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Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / February 18

Former First-Rounder Makes Appealing Option for Mahomes' Next Backup

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – In 2009, Andy Reid reached out to Michael Vick at one of the lowest points in the quarterback’s life. Head coach of the Eagles at the time, Reid already had Donovan McNabb entrenched as his starting quarterback.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / February 18

Reid Adds Another Assistant Coach, This Time to Defense

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Eric Bieniemy has some competition on the Chiefs’ coaching staff. Competition for best beard on the team. The Chiefs on Wednesday morning announced the hiring of defensive backs and safeties coach Andre Curtis.

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Steve Spagnuolo News / A to Z Sports / February 18

Kansas City Chiefs continue to churn coaching staff with defensive veteran coach who has ties to Steve Spagnuolo

The Kansas City Chiefs are making another new addition to the coaching staff for the 2026 NFL season. The team officially announced six new hires on Feb.

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Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / February 18

What Running Back Landscape Means For Chiefs' Offseason

The Kansas City Chiefs were let down by several shortcomings last season, including the lack of a reliable and consistent rushing attack. Running backs Isiah Pacheco and Kareem Hunt are both impending free agents, and even if they weren't, the Chiefs would prioritize the backfield via free agency and/or the draft.

Kansas City Chiefs News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 18

Chiefs Hired Andre Curtis As Secondary Coach

The Kansas City Chiefs announced they have hired Andre Curtis as their new defensive backs and safeties coach. He was previously the defensive passing game coordinator for the Bears in 2025. Curtis, 49, played college football at Virginia Military Institute and coached there when he was done playing.

Patrick Mahomes News / Field Level Media / February 18

Chiefs save $43M under 2026 cap by adjusting QB Patrick Mahomes' contract

The Kansas City Chiefs saved more than $43 million under the 2026 salary cap by restructuring quarterback Patrick Mahomes' deal this week. Multiple outlets reported the specifics of the base salary conversion from $54.45 million to a 2026 signing bonus to bring his cap number for the coming league year down to $34.65 million from $78.2 million.

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The 25 greatest NFL players who never made a Pro Bowl

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Patrick Mahomes News / Trade Talk Sports / February 18

The Why: Chiefs Restructuring Patrick Mahomes Contract… Again

According to reports, the Kansas City Chiefs have restructured Patrick Mahomes’ contract. The news, first reported by Jason Fitzgerald (@Jason_OTC) of OverTheCap.com, converts $54.45 million of Mahomes’ 2026 base salary into a signing bonus, prorated over the remaining years of his deal.

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Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / February 18

Which Free Agent the Chiefs Can Afford to Pass On

The Kansas City Chiefs have a slew of issues they will need to address this offseason, as the team struggled in 2025, finishing with a 6-11 record. One of the concerning developments that unfolded as the season progressed was the production in the rushing attack.

Patrick Mahomes News / Pro Football Rumors / February 18

Chiefs Restructure Patrick Mahomes’ Deal

The gift that keeps on giving for the Chiefs’ payroll, Patrick Mahomes‘ contract will see another restructure. Kansas City is going to this well for a fifth time since authorizing the megadeal in July 2020.

Patrick Mahomes News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 18

Chiefs Restructured Patrick Mahomes’ Contract, Created $44M In Cap Space

According to Jason Fitzgerald of Over The Cap, the Chiefs have restructured the contract of QB Patrick Mahomes. This expected move creates $43.56 million in cap space for the upcoming season for Kansas City.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / February 18

Chiefs' Free Agents Could Find New Homes in Familiar Places

The NFL's franchise tag window opened on Tuesday, signaling the start of player movement in the coming weeks. While teams generally wait until the last few days to officially tag a player, reports throughout the next two weeks will provide a clearer picture heading into free agency, which opens on March 11.

Patrick Mahomes News / Yardbarker / February 18

Chiefs free up some 2026 cap space with Mahomes contract restructure

Chiefs free up some 2026 cap space with Patrick Mahomes contract restructure

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Kansas City Chiefs News / Athlon Sports / February 17

Travis Kelce sends message after unexpected announcement

Over the past three seasons, Kelce has been in a relationship with musical icon Taylor Swift, getting engaged ahead of the 2025 NFL season.

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Travis Kelce News / The Spun / February 17

Travis Kelce, Giants Speculation Swirling Before NFL Free Agency

Apparently, Travis Kelce is willing to leave the Kansas City Chiefs this offseason. Kelce, 36, just wrapped up his 13th season in the NFL. The 11-time Pro Bowl tight end hauled in 76 passes for 851 yards and five touchdowns.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Total Pro Sports / February 18

Kansas City Chiefs Add New ‘Secret Weapon’ To Their Weight Room After Disappointing 2025 NFL Season

The Kansas City Chiefs were one of the biggest disappointments in the 2025 NFL season. Coming off another AFC championship in 2024, they entered the campaign eager to get revenge on the Philadelphia Eagles.

Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / February 17

Kansas City Chiefs 2026 NFL Free Agency: Tyquan Thornton, Hollywood Brown could be among key departures at wide receiver

The Kansas City Chiefs had high expectations for the wide receiver position during the 2025 NFL season after injuries to Hollywood Brown and Rashee Rice stifled success in 2024.

NFL News / Yardbarker / February 17