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Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / October 4

Andy Reid Provides Update on Tyquan Thornton After Gruesome Ankle Injury

While the Kansas City Chiefs did enough to secure a road win against the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday, it didn't come without multiple key players going down.

NFL News / Field Level Media / October 4

Chiefs improve to 4-0 with tight win over Raiders

Patrick Mahomes, Kenneth Walker III and the Kansas City Chiefs planted their flag atop the AFC West with a 30-27 victory over the Raiders in Las Vegas on Sunday.

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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.

Rashee Rice News / Athlon Sports / October 4

Kansas City Chiefs Lose Another Receiver After Rashee Rice's Injury

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyquan Thornton suffered a severe ankle injury in the fourth quarter of the Chiefs’ 30-27 win against the Las Vegas Raiders Sunday.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / October 4

10 Instant Observations From the Chiefs’ Thrilling Rivalry Win Over Raiders

The Kansas City Chiefs entered Raider week with some extra excitement surrounding the matchup, as both teams came in with undefeated records. While Las Vegas made a late push and kept things close throughout the afternoon, KC's defense tightened up and was able to triumph over its biggest rival 30-27.

Tyquan Thornton News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 4

Chiefs WR Tyquan Thornton Suffers Serious Ankle Injury

Chiefs WR Tyquan Thornton suffered a very serious ankle injury during the fourth quarter of Sunday’s game against the Raiders. Thornton made a catch down the field and didn’t realize how severe his injury was until he attempted to stand up and celebrate.

Cooper Carlisle News / Viral Sports News / October 4

Former Kansas City Chiefs QB Has Died

Duke Carlisle, the Texas quarterback the Kansas City Chiefs selected in the 1964 AFL draft, died Friday in Lockhart, Texas, after a seven-year fight with lung cancer.

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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 / Viral Sports News / October 4

Kansas City Chiefs Mysteriously Bench Starter Against Raiders

The Kansas City Chiefs opened their Week 4 meeting with the Las Vegas Raiders under a quiet lineup change that had not been telegraphed by the injury report.

Kingsley Suamataia News / A to Z Sports / October 4

Kansas City Chiefs’ bizarre decision to bench LG Kingsley Suamataia in Week 4 vs. the Las Vegas Raiders could prove costly

The Kansas City Chiefs are starting Mike Caliendo at left guard in place of Kingsley Suamataia vs. the Las Vegas Raiders. Injury? Illness? No, it’s a “coaching decision” per reports.

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Rashee Rice News / Field Level Media / October 4

Chiefs WR Rashee Rice exits with hamstring injury

Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice exited in the first quarter with a right hamstring injury. The Chiefs announced he was questionable to return. Rice pulled up after corralling a first-down pass from Patrick Mahomes in the right flat.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Athlon Sports / October 4

Kansas City Chiefs Week 4 Inactives List: Who's in, out vs. Raiders?

It’s almost time for someone to take sole possession of the AFC West. The Kansas City Chiefs (3-0) and Las Vegas Raiders (3-0) will battle at Allegiant Stadium this afternoon.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 4

NFL Week 4 lowlights: Eagles' second-half struggles worsen in collapse vs. Rams

It's officially spooky season, and Week 4 was certainly a house of horrors for several around the NFL.

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Andy Reid News / HITC / October 4

Kansas City Chiefs coach Andy Reid shuts down chance at history vs. Las Vegas Raiders

Andy Reid could set an unbelievable record when the Chiefs face the Raiders, but after learning about it, he politely shut down the conversation. Andy Reid and the Kansas City Chiefs are no strangers to setting records.

Kansas City Chiefs News / EssentiallySports / October 4

Prayers Pour In as Jon Jones Pays Tribute to Late Brother Arthur on His Death Anniversary

Jon Jones paid tribute to his late brother Arthur Jones on the first anniversary of his death, prompting an outpouring of prayers and condolences from the MMA world.

Mansoor Delane News / EssentiallySports / October 4

Chiefs Rookie Mansoor Delane Fined by NFL for Illegal Play Against Dolphins

Playing defensive back for Kansas City means jumping straight into a high-pressure environment. For Mansoor Delane, his welcome-to-the-league moment didn’t come on the scoreboard.

Andy Reid News / The Spun / October 3

Andy Reid Could Make Unbelievable History With Win Over Raiders

History is on the line this Sunday when Andy Reid leads the Kansas City Chiefs into battle against the Las Vegas Raiders. Both the Chiefs and Raiders are 3-0 heading into this Week 4 matchup, so there’ll be plenty of hype leading up to kickoff.

Kansas City Chiefs News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 3

Final Chiefs injury report ahead of Week 4 game vs. Raiders

Chiefs carry a remarkably healthy roster into an AFC West rivalry matchup, though one setback on the offensive front requires an adjustment The Kansas City Chiefs are preparing to defend home turf in a pivotal Week 4 clash against their longtime division rivals.

Patrick Mahomes News / The Spun / October 3

Former Chiefs Quarterback Exposes NFL Refs' Treatment Of Patrick Mahomes

NFL fans already thought Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes was the “golden child” of the league well before this season started. Nonetheless, they just received a lot of ammo from a former quarterback.

Mansoor Delane News / Athlon Sports / October 3

NFL Announces Punishment For Chiefs CB Mansoor Delane

Mansoor Delane and the Kansas City Chiefs remained perfect in Week 3, jumping to 3-0 on the 2026 NFL season after a 24-10 win over Malik Willis and the Miami Dolphins.

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.

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.

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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