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Backup Quarterbacks Chiefs Could Sign This Offseason

For nearly a decade, the Kansas City Chiefs' quarterback situation has been a foregone conclusion, as Patrick Mahomes has been the driving force in the organization's dynastic run.

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Travis Kelce, Jason Kelce Address Career News Outside NFL

It was a busy day for Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce and his older brother, Philadelphia Eagles icon Jason Kelce, in Wednesday’s episode of their “New Heights” podcast.

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Chiefs' Worthy Has Post-Surgery Message to Detractors

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Xavier Worthy played 653 snaps in his second NFL season. He played 650 of them with a torn labrum. Worthy soldiered through not just the torn labrum, but a dislocated left shoulder.

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What Kelce Coming Back Would Mean for the Chiefs

The Kansas City Chiefs' dynasty has started to feel the effects of time passing them by. They've missed the playoffs for the first time in over a decade, and the Denver Broncos will be the reigning AFC West champions.

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Chiefs’ Xavier Worthy hits back at doubters after 2025 season

Xavier Worthy has heard the noise, and he’s ready to silence it. On Wednesday, the Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver took to social media to send a message to his critics following successful shoulder surgery.

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Who had the most sacks in a season during the NFL's pre-modern era?

Thanks to pro-football-reference.com's addition of unofficial sack totals to players' resumes, more clarity has emerged about the best pass-rushing years from previous eras.

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Chiefs could be waiting for the perfect moment to do what most fans are dreading regarding the potential offensive coordinator change

The Kansas City Chiefs are in a position where they can really change things up this offseason and go away from what’s hindered them the last few years.

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'He Could Still Play': Tom Brady Urges Travis Kelce to Stay in Kansas City Amid Retirement Rumors

Between their historically lopsided loss at Super Bowl LIX, their 6-11 regular season record, and Patrick Mahomes’ torn ACL, it certainly seems as if the Kansas City Chiefs’ dynasty has all but come to an end.

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Why Steelers’ Search Should Concern Chiefs, Andy Reid

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The last time the Pittsburgh Steelers had to search for a head coach, no one had an iPhone, not to mention the ability to conduct a virtual interview on a computer.

Xavier Worthy News / Athlon Sports / January 14

Xavier Worthy Announces News After NFL Season

Xavier Worthy’s numbers took a dip in his second season with the Kansas City Chiefs. After registering 59 catches for 638 yards and six touchdowns in 17 games as a rookie, the 22-year-old wide receiver’s production rate decreased in 2025.

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Chiefs’ Kelce Offers Unique Perspective on Buffalo-Denver Showdown

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Don’t think for a second that Travis Kelce wasn’t watching Buffalo’s comeback win at Jacksonville last week. Just because the Chiefs’

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

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Why Former Chiefs QB Alex Smith Carries Disdain for Denver Against Bills

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Alex Smith made his fair share of trips into the hostile Mile High environment, including each of his five years as Kansas City’s starting quarterback.

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This Silver Lining from Chiefs' Nightmare Season is Overblown

Things can change quickly in the NFL. The Kansas City Chiefs went from Super Bowl runner-up to missing the playoffs entirely at 6-11. They weren't the only title contenders to have a fall from grace this year.

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Former Chiefs QB Alex Smith Has 3 Important Revelations on Next OC

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Alex Smith isn’t simply the quarterback who preceded Patrick Mahomes in Kansas City. Now an ESPN analyst, Smith remains well connected with the organization.

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Three Reasons the Chiefs Offseason is Intriguing

It has been over a decade since the Kansas City Chiefs last missed the playoffs, which was in 2014. Challenging for Super Bowls for the majority of that

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Why Latest Coaching Firings Matter to the Chiefs

This is the time of the year when we see coaching changes dominate the NFL news circuit. That was evident on Tuesday, as there were multiple coaches either fired or stepping down from their long-time position.

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Assessing Chiefs' Outlook in AFC West Next Season

With the playoffs still in progress, this discussion could be a premature, but the Kansas City Chiefs' offseason is already underway, which is an unusual place for the franchise at this point of the calendar year.

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Why Chiefs Offensive Line is Still Hallmark Area of Roster

The trenches are sacred to the success of an NFL franchise. Everything starts in these parts, especially on offense, as the ball is snapped from the middle of this unit, and their ultimate goal is to keep their quarterback upright and the run game feasting at a high rate.

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Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes will retain a playoff record this season that could have been broken in the Wild Card Round

No playoffs this year for the Kansas City Chiefs, but fans are still enjoying the games. Without the Chiefs playing, there’s no weekly emotional rollercoaster.

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Worst Decisions the Chiefs Could Make in First Round

The 2026 NFL Draft is still months away, but the Kansas City Chiefs need to take advantage of selecting inside the top 10. After compiling a 6-11 record this past season, the Chiefs own the ninth-overall pick in the upcoming draft.

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Chiefs TE Travis Kelce Announces Off-Field Update on Tuesday

Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce has a long-standing and very popular podcast with his brother, Jason Kelce. Together, these two have built a large following for “New Heights,” which they first started in September 2022.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Athlon Sports / January 13

Chiefs Get More Unwanted News Amid NFL Offseason

The Kansas City Chiefs had a miserable 2025 season. They finished with a 6-11 record for third in the AFC West and 12th in the conference. The Chiefs lost their last six games, en route to missing the playoffs for the first time since 2014.

NFL News / Total Pro Sports / January 13

Philadelphia Eagles Sign Ex-Kansas City Chiefs Running Back In Surprise Move Just One Day After Elimination

The Philadelphia Eagles have wasted no time making additions to their squad following their playoff exit. According to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero, the

Kansas City Chiefs News / Total Pro Sports / January 13

Kansas City Chiefs Begin Their Offseason Roster Overhaul With Massive String Of Notable Cuts

The Kansas City Chiefs were probably the most disappointing team in the NFL this season. They didn’t make the playoffs for the first time in the Patrick Mahomes era.

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Chiefs Could Swap Mike Kafka In For OC Matt Nagy?

The Chiefs are expecting to look for a new offensive coordinator as OC Matt Nagy has taken multiple interviews for teams with HC vacancies. On the Up & Adams show, former Chiefs QB Alex Smith shut down any idea of him joining the Chiefs’ staff, and said he’s heard Nagy is likely to be elsewhere in 2026.