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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.

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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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The 'Passing + Rushing TD playoff games' quiz

How many of the NFL quarterbacks to throw and rush for at least one touchdown in multiple playoff games can you name in five minutes?

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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.

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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 / 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.

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 / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / January 13

What Chiefs Should Learn From Eagles’ Loss

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Even a kid knows promoting from within isn’t the best route for teams seeking new offensive coordinators. After Sam Salvo’s family gave him playoff tickets for Christmas, let’s just say the young man isn’t a fan of Philadelphia’s Kevin Patullo, or A.J.

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 / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / January 13

How Reid Can Provide Coordinator Clarity for Chiefs, Mahomes

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Another day, another team competing with Kansas City for available offensive coordinators. This time, the team is in the Chiefs’ division, turning up pressure on Andy Reid to decide his next move.

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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.

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.

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Why the Chiefs' Pass-Rush Is Finally Demanding Answers

Over the last few seasons, the Kansas City Chiefs' defense has been the backbone of this team. The defense has given this team a lot of different opportunities to win games over the years, and it has been a huge reason why the Chiefs have won Super Bowls in the past.

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

Fan-Favorite Leaving Chiefs for Philly

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Chiefs committed to Isiah Pacheco, Kareem Hunt and Brashard Smith in 2025. Carson Steele was an odd man out. Now, he’s out of Kansas City.

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

Why Chiefs Require Retooling of Wide Receivers in 2026

The Kansas City Chiefs are at a precarious spot heading into the 2026 offseason. They have missed the playoffs for the first time since 2015 and finished with a losing record for the first time since 2012, one season before Andy Reid's arrival.

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.

NFL News / Last Word On Sports / January 13

Top 5 Kansas City Chiefs Offensive Coordinator Candidates for 2026

With reports swirling that Matt Nagy is likely on his way out, the Kansas City Chiefs will soon need a new Chiefs offensive coordinator. Nagy’s departure, whether for head-coaching opportunities with teams like the Titans and Ravens or a fresh start after his contract expired, signals a crucial offseason.