse High School in Texas. He has two Super Bowl MVPs and two NFL MVPs, and owns professional soccer and baseball teams, but – at least to the public’s knowledge – has never played hockey.

Kansas City Chiefs News / The SportsRush / February 22

Patrick Mahomes, Jason Kelce and the NFL World Is Hyped After Team USA Wins Gold in Ice Hockey at the Winter Olympics

In case you missed it, Team USA just won gold in men’s ice hockey at the Winter Olympics. After an overtime goal by Jack Hughes, the Americans captured the title at the Winter Games for the first time since the “Miracle on Ice” in 1980.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / February 22

New Offensive Seeds in Chiefs’ Playbook Germinating This Month

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Starting fast in 2026 starts now. And starting fast this fall is especially important to the Chiefs, not simply because Patrick Mahomes isn’t guaranteed to start the 2026 opener.

Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / February 22

Chiefs starter who's at risk of being on a different team in 2026 has other players unintentionally going to bat for him

The Kansas City Chiefs need to make numerous roster moves this offseason to create cap space. To fix some of the team's flaws, they may need to cut or trade certain players.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Athlon Sports / February 22

Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes Reacts to USA's Olympic Win Against Canada

Team USA’s overtime win over Canada in the men’s hockey final at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics drew reactions from across sports, including Patrick Mahomes.

Rondale Moore News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / February 22

Chiefs Wide Receiver Offers Tribute After Tragic Rondale Moore News

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – For those who didn’t know Rondale Moore, news of his tragic death on Saturday was heartbreaking. But for those who knew him, the loss was especially painful.

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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.

Travis Etienne News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / February 22

Why Travis Etienne Link to Chiefs Just Makes Sense

The Kansas City Chiefs are in the running back market this offseason, as they need to bolster the backfield via free agency and/or the draft. While there has been an outpour of suggestions from media members and fans, there is a legitimate report pertaining to a potential signing by the Chiefs.

Kevin Knowles News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / February 22

Chiefs' Kevin Knowles Talks Value of Veteran Leadership

The Kansas City Chiefs' recent success is heavily linked to Patrick Mahomes and the offense, but the defense had emerged as one of the top units in the league before a dip in 2025.

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Andy Reid News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / February 21

Reid Outlines Chiefs’ Approach to Rebounding in ’26, Restoring Respect

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Asked last month what went wrong for the Chiefs during a disastrous 2025 season, Patrick Mahomes had a simple, two-word answer. Compounding mistakes.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / February 21

Chiefs Have 2 Non-Draft Priorities at Combine

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Patrick Mahomes on Friday followed Travis Etienne on Instagram. The quarterback is a prime stakeholder in whether the Chiefs can afford a free-agent running back like Etienne.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / February 21

This Assessment of Draft’s Edge-Rushers Should Excite Chiefs

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Draft expert Daniel Jeremiah said something this week that should move the needle in Missouri like an earthquake on the New Madrid Fault.

Kansas City Chiefs News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 21

Chiefs retain key defensive coach despite multiple interview requests

The Kansas City Chiefs are closing in on finalizing their coaching staff for the 2026-27 campaign. On Saturday, the franchise was able retain one of its key defensive coaches on the staff, despite multiple other teams requesting interviews.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Total Apex Sports / February 21

Chiefs Retain Matt House, Promote Him to Outside Linebackers Coach

The Kansas City Chiefs made a strategic decision to keep Matt House on their coaching staff despite multiple interview requests from other teams. The veteran NFL coach has been promoted to outside linebackers coach, filling the void left by Rod Wilson’s departure to the Arizona Cardinals.

Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / February 21

Vetern beat writer confirms suspicions that dual-threat free agent has 'legitimate interest' in joining Kansas City Chiefs

News, reports, and rumors surrounding the Kansas City Chiefs are about to heat up as the entire league descends on Indianapolis, Indiana, for the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine.

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.