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Chiefs WR Xavier Worthy takes care of business everyone knew was coming as 2026 NFL offseason begins

The Kansas City Chiefs didn’t get the type of seasons they had hoped for or expected from several key players in 2025. You can point to many players, but one of the most disappointing position groups is undoubtedly the wide receiver room.

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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’

NFL News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / January 14

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.

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

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

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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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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

Patrick Mahomes News / A to Z Sports / January 14

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.

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

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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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.

Travis Kelce News / Athlon Sports / January 13

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 / A to Z Sports / January 13

Former Chiefs QB Alex Smith shoots down offensive coordinator rumors and shares his opinion on who they will hire

The Kansas City Chiefs need changes before the 2026 season. They have already moved on from some players, but now must decide whether to hire a new staff member.

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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.

Andy Reid News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / January 13

Chiefs’ Reid Now Holds This Unique Distinction

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Entering the 2025 season, Andy Reid’s tenure in Kansas City was a spring chicken compared to the reigns of Mike Tomlin in Pittsburgh and John Harbaugh in Baltimore.

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.

Matt Nagy News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 14

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.

Kansas City Chiefs News / The Spun / January 13

Chiefs Officially Cut 7 Players After Disappointing Season

For all but eight teams, the 2025 NFL season is over and the offseason has already begun. The Kansas City Chiefs, fresh off of their first year without a trip to the playoffs in a decade, are making some roster changes and one noteworthy player has been sent home for good.

Tre Watson News / A to Z Sports / January 12

Kansas City Chiefs sign TE Tre Watson to a reserve/future contract after year of development on practice squad

The Kansas City Chiefs saw the practice squad contracts of seven players expire on Monday morning, and the team has already re-signed one of those players on a reserve/future contract.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Athlon Sports / January 12

Chiefs Make TE Move After Travis Kelce’s 13th NFL Season

Travis Kelce and the Kansas City Chiefs endured their worst season since the tight end joined the team. After opening the 2025 campaign at 6-5 and remaining in the playoff hunt, the Chiefs dropped six straight games to finish 6-11, missing the postseason for just the second time in Kelce’s 13-year NFL career.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Yardbarker / January 9