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Why Kelce Has a Legitimate Shot at Walter Payton Man of Year

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Travis Kelce might have an important incentive for returning to the Chiefs in 2026. And before next season, Allen Wright might need to devote some special attention to the tight end’s No.

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Chris Jones on why Chiefs’ Pass Rush 'Needs the Cigar’

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Chris Jones sees a common thread between sacks and cigars – and the Chiefs have been close but… “We're not far,” the defensive tackle said Thursday.

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Chiefs trending to be without defensive difference-maker for second consecutive week in Week 14 vs. Texans

The Kansas City Chiefs released their second injury report ahead of Week 14 vs. the Houston Texans. After three players were non-participants in Wednesday's practice, which was dubbed the best no-helmet practice of Steve Spagnuolo's seven seasons in Kansas City, the Chiefs did not register an improved practice status on their injury report.

Kansas City Chiefs News / 5 GOATs / December 4

Report: Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift’s wedding date revealed

Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift are getting married, and their wedding date has reportedly been revealed. According to Bernie Zilio of Page Six, the couple plans to marry on Saturday, June 13, 2026.

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The '100-scrimmage-yard games since 2023' quiz

How many of the 24 NFL players to go over 100 total yards from scrimmage in at least 10 games since 2023 can you name in five minutes?

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Dave Toub News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / December 4

Chiefs’ Dave Toub Reveals 3 Interesting Points Before Texans Clash

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Dave Toub generally doesn’t hold anything back, with his players or during press conferences. The assistant head coach and special teams coordinator was in December form on Thursday, too.

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The 25 greatest receiving performances from one NFL playoff run

The increasingly pass-focused NFL continues to see wide receivers and tight ends play central roles in Super Bowl journeys. Here are the best yardage performances by pass catchers during a single playoffs throughout NFL history.

George Karlaftis News / A to Z Sports / December 4

Kansas City Chiefs DE George Karlaftis has a great reason to believe he can cash in big time in Week 14 vs. Houston Texans

The Kansas City Chiefs have struggled to affect the quarterback in recent weeks, going two consecutive weeks without registering a quarterback sack. In Week 13's loss to the Dallas Cowboys, Chiefs DT Chris Jones felt that he and one other player didn't do a good enough job of rallying the troops toward the opposing quarterback.

Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / December 4

Dave Toub throws a bucket of cold water on new Chiefs RB Dameon Pierce's revenge game chances in Week 14 vs. Texans

It appears that Kansas City Chiefs fans will be left waiting another week for the debut of new practice squad RB Dameon Pierce. It'd be a surprise at this point if the Chiefs were to elevate Pierce from the practice squad to face his former team, the Houston Texans, during Week 14 of the 2025 NFL season.

Patrick Mahomes News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / December 4

What Patrick Mahomes’ Latest Games Are Telling Analysts

The Kansas City Chiefs are on the brink of elimination, heading into Week 14. They have no margin for error anymore this season. The Chiefs sit at 6-6 and will need to win out to have a chance to get into the playoffs.

Andy Reid News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / December 4

Why Chiefs Are Battling Existential Crisis in NFL's Playoff Push

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Andy Reid was real with his team this week. “I'm big on reality,” the head coach said Wednesday. “What's real? Why are we where we are?

Josh Simmons News / The Forkball / December 4

Chiefs Place LT Josh Simmons on IR as Playoff Stakes Rise

Kansas City will navigate the next month without rookie left tackle Josh Simmons, who moves to injured reserve after surgery to repair a dislocated and fractured left wrist.

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise — including Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss

Preseason evaluations of Garrett Nussmeier, Cade Klubnik were a huge miss for NFL Draft 'experts'

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Travis Kelce News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / December 4

Why Travis Kelce’s Anticipation for Cold-Weather Kickoff Is Red Hot

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Texans will make their third trip to Arrowhead Stadium in 13 months this week. And just like the first two ventures late last season, they’ll get a cold reception.

NFL News / Field Level Media / December 4

Chiefs fighting for playoff lives against visiting Texans

Pressed to detail how 10 consecutive playoff berths, with three Super Bowl titles included in that stretch, could bolster the Kansas City Chiefs during these trying times, quarterback Patrick Mahomes was quick to acknowledge how these current circumstances are different.

Andy Reid News / A to Z Sports / December 4

Andy Reid delivered a straightforward but powerful message regarding the Chiefs' final five games of the 2025 season

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NFL News / Yardbarker / December 3

NFL Week 13 panic meter: Chiefs, Lions in serious trouble

As we approach the end of the NFL regular season, a few contenders are surprisingly fighting for their playoff lives. How worried should they be about possibly missing the postseason?

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