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The Kansas City Chiefs have been accustomed to winning the AFC West and playing deep into January since Patrick Mahomes took over as the starting quarterback in 2018.

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Chiefs Players with Most to Prove in 2026

This past season did not pan out for the Kansas City Chiefs, as they went 6-11 and failed to reach the playoffs for the first time since 2014. It also marked the first time since 2015 that the Chiefs did not win the AFC West.

Eric Bieniemy News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / January 25

3 Chiefs Set to Benefit Most from Eric Bieniemy's Return

After much deliberation, the Kansas City Chiefs have elected to bring a familiar face back as their offensive coordinator. Matt Nagy is moving on, whether it's as a head coach, an OC elsewhere, or something else entirely, his time with KC has come to an end.

Andy Reid News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / January 25

Chiefs’ Reid Got Company This Week in Exclusive NFL Club

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The AARP will get a change-of-address form in coming days. Mike McCarthy is moving back to Pittsburgh. The only problem is that McCarthy isn’t retired.

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The 'NFL tight end receiving leaders' quiz

How many of the tight ends to eclipse the 5,000-receiving-yard milestone in their NFL career can you name in six minutes?

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Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / January 25

How the Chiefs Can Solve a Big Problem

The Kansas City Chiefs don't get a record of 6 - 11 and miss the playoffs for the first time in a decade without having problems in their roster construction.

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The best one-and-done playoff teams in NFL history

The best teams do not always win the Super Bowl. Sometimes, great NFL squads have failed to win a playoff game. Here are the best ones since the AFL-NFL merger to fall short of advancing in a postseason bracket.

Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / January 25

Former Super Bowl champion with the Chiefs had a take about KC that he quickly realized he had to walk back

Despite being widely disliked at this stage of his career, Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes remains clearly the best in the league. This season, the Chiefs failed to make the postseason, and admittedly, Mahomes did not play well.

Kansas City Chiefs News / The SportsRush / January 24

Tom Brady Recalls Meeting Patrick Mahomes After Comeback Win vs. Chiefs in 2018 AFC Championship Game

When you’re the greatest quarterback in NFL history, and you play for over two decades, you’re bound to rack up some impressive records against teams across the league.

George Karlaftis News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / January 24

Chiefs’ Karlaftis Earned Honor He Only Wants Once

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Imagine a boxer entering the ring for a heavyweight tilt once a week and fighting with just one hand. That’s basically what George Karlaftis endured in 2025.

Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / January 24

Kansas City Chiefs reveal winners of Derrick Thomas MVP, Mack Lee Hill Rookie of the Year for 2025 NFL season

It’s officially awards season for the Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs have officially announced the annual Derrick Thomas MVP and Mack Lee Hill Rookie of the Year awards. The MVP is named after Chiefs legend Derrick Thomas, who tragically passed away in 2000.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / January 24

Where Chiefs Should Target a RB in 2026 NFL Draft

It's no secret that the Kansas City Chiefs desperately need a running back. In the 2025 NFL season, they ranked 25th in rushing yards per game and 21st in yards per carry.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / January 24

Assessing How Coaching Landscape in the AFC Affects the Chiefs

There is coaching movement every year, but this offseason has been particularly active, as at one point, there were 10 head coach vacancies. In addition, several teams entered this offseason with needs at the coordinator positions.

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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.

Patrick Mahomes News / Athlon Sports / January 24

Chiefs Announce Patrick Mahomes News After 9th Season

The Kansas City Chiefs’ 2025 season did not unfold as expected, finishing 6-11 and marking the franchise’s first losing campaign since 2012. It was also the first time in more than a decade that Kansas City failed to reach the NFL playoffs, a sharp downturn for a team accustomed to annual contention.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / January 24

How Chiefs Can Handle Cap Space Situation Without Restructuring Contracts

This is the first offseason in recent memory where the Kansas City Chiefs appear to be at a crossroads in their roster construction strategy. Ever since Patrick Mahomes established himself as an elite quarterback, the team-building process has been straightforward, as the most important position was set in stone for the foreseeable future.

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Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / January 24

Why Eric Bieniemy’s Return is Perfect For Chiefs

For the last few seasons, we have begun to see the flirtations of inconsistencies in the Kansas City Chiefs' offense, from the passing game dynamic to execution in the run game from the team's group of tailbacks.

NFL News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / January 24

Chiefs Should Hope Bills Hire This Coach

This offseason has been dominated by the ever-changing coaching market, which has included several marquee teams that have fallen to the Kansas City Chiefs in recent postseason.

Bryan Cook News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / January 24

Why Chiefs Must Bring Back Bryan Cook in Free Agency

The Kansas City Chiefs have had an early start to their offseason because of the disappointing season that they had in 2025. The Chiefs did not make the playoffs for the first time in a long time.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Athlon Sports / January 23

Travis Kelce, Patrick Mahomes' Comments Resurface After Chiefs News

There is no guarantee that Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes will be back together with the Kansas City Chiefs next season. Mahomes is still under contract with the team through 2031, following his $503 million, 10-year extension.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / January 23

Andy Reid, Chiefs Dealt Concerning News on Friday

Andy Reid's 13th year with the Kansas City Chiefs did not go as many people would expected, finishing the 2025 NFL season with a 6-11 record and missing the playoffs for the first time since 2014.

Travis Kelce News / A to Z Sports / January 23

Kansas City Chiefs TE Travis Kelce set to be replaced by AFC rival as he opts out of 2026 Pro Bowl Games

Kansas City Chiefs TE Travis Kelce was selected for the Pro Bowl for the 11th consecutive season in 2025, but he won't be heading to San Francisco, California, for that particular event.

Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / January 23

Kansas City Chiefs DL coach Joe Cullen gets another defensive coordinator interview — and it's likelier to result in a hire

Kansas City Chiefs D-Line Coach Joe Cullen is a popular defensive coordinator candidate this offseason. First, he interviewed with the Washington Commanders for their defensive coordinator vacancy under HC Dan Quinn.

Kansas City Chiefs News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 23

Ravens Request Interview With Chiefs DL Coach Joe Cullen For DC Job

Adam Schefter of ESPN reports that the Ravens requested to interview Chiefs defensive line coach Joe Cullen for their defensive coordinator vacancy. Cullen

Eric Bieniemy News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 23

Chiefs Officially Hire Eric Bieniemy As Offensive Coordinator

The Kansas City Chiefs announced they officially hired Eric Bieniemy to return as the team’s offensive coordinator. Bieniemy will be replacing former OC Matt Nagy, whose contract expired at the end of the season.

Matt Nagy News / Total Apex Sports / January 23

Kansas City Chiefs Officially Part Ways With Matt Nagy

If the NFL is a “what have you done for me lately” business, the Kansas City Chiefs just provided the latest, loudest example. Despite two Super Bowl rings on his fingers from his second stint with the team, Offensive Coordinator Matt Nagy is officially out.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Yardbarker / January 21