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Pat Mahomes Sr. Released From Jail

Patrick Mahomes Sr. appeared to have used up his last lucky star after getting arrested while on probation. However, he’s set to avoid a prison sentence, at least for now. According to KLTV, the former MLB pitcher was on the receiving end of a favorable decision from a judge.

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Shooter at Chiefs rally has murder charge dropped

A man who initially faced a murder charge for opening fire following the Kansas City Chiefs' 2024 Super Bowl win was sentenced Monday to two years in prison in a case prosecutors said was complicated by the state's self-defense laws.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / March 9

New Kansas City Chiefs RB Kenneth Walker III reaches perfect jersey number decision that will continue a long tradition

New Kansas City Chiefs RB Kenneth Walker III has a nickname that has followed him around since his playing days at Arlington High School in Memphis, Tennessee.

Andy Reid News / Athlon Sports / March 9

Andy Reid, Chiefs Lose Quarterback After NFL Season

Andy Reid and the Kansas City Chiefs are looking to get back to the drawing board after finishing the 2025 NFL season with a 6-11 record, missing out on the playoffs for the first time since 2014.

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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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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.

Travis Kelce News / Athlon Sports / March 9

Chiefs Make Travis Kelce Decision Before 14th NFL Season

The future of Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce was one of the biggest questions facing the franchise entering the 2026 offseason. After completing his 13th NFL season, the veteran tight end found himself at a crossroads with retirement speculation surrounding his next move.

Brett Veach News / A to Z Sports / March 9

Kansas City Chiefs officially awarded compensatory pick in 2026 NFL Draft — and Brett Veach could secure more for 2027

The NFL has officially announced compensatory draft pick selections for the 2026 NFL draft in April. The Chiefs were awarded a fifth-round draft pick, No.

Gardner Minshew News / Pro Football Rumors / March 9

Cardinals To Sign QB Gardner Minshew

Nomadic quarterback Gardner Minshew has found his sixth NFL team. Minshew will sign a one-year, $8.25MM contract with the Cardinals, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter.

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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 / A to Z Sports / March 9

Kansas City Chiefs' NFL free agency departures means big changes are coming for one part of the defense in 2026

The Kansas City Chiefs are in the midst of an offseason of change as they say goodbye to several pending free agents during the legal tampering period.

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Kansas City Chiefs News / NHANFL / March 9

Chiefs Free Agency Crisis: Will Travis Kelce Walk in 2026?

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The clock inside Arrowhead Stadium is ticking, and for the first time in over a decade, the Kansas City Chiefs do not control the buzzer.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Athlon Sports / March 9

Chiefs Lose Super Bowl Champion to AFC Rival on Monday

The Kansas City Chiefs entered the 2026 offseason determined to rebound from a disappointing 2025 campaign that fell far below the franchise’s usual standards.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Last Word On Sports / March 9

Chiefs Lose 2-Time Super Bowl Champion To Conference Rival

Four-year veteran safety Bryan Cook signed a new three-year, $40.25 million contract with the Cincinnati Bengals. Cook, a former second-round pick and two-time Super Bowl champion, spent the entirety of his career with the Kansas City Chiefs.

Chris Jones News / Athlon Sports / March 9

Chiefs Make Defensive Tackle Decision After Chris Jones Move

Chris Jones and the Kansas City Chiefs had a rough 2025 NFL season. After starting the year with a 6-5 record and sitting in the hunt for a playoff spot, the Chiefs lost their final six games, along with quarterback Patrick Mahomes to a torn ACL, missing the postseason for the first time in Jones' 10-year NFL career.

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

Chiefs Lose Both Starting Corners to Same Team

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Jaylen Watson may or may not have been in discussions with the Chiefs until the final hours on Monday. His three cryptic tweets over the weekend led fans to believe the Chiefs were in it until the end.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Gridiron Heroics / March 9

Kansas City Chiefs add Super Bowl MVP in 2026 NFL free agency

After appearing in the Super Bowl three years in a row, the Kansas City Chiefs took a massive step backwards in 2025. With their roster obviously aging and their wide receiver room decimated by injuries, the Chiefs finished the year just 6-11.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Yardbarker / March 9

Kelce expected to return, but Chiefs need another answer for passing attack

Travis Kelce is expected to return, but Chiefs need another answer for passing attack

The Chiefs used Kelce as their No. 1 option in the passing game last season, but it became apparent he can't continue to play that role.

Chiefs receive Kelce development ahead of possible 14th season

Reporter pours cold water on stunning Chiefs, Kelce update

RB Kenneth Walker III leaving Seahawks for this AFC team

Giants bolster offense with addition of TE Isaiah Likely

Giants agree to record-breaking deal for punter Jordan Stout

Kenneth Walker News / Last Word On Sports / March 9

Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III signs with the Kansas City Chiefs

A consistent contributor over the years, Kenneth Walker capped off his first Super Bowl by earning MVP for the Seattle Seahawks. After the team was unwilling to place the Franchise Tag on him, Walker and the Kansas City Chiefs have come to terms on a new deal leading up to the 2026 season.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Mike Farrell Sports / March 9

2 Players Who Could Be First Round Draft Picks in 2026: Kansas City Chiefs Edition

For the first time in what feels like forever, the Kansas City Chiefs were not in the playoffs. They also have a top-10 draft pick. The last time they had a pick that high, they drafted perhaps the most important player in franchise history in quarterback Patrick Mahomes.

Patrick Mahomes News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 9

Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes weapon ‘not just looking for a bag’ in free agency

The Kansas City Chiefs are undergoing a significant roster transformation, which has caught the attention of their franchise quarterback, Patrick Mahomes.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Athlon Sports / March 9

Chiefs WR Sends Clear Message Before NFL Free Agency

After a disappointing season, the Kansas City Chiefs are looking to make several big changes to their roster. Despite having a defense that finished sixth in points per game allowed (19.3), Kansas City went just 6-11 and missed the playoffs for the first time since 2014.

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.