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Chiefs Visit With 20-Sack Star Ahead of 2026 NFL Draft

Coming off one of their worst seasons in over a decade, where they finished 6–11, the Kansas City Chiefs have been active this offseason in an effort to retool and revive their dynasty.

Andy Reid News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / April 9

Why Last Season Could be a Blessing in Disguise for Andy Reid

The Kansas City Chiefs underperformed last season, missing the playoffs for the first time, finishing with a 6-11 record. While that was obviously not

Patrick Mahomes News / HITC / April 9

Patrick Mahomes’ 2017 Draft Day tie mistake draws hilarious reaction from Kansas City Chiefs

Patrick Mahomes had fans laughing after revisiting an old draft-day moment from 2017, where even he could not ignore one small but memorable detail. The Kansas City Chiefs quarterback reacted to a clip from the night he entered the NFL, a moment that marked the beginning of his journey to becoming one of the league’s biggest stars.

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The AP has awarded its Defensive Player of the Year Award to the NFL's most outstanding defender since 1971. How many of the NFL DPOYs can you name in six minutes?

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Tyson at 9 Makes No Sense for Chiefs in This Scenario

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Peter Schrager spent an hour with Brett Veach at the annual league meeting last week in Phoenix. And during that interview, the Chiefs general manager told Schrager he’d rather give off-the-record details on the Chiefs’ plans for the No.

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First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

Teams are finalizing their Big Boards with much of NFL free agency in the rearview mirror. There's a look at the least first-round mock draft as of April 8, 2026.

Fernando Mendoza makes an emotional decision about NFL Draft

NFL Draft intel: Carnell Tate's stock soaring, David Bailey-Arvell Reese debate, Sonny Styles-Fred Warner comps

Steelers are showing interest in a small-school standout who could turn out to be a hidden gem at wide receiver in Pittsburgh

Steelers' potential 2026 NFL Draft plans contradict claims about QB Will Howard

Arm length concerns surrounding Miami DE Rueben Bain Jr. may work in Cowboys' favor during 2026 NFL Draft

Jets coaches reportedly 'loved' this quarterback prospect after meeting him

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / April 9

Chiefs Can Earn the Ultimate Insurance With No. 9 Pick

The Chiefs have plenty of options on who they might take throughout the 2026 NFL Draft. There are multiple positions that need focusing on, but there are talks about Kansas City selecting each one with their top-10 pick.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / April 8

Atlanta Falcons quickly sign former Kansas City Chiefs starter to replace a first-round draft pick who suddenly retired

A former Kansas City Chiefs starter just signed a one-year deal for much less than what he would’ve earned had he not been released earlier this offseason.

Kansas City Chiefs News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 8

Falcons Signing OT Jawaan Taylor To One-Year, $5M Deal

According to Adam Schefter, the Falcons are signing OT Jawaan Taylor to a one-year, $5 million deal that includes an additional $1 million available through incentives. The Chiefs signed Taylor as a free agent a few years ago in the hope he could play left tackle for them.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Gridiron Heroics / April 8

'Went Against the Call’ — Jim Nantz Helped Create Travis Kelce’s Iconic Interview Moment

Some of the most iconic moments in NFL history are not scripted; they are stolen. Snatched in real time. That is exactly what happened when Travis Kelce grabbed a mic and turned a postgame interview into a viral anthem.

Patrick Mahomes News / Athlon Sports / April 8

Chiefs React to Patrick Mahomes Mistake

Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs had a 2025 NFL season to forget, finishing with a 6-11 record and missing out on the playoffs for the first time in the Mahomes era.

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2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

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.

2026 NFL Draft: 25 prospects who are diamonds in the rough

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NFL Draft: Fernando Mendoza’s big issue among latest intel

Penn State's Drew Allar sends message to teams ahead of NFL Draft

NFL GM makes prediction about Giants, Caleb Downs draft rumors

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / April 8

Kansas City Hosts 2 Intriguing Local Prospects for Pro Day

On Tuesday, Kansas City hosted 37 prospects around the area for their own version of a pro day. These workouts allowed some “hidden talents” to get more attention within a professional organization, and it also allowed some local talents to showcase their abilities.

NFL News / Last Word On Sports / April 8

Chiefs Roll the Dice, Take High Risk In Latest Mock Draft

The Kansas City Chiefs missed the playoffs for the first time since Patrick Mahomes took over under center, and every single mock draft out there is trying to put them back into the postseason.

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What Drafting a WR in the First Round Would Say About Chiefs

The buzz around the 2026 NFL Draft is only growing, as we are just over two weeks away from April 23, which is when the first round will take place. It

Dexter Lawrence News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / April 8

The Chiefs Have Every Reason to Pursue a Dexter Lawrence Trade

The Kansas City Chiefs traded one of their key defensive pieces for additional draft capital to boost their chances of getting young, cheap stars in the draft.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / April 8

Here’s Chiefs Veteran Under Most Pressure in 2026

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Chiefs set an NFL record in 2025 for lack of luck. They finished a league-worst 1-9 (.100) in one-score games. Their opponents converted 62 of 64 kicks (31 of 32 field goals and 31 of 32 extra points), the best percentage in the league.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / April 8

Expectations For Chiefs Ahead of NFL Draft

Franchises face different circumstances and situations ahead of the NFL Draft, and it is no different for the Kansas City Chiefs, a franchise that once ruled the league landscape, which is now stitching itself up with the hopes of injecting new life and ample talent through multiple Top 100 selections in the upcoming selection process.

Rashee Rice News / Total Apex Sports / April 7

Rashee Rice will not face new NFL discipline after league closes investigation

The NFL has closed its investigation into Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice, determining there was not enough evidence to find that he violated the league’s personal conduct policy in connection with abuse allegations made by his former girlfriend, Dacoda Jones.

Trey Smith News / A to Z Sports / April 7

NFL insider gives Trey Smith another Vols teammate in Kansas City in his latest mock draft

Tennessee cornerback Colton Hood has built up a lot of momentum since taking the field for Tennessee last September. The former Vol played beyond most people’s expectations despite a down season for Tennessee, earning an invitation to the NFL Combine and the Senior Bowl.