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Grading the Chiefs' Trade for Josh Downs: The Move KC Had to Make

As the 2026 NFL trade deadline approached, everyone knew that the Kansas City Chiefs were in the market for wide receiver help. Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Josh Downs was the player most often mocked to Kansas City, even as other receivers were rumored to be on the market.

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Chiefs Sticking With K Harrison Butker As Starter

Chiefs HC Andy Reid announced they are sticking with K Harrison Butker as their starter for Week 10, per Charles Goldman. This comes after Kansas City

NFL News / A to Z Sports / November 11

NFL Insider says Kansas City Chiefs GM Brett Veach was hunting for more than wide receiver Josh Downs at the trade deadline

Everyone knew wide receiver was the Chiefs’ top priority before the deadline, but a new report says general manager Brett Veach was also shopping for help on the other side of the ball.

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The 'Last 30-rush game by NFL team' quiz

How many of the most recent running backs to reach the 30-carry threshold in a single game for each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

The '100-yard, 1-rushing TD games' quiz

The 'Rushing-TD champions since 1990' quiz

The 'NFL rushing champions' quiz

NFL News / Viral Sports News / November 11

Chiefs Release Two Players Before Falcons Game

The Kansas City Chiefs cleared two roster spots this week by waiving wide receiver and return specialist Nikko Remigio along with defensive end Jack Pyburn, the team announced.

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Ranking the quarterback history of every NFL franchise

Quarterback is the most important position for an NFL team. That wasn’t always the case, but it has been the case for, you know, 50 years at this point essentially.

Emmett Johnson News / Stadium Rant / November 11

Emmett Johnson: 12 Touches Reveal When The Chiefs Trust Him

Emmett Johnson touched the ball six times against Denver and six times against the Jets. In Denver, Patrick Mahomes threw to him on third-and-10 with Kansas City ahead by one.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Athlon Sports / November 11

Chiefs Terminate WR’s Contract After NFL Trade Deadline

The Kansas City Chiefs made one of the biggest splashes of the NFL trade deadline, acquiring Indianapolis Colts WR Josh Downs to strengthen Patrick Mahomes’ receiving corps.

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 11

Chiefs called Jaguars about Thomas before trading for Downs

Chiefs called Jaguars about Brian Thomas Jr. before trading with Colts for Josh Downs

Hours before the trade deadline passed, a report confirmed that the Jaguars would be keeping Thomas.

Chiefs acquire Josh Downs from Colts after Jaguars hold onto Brian Thomas Jr.

Why Jaguars reportedly decided to keep WR Brian Thomas Jr. through trade deadline

Injuries to other receivers may have scared Jaguars into keeping Brian Thomas Jr.

The 'Rookie passing leader by team' quiz

Nick Bolton News / A to Z Sports / November 11

Kansas City Chiefs make several roster moves, restructure contract of LB Nick Bolton in wake of trade for WR Josh Downs

The Kansas City Chiefs needed cap space and an open roster spot to complete the trade for WR Josh Downs. A second roster move may hint at another reinforcement on the way.

Josh Downs News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 11

Chiefs Announce Trade For Josh Downs, Cut Two

The Kansas City Chiefs officially announced the trade for WR Josh Downs today, as well as waiving WR Nikko Remigio and DE Jack Pyburn. Downs, 25, was a two-year starter at North Carolina and earned first-team All-ACC honors in 2021 and 2022.

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The greatest return man for every NFL franchise

From Billy "White Shoes" Johnson to Deion Sanders to Devin Hester, here are the greatest return men for each of the NFL's 32 teams.

Patrick Mahomes News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 11

Will Chiefs make Super Bowl after Patrick, Brittany Mahomes’ pregnancy announcement? History says yes

History says that the Kansas City Chiefs may make the Super Bowl after Patrick and Brittany Mahomes’ latest pregnancy announcement. Patrick and Brittany Mahomes have three children together: Sterling, Bronze, and Golden.

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The '150-Rec.-Yard NFL teammates' quiz

The 'Most NFL QB rushing-TDs' quiz

The 'Most CFP Top-25 appearances' quiz

The '1,500-point, 150-block seasons' quiz

Josh Downs News / Lindy's Sports / November 11

The rich get richer as the Kansas City Chiefs trade for WR Josh Downs

The Kansas City Chiefs were not shut out from making a deal ahead of the NFL Trade Deadline, as the team picked up former Indianapolis Colts WR Josh Downs in a last-minute trade.

Kansas City Chiefs News / HITC / November 11

Nick Wright says Kansas City Chiefs ‘legend’ could cost them the Super Bowl

The Kansas City Chiefs got back to winning ways at the weekend against the New York Jets following back-to-back defeats. It had been a sensational start to the season for Andy Reid’s team before they landed in Seattle and were sent back to Kansas City on the end of a humiliating defeat.

Kansas City Chiefs News / HITC / November 11

Travis Kelce shares his instant reaction to the Chiefs trading for Josh Downs

The Kansas City Chiefs traded for wide receiver Josh Downs on Tuesday before the deadline in what could be a major boost for Patrick Mahomes heading into the remainder of the season.

Cyrus Allen News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / November 11

Chiefs Rookie and Sophomore Power Rankings: What's the Deal With Cyrus Allen?

With the dust officially having settled on Week 9 and the NFL trade deadline, the Kansas City Chiefs are one step closer to figuring out who they are ahead of the most important stretch of the season.

Josh Downs News / Stadium Rant / November 11

Chiefs Trade For Josh Downs: Is It Enough?

The Kansas City Chiefs traded for Josh Downs at the buzzer before Tuesday’s trade deadline. The Indianapolis Colts gave up Downs and a 2027 seventh-round pick for a 2027 fourth-round and fifth-round pick.

Kansas City Chiefs News / HITC / November 11

Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift’s neighbours share bizarre reason in $5m home renovation battle

Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift are heading into their first Thanksgiving period as a married couple following their marriage back in July. The festive period

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / November 10

How the NFL Trade Deadline Changed the Chiefs' Wide Receiver Depth Chart

Perhaps the worst-kept secret rolling into the 2026 NFL trade deadline was that the Kansas City Chiefs needed a wide receiver. Given the combination of questionable talent and injuries the club faced after nine weeks of play, it seemed like only a matter of time until general manager Brett Veach added talent to the room.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Stadium Rant / November 10

Chiefs Explosive Pass Plays: Who Turned 13 Short Throws Into Big Gains?

Of the 13 Chiefs explosive pass plays that started with a short throw, 10 went to running backs or tight ends. Rice was the only wide receiver to produce one, and he did it three times.

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 10

Chiefs finally land much-needed weapon for Patrick Mahomes with Josh Downs trade

The deal reflects two franchises operating on different timelines: Kansas City chasing its fourth Super Bowl win since 2019-20 and Indianapolis accumulating draft picks for the future.

Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes considered day-to-day after elbow-injury scare in win over Jets

Colts informed Jonathan Taylor he would not be moved before trade deadline

49ers send sixth-round pick to Colts for WR Keenan Allen

The '10K-yard, 80-TD NFL receivers' quiz

Drew Rosenhaus News / A to Z Sports / November 10

Ex-Kansas City Chiefs WR Tyreek Hill is not yet medically cleared, but could be ready in a few weeks, per agent Drew Rosenhaus

If Tyreek Hill is the Kansas City Chiefs’ backup plan at wide receiver, they’ll still have to wait for him to be medically cleared to return to football.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / November 10

Chiefs Stock Watch: Multiple Defensive Linemen on the Rise After Week 9

You can only play who's in front of you on the schedule, which is precisely the conundrum the Kansas City Chiefs found themselves experiencing in Week 9.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Athlon Sports / November 9

Andy Reid Makes Statement on Harrison Butker's Status

Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid unprompted addressed kicker Harrison Butker in his post-game press conference Sunday. “I’m sure I’ll be asked about Butker.

Andy Reid News / Larry Brown Sports / November 9

Andy Reid taunted media over his failed QB sneak

The Kansas City Chiefs tried a rare quarterback sneak on Sunday, and coach Andy Reid had a tongue-in-cheek response to its total failure. The Chiefs deployed backup quarterback Justin Fields in a short-yardage situation against the New York Jets, a rare move for a Reid offense.

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 9

Glenn suggests Jets will keep McDonald, responds to effort questions

Aaron Glenn suggests Jets will keep Will McDonald IV after trade request, responds to effort questions after loss to Chiefs

Glenn's overall record fell to 5-21 on Sunday, and it appeared during the Jets' loss to the Chiefs that at least some of his players made so-called "business decisions."

Jets' Will McDonald IV reportedly wants to be moved before NFL trade deadline

Why the Jets should hold on to Garrett Wilson, Breece Hall

NFL Week 9 winners, losers: Myles Garrett dominates in return; Packers send message

The 'NFL's leading rushers from 2005' quiz