Entering the offseason, the Kansas City Chiefs' 2026 cap situation was in dire straits, as the team was a league-worst $54.9 million over the cap. Over the course of the last few weeks, the Chiefs' front office has done a masterful job of maneuvering the team under the cap.
When the new league year opens in mid-March, Travis Kelce’s $34.25 million contract disappears, and the greatest tight end of his generation hits free agency after 13 seasons in Kansas City.
Patrick Mahomes watched Kansas City trade Tyreek Hill. He stayed silent when L’Jarius Sneed left. Eight years of roster moves, accepted without public comment.
A former Kansas City Chiefs star wide receiver has changed careers after a four-year career in the NFL. After spending time with the New York Giants, the Chiefs and the Cleveland Browns, Kadarius Toney has not played in the league since 2024.
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.
The Kansas City Chiefs could face a critical decision at quarterback as they approach the upcoming NFL season. With uncertainty surrounding Patrick Mahomes’ readiness for Week 1, analysts believe the team may need to strengthen its depth at the position.
The Kansas City Chiefs will experience a lot of roster turnover this offseason, but the team is retaining one of the longest-tenured players on the roster, according to Senior NFL Insider Ian Rapoport.
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Andy Reid never would’ve done it without Mike Caliendo. Before a Week 15 game at Cleveland in 2024, striving to reach a third consecutive Super bowl, the Chiefs’ head coach made the stunning decision to bump All-Pro card Joe Thuney out to left tackle.
The Kansas City Chiefs won't be retaining one of their starters from Super Bowl LIX, according to a new report. ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reported that the Chiefs will not tender OL Mike Caliendo a contract offer, allowing him to reach free agency.
Jeremy Fowler of ESPN reports that the Chiefs do not plan to use a restricted tender on G Mike Caliendo. This means that Caliendo will be an unrestricted free agent next week. Caliendo, 27, signed with the Chiefs as an undrafted free agent out of Western Michigan following the 2022 NFL Draft.
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.
The Kansas City Chiefs are coming off a very disappointing 2025 season. They finished the regular season with a record of 6-11, their lowest win total since 2012, as they missed the playoffs for the first time in over a decade.
The Kansas City Chiefs are officially bringing back long snapper James Winchester for a 12th season. He's the longest-tenured player with the club, as things currently stand, until they officially bring back Travis Kelce.
Ian Rapoport reports that the Chiefs are bringing back LS James Winchester on a one-year deal worth $1.75 million, which is fully guaranteed. Winchester had previously signed a one-year deal with Kansas City just under a year ago.
Rumors about Travis Kelce have started to grow as the NFL offseason gets closer. The tight end has not said whether he will play in the 2026 season, and that uncertainty has sparked widespread speculation around the league.
The Kansas City Chiefs have been busy this offseason, making moves to create room for new players. They released offensive tackle Jawaan Taylor to save $20 million in cap space a couple of days ago.
Brett Veach went to the 2026 NFL Combine and called Travis Kelce “the best” and “an icon.” Nice words. But the front office had already made its moves days before, restructuring Patrick Mahomes’ contract to free up roughly $44 million in cap space and releasing Mike Danna to save about $9 million more.
The Kansas City Chiefs have many needs to address during the 2026 NFL free agency period, but the question of how to address them and which positions to prioritize is up for debate.