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Kansas City Chiefs can get a head start on 2026 free agency with a player who has ties to new wide receiver coach

The Kansas City Chiefs have done a good job of adding low-risk, high-reward players through reserve/future contracts so far this offseason. Not only did they retain some of their own standouts and late additions to the practice squad, but they've also sought to add fresh faces.

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Travis Kelce goes viral for shot at 16th hole of Waste Management Phoenix Open: ‘Taylor Swift’s gonna write a song about that one’

Kansas City Chiefs superstar tight end Travis Kelce went viral on Wednesday afternoon after hitting an incredible shot on an iconic golf hole. That, of course, resulted in his famous fiancée, Taylor Swift, getting a mention.

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Why Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes is Next Pillar Point for Jaxson Dart

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – A lot of non-quarterbacks are anti-Matt Nagy. But among quarterbacks, John Harbaugh’s decision to hire the former Chiefs offensive coordinator is drawing rave reviews.

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3 Chiefs cut candidates entering 2026 offseason

The Kansas City Chiefs had their worst season in recent memory in 2025. Kansas City finished the regular season with a 6-11 record and missed the playoffs for the first time since the 2014 season.

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KC Chiefs TE Travis Kelce paired with golf stars Scottie Scheffler, Brooks Koepka in WM Phoenix Open Pro-Am

Kansas City Chiefs TE Travis Kelce dropped out of the 2026 NFL Pro Bowl Games. There was plenty of speculation about the why, including rumors regarding his wedding to pop star Taylor Swift.

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The 25 greatest NFL teams that didn't win a Super Bowl

Some franchises' best efforts have not led to victory parades or even Super Bowl berths. Because of untimely injuries, unfortunate circumstances, or myriad other reasons, many teams' plans throughout NFL history have not produced the desired result.

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Chiefs Emerge As Suitors for $120 Million WR After Missing NFL Playoffs

The Kansas City Chiefs entered the offseason after going 6-11 and missing the playoffs. With Patrick Mahomes recovering from a torn ACL, the Chiefs are looking to load up and return to being Super Bowl contenders.

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ESPN's Matt Miller has Chiefs ignoring the offense to build a dominant defense in latest two-round 2026 NFL Mock Draft

The Kansas City Chiefs rarely have a chance to draft a blue-chip player early. They must capitalize on this opportunity at No. 9 to select someone who can contribute immediately and potentially start.

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Things I think I know about the Kansas City Chiefs' 2026 NFL Draft plans ahead of upcoming free agency period

The Kansas City Chiefs have a lot of work ahead this offseason. Chiefs general manager Brett Veach is tasked with getting the team salary cap compliant before the new league year begins on March 11, which will present its own challenges.

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Kelce Says Signs Were Obvious When Chiefs Visited Seattle

KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Neither Cooper Kupp nor Travis Kelce are surprised that the Seahawks are playing in the Super Bowl on Sunday. Kelce, however, knew it was coming well before the Seattle wide receiver.

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Comparing Chiefs' Needs with the Rest of the AFC West

This season exposed several weaknesses on the Kansas City Chiefs' roster, creating a complex offseason for the organization. Additionally, Patrick Mahomes suffering a torn ACL late in the season potentially puts a wrench in the team's strategy in the coming weeks.

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Why the Chiefs Should Sign Rico Dowdle This Offseason

Throughout the modernization of the NFL, the running back position has gone through a complete evolution. While the different styles and types of tailbacks come through the league, the way franchises approach the position has changed significantly since the late 2000s.

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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.

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Chiefs' 2025 Re-Draft Looks Drastically Different

The Kansas City Chiefs' 2025 draft class is a mixture of promising and disappointing picks. It would be premature to make a prognosis on every player, as they just concluded their rookie campaigns this past season.

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How Chiefs Could Have More AFC West Challenges to Fend Off

The NFL coaching carousel was polarizing this offseason, as 10 teams will have new head coaches heading into next season. While the Kansas City Chiefs do not need to worry about that position, with Andy Reid leading the way, they must be perturbed by developments around the league, specifically in their own division.

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How the Chiefs Should Use Their Top Draft Pick

The Kansas City Chiefs have a top ten pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, which they have to use to address one of their biggest roster concerns. They have a lot of areas in their roster that could use a young star to give them some upside next season, as well as a bright future moving forward.