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Cole Christiansen News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 3

Chiefs Elevate LB Cole Christiansen

Per Charles Goldman, the Chiefs have elevated veteran LB Cole Christiansen for the week. Christiansen, 29, went undrafted out of Army in 2020. He later signed a rookie contract with the Chargers and bounced between the roster and the practice squad over the next two years.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / October 3

Kansas City Chiefs’ lone practice squad elevation for Week 4 vs. Las Vegas Raiders pushes player to his limit for the 2026 NFL season

The Kansas City Chiefs have elevated LB Cole Christiansen for Week 4 against the Las Vegas Raiders. The Kansas City Chiefs officially elevated one player from the practice squad ahead of Week 4 against the Las Vegas Raiders.

NFL News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / October 3

Three Matchups That Will Decide Chiefs vs. Raiders in Week 4

It may be only three games into the season, but Sunday's showdown between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Las Vegas Raiders carries weight this rivalry has not felt in quite some time.

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Patrick Mahomes News / Athlon Sports / October 3

Can Raiders’ Rookies Hold Up in the Secondary Against Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs?

The Raiders are rolling and will get a chance to prove they are real contenders with a showdown with the Chiefs on Sunday. But in order to remain unbeaten, Las Vegas will need rookie defensive backs to slow down Patrick Mahomes. Two of the biggest reasons for the Raiders’ unbeaten start are Treydan Stukes and Hezekiah Masses.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Kansas City Chiefs News / EssentiallySports / October 3

Andy Reid Officially Rules Out Josh Simmons for Week 4 Amid Back Injury Concerns

Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid had a promising update for fans ahead of their matchup with the Las Vegas Raiders. Everyone gets to make the trip, save for (surprise, surprise) left tackle Josh Simmons.

WWE legend Mark Henry sees himself in Chiefs OC Eric Bieniemy for a hilarious ‘red’ reason

Mark Henry was known for his wrestling prowess, but after retirement, the WWE legend is now entertaining fans drawing a comparison to an NFL coach. He is a co-host on SiriusXM’s flagship wrestling show, Busted Open, alongside Dave LaGreca, Bully Ray, and Nic Nemeth.

Kansas City Chiefs News / HITC / October 3

What Travis Kelce’s Chiefs teammate told him privately as retirement question lurks

How much longer Travis Kelce has left in the NFL remains a big topic of discussion after he returned for Year 14 of his career. The Kansas City Chiefs tight end has made an electric start to the 2026 season having put up 231 receiving yards and two touchdowns through the opening three weeks.

Andy Reid News / HITC / October 3

Andy Reid has a chance to make NFL history during Chiefs vs. Raiders clash

The Kansas City Chiefs return to NFL action on Sunday against the Las Vegas Raiders as they aim to extend their unbeaten start. The Chiefs have been much improved during the opening stages of the new campaign, boasting a 3-0 record.

Tom Brady News / Athlon Sports / October 2

NFL Legend Tom Brady Gets 100% Real on What Makes Kansas City Chiefs Strong

Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs got off to a hot 3-0 start, and NFL legend Tom Brady has a good idea of why they have gone undefeated to this point in the season.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 2

Two Bold Predictions for Kansas City Chiefs at Las Vegas Raiders in Week 4

Las Vegas Raiders edge rusher Maxx Crosby has made a career instilling fear into opposing quarterbacks. In his eighth season, he has 71 career sacks. He really gets amped up to face Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, whom he has sacked six times in his career.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Athlon Sports / October 2

One Kansas City Chiefs Starter Out for Week 4

Kansas City Chiefs left tackle Josh Simmons will miss his fourth consecutive game Sunday as he was ruled out for Week 4. Simmons was taken in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft.

Patrick Mahomes News / Total Pro Sports / October 2

Footage Emerges Showing How Refs Allegedly Favored Patrick Mahomes On Questionable Play vs. Dolphins

Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs improved to 3-0 after beating the Dolphins last weekend. Kansas City pulled away late for a 24-10 road win. Miami is still searching for its first victory this season, while a third-quarter sequence from that game has since taken on a life of its own.

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NFL News / A to Z Sports / October 2

Kansas City Chiefs’ final injury report confirms veteran defender will make his 2026 debut in Week 4 vs. Las Vegas Raiders

The Kansas City Chiefs released their final injury report for Week 4 vs. the Las Vegas Raiders, complete with game status designations. The Kansas City Chiefs have released their final injury report ahead of Week 4 against the Las Vegas Raiders.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / October 2

Kansas City Chiefs DC Steve Spagnuolo dropped a grenade ahead of Week 4 vs. the Las Vegas Raiders, and fans have reason to worry

Chamarri Conner is close to returning from a training camp knee injury. Kansas City Chiefs DC Steve Spagnuolo’s latest comments raise questions about where he’ll line up.

Patrick Mahomes News / A to Z Sports / October 2

Raiders and Chiefs meet in a rare battle of unbeatens, and Patrick Mahomes already knows exactly what’s coming from Las Vegas

The Las Vegas Raiders and Kansas City Chiefs are 3-0 entering rivalry week, and Patrick Mahomes knows the record is no fluke. The Las Vegas Raiders are ready to kick off rivalry week against the Kansas City Chiefs, and this AFC West matchup could be the game of the week.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 2

Update emerges on Chiefs' possible trade for Jaguars WR Brian Thomas Jr.

For a piece published on Friday, ESPN's Dan Graziano shared an update on the Thomas-related rumors that have hovered over the Jaguars since this past winter.

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Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / October 1

Kansas City Chiefs Sweep AFC Monthly Honors On Offense: Kenneth Walker’s star turn, Kahlil Benson’s rookie breakthrough

RB Kenneth Walker III and OT Khalil Benson put together a September that sent the Kansas City Chiefs digging through the record books. Some of the names they joined date back to 1963.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 1

Steelers' cornerback targets after Joey Porter Jr. trade

Losing your CB1 is far from ideal. That could force Pittsburgh to explore the trade market before the deadline on Nov. 10.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / October 1

Patrick Mahomes sends warning to Chiefs about Raiders game, discusses friendship with Maxx Crosby

It doesn't sound like Mahomes will be taking the Raiders lightly.

Maxx Crosby has two-word message for Patrick Mahomes: 'It's war'

Maxx Crosby shares warning for 3-0 Raiders ahead of clash with unbeaten Chiefs

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Travis Kelce admits Chiefs still have plenty to fix after 3-0 start

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Travis Kelce News / Yardbarker / September 30

Travis Kelce admits Chiefs still have plenty to fix after 3-0 start

Kelce isn't pretending everything has gone according to plan.

Maxx Crosby has two-word message for Patrick Mahomes: 'It's war'

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Josh Simmons News / Field Level Media / September 30

Chiefs LT Josh Simmons (back) is 'getting better'

Kansas City Chiefs left tackle Josh Simmons could miss his fourth straight game with a bulging disc in his lower back. Head coach Andy Reid told reporters that the 2025 first-round draft pick will not practice on Wednesday.