Kansas City Chiefs: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Patrick Mahomes News / A to Z Sports / September 14

KC Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes’ kids deliver adorable message via The Players’ Tribune ahead of his return to football from knee injury

A special message for Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes, shared by Brittany Mahomes and The Players’ Tribune. Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes is set to return to football on Monday night, nine months removed from a serious knee injury.

Travis Kelce News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / September 14

Chiefs Stats and Milestones for Week 1 vs. Broncos: Travis Kelce Leads the Way

The Kansas City Chiefs are back in full force, taking the field on the Monday Night Football stage against a tough Denver Broncos opponent. It's a battle of bitter AFC West foes, and it carries plenty of importance considering the gap between the two in the standings just one year ago.

Drue Tranquill News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / September 14

'Until All Are Free': Drue Tranquill's Mission Beyond Football

Early in a conversation with Drue Tranquill, there's a moment when the football stops mattering. Not because he does not love it — he clearly does — but

Bo Nix News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most yards through two NFL seasons' quiz

32 quarterbacks in NFL history have throw for more than 6,000 yards in the first two seasons of their career. How many of those QBs can you name in five minutes?

The 'Most TD passes in first two seasons' quiz

The 'Game-winning-drives record by team' quiz

The 'NFL yards-from-scrimmage leaders' quiz

NFL News / A to Z Sports / September 14

Bo Nix has had Kansas City Chiefs DC Steve Spagnuolo’s number in the past, and he wants his defense to know it

The Kansas City Chiefs’ defense hasn’t performed well against Denver Broncos QB Bo Nix through four games in 2024 and 2025. Steve Spagnuolo made a point of making his team aware of that during their Week 1 preparations.

NFL News / Yardbarker

When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?

All 32 teams have hope for a perfect 17-0 regular season as another year begins, but the odds aren't in their favor. As the season opens, we predict the first loss for each team in 2026.

NFL News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / September 14

Chiefs vs. Broncos: NFL Week 1 Preview, Score Predictions

Everything from this point backwards was practice. The Kansas City Chiefs' real journey begins on Monday, and the early-season stakes don't get much higher than an AFC West showdown against the visiting Denver Broncos.

Kansas City Chiefs News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 14

What Dan Orlovsky wants to see from Chiefs to help Patrick Mahomes’ return from injury

On Monday evening, the Kansas City Chiefs will hit the field for the first time in the 2026 NFL season with a home game against the divisional rival Denver Broncos.

NFL News / Field Level Media / September 14

Week 1 MNF: Broncos-Chiefs Preview, Props, Prediction

The Denver Broncos travel to Kansas City to face the Chiefs on Monday night in a critical AFC West battle to close out Week 1. It also features the return of Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes just nine months removed from ACL surgery.

Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / September 14

Kansas City Chiefs have a golden opportunity in Week 1 to seize an early AFC West lead and put 2025 in the past where it belongs

A win in Week 1 for the Kansas City Chiefs means everything, while a loss to the Denver Broncos could be catastrophic to their AFC West pursuits. The Kansas City Chiefs are set to kick off their 2026 NFL season on “Monday Night Football” against the Denver Broncos, and the opportunity in front of them could not be more significant.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 14

'Monday Night Football': Where to watch Chiefs vs. Broncos

These two teams have a rivalry history, but this year, it's going to be bigger and better.

Chiefs are playing a dangerous game with Patrick Mahomes

Patrick Mahomes' comeback comes with a nightmare Week 1 problem

The '2024-25 NFL passing TD leaders' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker

The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Kenneth Walker III News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Super Bowl MVPs' quiz

The Super Bowl MVP Award has been given out 61 times over 60 Super Bowls (Super Bowl XII had co-MVPs). How many can you name in eight minutes?

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The 'Most yards through two NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Women's U.S. Open champions' quiz

The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Most 10-TD catch NFL seasons' quiz

Kansas City Chiefs News / Athlon Sports / September 14

Final Injury Report for Broncos-Chiefs: Will Patrick Mahomes, Chris Jones Play?

The Kansas City Chiefs are at home Monday night as they host the Denver Broncos in an AFC West showdown during Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season. Kansas City enters Monday’s game looking to start the season off strong with a home victory over their division rival as the Chiefs try to bounce back after missing the playoffs last season.

NFL News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / September 14

Chiefs vs. Broncos NFL Week 1: Odds, preview

With the offseason and preseason in the books, Week 1 has already brought plenty of fireworks. When the Kansas City Chiefs square off against the Denver Broncos, there may be even more to cap off the start of a new campaign.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 14

Best Monday Night Football Player Prop Bets, Latest Odds for Broncos at Chiefs in Week 1

The Denver Broncos and Kansas City Chiefs renew their AFC West rivalry Monday night at Arrowhead Stadium. Patrick Mahomes returns from major knee surgery against a Denver defense that gave him problems last season, while Wil Lutz could stay busy if the Broncos move the ball but stall in Chiefs territory.

Kansas City Chiefs News / KansasCityHuddle / September 14

‘Leader’ Patrick Mahomes’ unique assessment technique hailed by fellow Chiefs Kenneth Walker

Patrick Mahomes’ habit of taking notes has given new Kansas City Chiefs teammate Kenneth Walker III a closer look at what makes the quarterback such a strong leader.

NFL News / EssentiallySports / September 14

Former Chiefs QB Alex Smith Lands Special Role Ahead of Week 1 Clash Against Broncos

Before Patrick Mahomes ever took a snap in Kansas City, there was Alex Smith. Now, ahead of the Kansas City Chiefs‘ Week 1 showdown with the Denver Broncos, the franchise is bringing him back, not to throw a pass, but to set the tone for the night in a way only he can.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Athlon Sports / September 14

When Will Travis Kelce and Andy Reid Retire? The Coach Has Some Thoughts

When the Kansas City Chiefs take the field at Arrowhead Stadium Monday night for their 2026 opener against the Denver Broncos, it will mark 14 seasons that head coach Andy Reid and tight end Travis Kelce have been together in K.C.

Andy Reid News / Athlon Sports / September 14

Andy Reid Talks Chiefs, Cheeseburgers

It’s just a matter of time before Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid takes his place in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. He enters the 2026 season with 307 career victories, fourth on the NFL’s all-time list behind Don Shula (347), Bill Belichick (333) and George Halas (324).

Patrick Mahomes News / HITC / September 14

Patrick Mahomes’ mom’s heartwarming reason for bringing Chiefs moms together in lavish event

Patrick Mahomes’ mom, Randi, has played an important role in setting the tone for the Kansas City Chiefs ahead of the new season. The Chiefs will open their regular season on Monday night against the Denver Broncos at Arrowhead Stadium.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 14

Chiefs Week 1 injury report vs. Broncos: What it means for fantasy football

Kansas City does not usually enter a season opener with questions about its offense. Their 2026 Week 1 matchup with the Denver Broncos, however, carries an unusually intriguing fantasy football wrinkle.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Yardbarker / September 14

Patrick Mahomes' comeback comes with a nightmare Week 1 problem

Patrick Mahomes has cleared every hurdle necessary to make his remarkable return to the Kansas City Chiefs. Unfortunately for Mahomes, his first game back comes with the kind of problem no quarterback returning from major knee surgery wants to see.

Chiefs are playing a dangerous game with Patrick Mahomes

The 'NFL season TD-pass leaders' quiz

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / September 13

Kenneth Walker III’s Leadership Is Making an Impact on Chiefs’ RB Room

One of the biggest acquisitions of the offseason for the Kansas City Chiefs was running back Kenneth Walker III. The reigning Super Bowl MVP is set to make his debut in the red and gold tomorrow night against the Broncos.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 13

Chiefs are playing a dangerous game with Patrick Mahomes

The Kansas City Chiefs will have their star quarterback on the field in the season opener.

Patrick Mahomes showing no fear as he prepares to return from ACL/LCL tear

Patrick Mahomes has three final words about his Week 1 availability

Chiefs have an X-factor that's not Patrick Mahomes or Travis Kelce

Chiefs likely to be without another veteran starter in season opener

The 'NFL season TD-pass leaders' quiz

Kansas City Chiefs News / Anubis Sports / September 12

2026 Kansas City Chiefs Have Much To Prove This Season

The 2026 Kansas City Chiefs are in unfamiliar territory, with uncertainty surrounding the team’s chances. After a disappointing 6-11 season that kept them out of the playoffs for the first time in the Patrick Mahomes/Andy Reid era, KC no longer has the aura of a Super Bowl champ.