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You didn't have to be an observant football viewer to know that the Kansas City Chiefs' rushing attack in 2025 was completely inept, with Isiah Pacheco and Kareem Hunt leading the backfield.

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Chiefs Schedule Their Second Top-30 Visit

From mid-March to mid-April, many NFL teams are scheduling top-30 visits in order to get a closer look at potential draft picks. These meetings allow for organizations, and coaching staffs, to hear more about existing injuries, interview the players, and ultimately decide if the player would fit into their scheme.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Football Analysis / March 15

Kansas City Lets Starting Guard Walk Before Free Agency Opens—Cap Math Forces The Call

Somewhere inside the Chiefs’ front office, a paperwork decision just changed the trajectory of a reserve guard’s career. No press conference. No farewell post.

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In Super Bowl history, a player has topped the century mark in rushing yards just 23 times. How many can you name in five minutes?

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Tyreek Hill News / Yardbarker / March 15

Only one team makes sense for Tyreek Hill

Tyreek Hill's tenure with the Miami Dolphins was a bit of a rollercoaster.

Chiefs may already have a Travis Kelce replacement in mind

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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.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / March 15

1 Free Agent Chiefs Now Must Re-Sign

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Brett Veach wanted to keep all of his unrestricted free agents. So, watching Bryan Cook, Jaylen Watson and Leo Chenal sign with other teams this week – three fantastic players from his best draft class in 2022 -- had to somehow affect the Chiefs’ general manager.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Football Analysis / March 15

Chiefs’ Mahomes Breaks Silence After Kelce’s Career Decision

The offseason had been quiet. Too quiet. Travis Kelce’s future with the Kansas City Chiefs sat unresolved, and every day without an answer tightened the knot across Chiefs Kingdom.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / March 15

The Chiefs' Best Options in the Second Round

The Kansas City Chiefs have the luxury of owning the ninth overall pick this season, which will add another star to their team in an offseason where they've already done so.

Kansas City Chiefs News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 14

Alohi Gilman reveals secret role Drue Tranquill played in Chiefs signing

Alohi Gilman had options in the 2026 offseason before choosing to sign with the Kansas City Chiefs in free agency. He credits linebacker Drue Tranquill for getting him there.

Kansas City Chiefs News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 14

Chiefs free agent signee reveals why Kansas City was a ‘perfect fit’

Former New England Patriots defensive tackle Khyiris Tonga could not be happier to sign with the Kansas City Chiefs in free agency. Aside from joining a team with decorated championship lineage, Tonga is excited to play for a coach who shares his BYU ties.

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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 / Athlon Sports / March 14

Chiefs Make Decision on 2x Super Bowl Champion Amid Free Agency

After missing the playoffs for the first time since 2014 and finishing with a losing 6-11 record for the first time since 2012, the Kansas City Chiefs have given everything to rebuild their roster this offseason. To create room for spending, the team restructured Patrick Mahomes' contract for the fourth year in a row.

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Mike Caliendo News / Pro Football Rumors / March 14

Chiefs Re-Sign G Mike Caliendo

After opting not to tender him as a restricted free agent, the Chiefs reached an agreement today to re-sign offensive guard Mike Caliendo. According to

Tyquan Thornton News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / March 14

Including Tyquan Thornton, Updating Chiefs Offensive Depth

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Discussing the most important positions to upgrade entering the Chiefs’ offseason, on a scale of 1 to 100, wide receiver was around, well … 112.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / March 14

One Draft Direction the Chiefs Should Put on the Sidelines

For months, NFL mock drafts have been based on pure speculation. However, the free agency period has provided more clarity on how teams could operate in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Patrick Mahomes News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 14

Patrick Mahomes will absolutely love Chiefs’ latest signing

The Kansas City Chiefs’ offense struggled last season, as the team just couldn’t find the same success as they have in the past. Ever since the 40-22 Super Bowl loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, the offensive line play has seemingly dwindled.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / March 14

Inside the Chiefs' RB Room for the 2026 Season

One of the Kansas City Chiefs' biggest weaknesses on offense last year was their inability to run the ball. A backfield duo of Kareem Hunt and Isiah Pacheco wasn't cutting it, so the Chiefs knew they had to upgrade that unit this offseason.

Kenneth Walker News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / March 14

Chiefs Added Explosiveness With Walker, but Here's Better Question

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Actions mean a lot more than words to Kenneth Walker. A private, reserved personality, he doesn’t have a lot to say. But since his first carry at Michigan State in 2021, a 75-yard touchdown run at Northwestern, he’s shown plenty of action.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Gridiron Heroics / March 14

Kenneth Walker III Reveals Why the Chiefs Are a Great ‘Fit’ for Him

The Kansas City Chiefs added another dynamic piece to their offense during free agency by signing running back Kenneth Walker III. Shortly after the move became official, Walker shared why he believes Kansas City provides the ideal environment for the next stage of his career.

Drue Tranquill News / A to Z Sports / March 13

Kansas City Chiefs LB Drue Tranquill did what he needed to do to help the team — and avoid becoming a salary cap casualty

The Kansas City Chiefs agreed to a restructured contract with LB Drue Tranquill, which will keep him with the team for the 2026 NFL season. As first reported by NFL Network's Mike Garafolo, Tranquill agreed to a restructured one-year, $3.5 million contract with the Chiefs, reducing his base pay to that amount from the $6 million he was due.