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Chiefs See Hope and Questions After Rashee Rice’s Return

Still on its bye week the Kansas City Chiefs are in an unfamiliar position. At 5-4, throught nine weeks of the 2025 NFL season the three-time reigning AFC champions are on the outside of its own conference playoff picture, a reality that feels foreign to a team defined by dominance.

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Chiefs Face Crucial Bye Week Reset Amid AFC Playoff Pressure

The Kansas City Chiefs, have won seven consecutive division titles since Patrick Mahomes became the starting quarterback of the team. However, in their current situation, claiming their eight straight is looking quite bleak as they sit with a 5-4 record at the midpoint of the 2025 NFL season.

Andy Reid News / A to Z Sports / November 7

Chiefs HC Andy Reid knows Colts’ defense just took a major hit that he can take advantage of during Week 12 matchup

The Kansas City Chiefs are focused on beating the Denver Broncos after their bye week, but they were just dealt a big break for their Week 12 game against the Indianapolis Colts.

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The 'Rookie TD pass leaders by team' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks with the most passing touchdowns in their rookie season for each NFL team can you name in five minutes?

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NFL News / Arrowhead Addict / November 7

Chiefs will avoid facing key Colts defender in Week 12

The Kansas City Chiefs are on a bye in Week 10. They'll then play the Denver Broncos on the road in Week 11 and will return home to Arrowhead Stadium for a Week 12 matchup against the 7-2 Indianapolis Colts.

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College players whose NFL draft stock has risen the most this season

NFL draft stock is fluid from the start of the college football season until it concludes. These 20 players have risen up draft boards in 2025 as a result of their strong start to the season.

Josh Simmons News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / November 7

Comparing Chiefs’ Offense With, Without Josh Simmons

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – After a disappointing setback entering the bye, the Chiefs needed a shot in the arm. They got it Monday with news that Josh Simmons had returned to the team.

Patrick Mahomes News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / November 7

Mahomes Unveils Bye Week Plans

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The timing was serendipitous, and maybe Patrick Mahomes can pick up a little inspiration for a Chiefs run in the NFL’s second half. The Kansas City quarterback is in Lubbock, Texas, for the gargantuan showdown on Saturday between No.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / November 7

Latest Chiefs mock draft just made one offseason priority painfully clear

Mock drafts look a bit different these days for Kansas City Chiefs. With the team sitting at 5-4 overall and just outside of the current playoff picture—should the NFL season end today—various mocks have K.C.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / November 7

Why the Chiefs' Second-Half Schedule Is Filled With Classics

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Double-check that popcorn supply and be sure the fridge is stocked. The Chiefs hit the grass running next week. “It's the bye week so I'm kind of looking at everything,” Travis Kelce said on Wednesday’s edition of New Heights.

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise — including Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss

Preseason evaluations of Garrett Nussmeier, Cade Klubnik were a huge miss for NFL Draft 'experts'

Kansas City Chiefs News / FirstSportz / November 7

Iga Swiatek Joins the Call Regarding Players’ Welfare Negotiations with Grand Slam Chiefs

Iga Swiatek has urged the Grand Slams to engage in negotiations and reconsider the players’ proposal concerning revenue sharing, players’ welfare, and other issues.

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Brett Veach News / Arrowhead Addict / November 7

Chiefs’ latest contract projections hint at tough choices ahead for Brett Veach

The problem with being a Super Bowl contender year-in and year-out is that it makes keeping talent much more difficult. The Kansas City Chiefs know this situation all too well and will be tasked with yet another offseason filled with difficult free-agent decisions.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / November 7

The Chiefs’ Most Overlooked Offensive Piece Through Nine Weeks

While the Kansas City Chiefs get to sit back and relax this week in the National Football League, they will be keeping close tabs on what happens in Week 10.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / November 7

What the Chiefs Need in the Second Half to Make Another Deep Run

The Kansas City Chiefs' season has had its moments so far. They did not have the start that they had wanted, but they did weather the storm in the first few games of the season.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / November 7

Nobody expected the Chiefs to completely ignore these two names

Not everything that happens in the course of an NFL season is going to be what people expect. Teams have come out of nowhere to place themselves near the top of the conference standings.

Travis Kelce News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / November 7

Reviewing Travis Kelce's Production Through Week 9

In this episode of the Kansas City Chiefs Insider Podcast, we break down how well veteran tight end Travis Kelce has done to help the Chiefs this season.

Patrick Mahomes News / Athlon Sports / November 7

Concerning Patrick Mahomes Problem Emerges After Chiefs-Bills

The Buffalo Bills and Kansas City Chiefs played another instant classic against one another last Sunday. The Bills were up 7-0 after the first quarter before taking a 21-13 lead into halftime.

Kansas City Chiefs News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 6

Chiefs’ biggest mistake at 2025 NFL trade deadline

For years, the Kansas City Chiefs have been defined by boldness, both on the field and in the front office. From blockbuster trades for offensive stars to shrewd midseason additions, general manager Brett Veach and head coach Andy Reid have built a dynasty on calculated aggression.

Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / November 6

Top games to watch as a Chiefs fan in Week 10 with Kansas City on its bye

Kansas City Chiefs fans can kick back and watch whichever NFL games they'd like in Week 10 with the team on their bye week. Unlike recent years, Kansas City is in a dog fight not only to win the AFC West, but just to make the postseason.

Bryan Cook News / Arrowhead Addict / November 6

Chiefs’ surprise defensive anchor in 2025 is playing his way to a massive payday

The Kansas City Chiefs sit at 5-4 during their bye week. It has been a year full of mixed results to this point in the season. With one half of the regular season to go, the Chiefs will need a strong push to challenge for their ultimate goal.

Kansas City Chiefs News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 6

1 signing Chiefs must make after 2025 NFL trade deadline

The Kansas City Chiefs did not get in on the NFL trade deadline action. The team still looks like Super Bowl contenders, but they have fewer wins this season than fans have become accustomed to.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Pro Football Rumors / November 6

Chiefs’ Trent McDuffie expected to seek market-setting CB contract

The NFL’s top cornerback contract was traded Tuesday, with the Colts taking on Sauce Gardner‘s deal after a blockbuster trade with the Jets. Months earlier, Gardner became the third cornerback this year to raise the cornerback contractual ceiling, securing a four-year, $130.1MM extension.