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Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / September 16

Eagles Coaches Like How They Handled Amped Up KC Blitz

Any time Kansas City defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo is on the schedule, you know what’s coming. The NFL’s resident blitz doctor generally starts sending pressure from the team bus, and that was only ramped up on Sunday when the Eagles persevered to top the Chiefs 20-17 in the early-season rematch of Super Bowl LIX.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / September 13

How Saquon Barkley, Steve Spagnuolo have fared head-to-head

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Steve Spagnuolo and Saquon Barkley have a lot in common. They both grew up in East Coast cities, got their first big professional jobs with the New York Giants and made significant contributions to the Eagles organization.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 12

Chiefs DC Steve Spagnuolo gets real on Chargers’ offensive game plan in Brazil

Not many in the football community expected the Los Angeles Chargers to take down the Kansas City Chiefs in their Week 1 battle in Brazil last Friday night.

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Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / September 11

Spagnuolo Identifies 4 Most Important Defensive Series Every Game

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Kansas City Chiefs special teams coordinator Steve Spagnuolo spoke from the podium at team headquarters before Thursday’s practice. The Chiefs are hosting the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday (3:25 p.m.

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NFL News / A to Z Sports / September 11

Chiefs DC Steve Spagnuolo confirms promising rookie is already ascending the ranks after just nine snaps in Week 1 vs. Chargers

If you wanted to see more of Kansas City Chiefs rookie DE Ashton Gillotte in Week 1 of the 2025 NFL season, you're not alone. Despite playing just nine defensive snaps, Gillotte was one of the team's most promising rookies in the Week 1 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers.

NFL News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / September 9

Spagnuolo: Chiefs Had Wrinkles To Stop Tush Push

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Steve Spagnuolo is 4-2 in Super Bowls, the only coordinator in NFL history to win the big game with different franchsises and the only coordinator to win four of them.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / September 9

Chiefs rookie defender could be the missing chaos agent for Steve Spagnuolo

Ashton Gillotte’s arrival in Kansas City comes at the perfect time. With Chris Jones still anchoring the defensive front, the Chiefs have needed another disruptive force who could thrive alongside him, complementing the pressure packages schemed up by longtime DC Steve Spagnuolo.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / September 9

History says Chiefs fans shouldn’t panic after sluggish Spags debut

The Kansas City Chiefs got off to a disappointing start to the season on Friday night when they lost 27-21 to the Los Angeles Chargers. On offense, it once again felt like Patrick Mahomes didn't get enough help from his supporting cast, but people were also disappointed in Steve Spagnuolo's defense.

NFL News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / September 2

Strapping Young Ladd: Spags Has Creative Message for Caging WR

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – A year ago in Los Angeles, Steve Spagnuolo saw enough of Ladd McConkey on the Chargers’ game-opening drive to give rookie ultimate respect.

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As years go by, it's easy to forget some of the players who suited up on the gridiron. While the quarterback is the one position in the NFL that is under

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / September 1

Watch: Defensive Coordinator Steve Spagnuolo Before Monday’s Practice

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Kansas City Chiefs defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo spoke from the podium at team headquarters before Monday’s practice. “Yeah, he's dynamic.

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

Chiefs rookie DE Ashton Gillotte brought Dave Toub's 'animal' to Steve Spagnuolo's defense in preseason Week 3 vs. Bears

Kansas City Chiefs rookie DE Ashton Gillotte stacked back-to-back preseason games with standout performances in different phases of the game. The third-round draft pick out of Louisville has been stacking good days throughout training camp and building off each passing preseason performance.

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NFL News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / August 21

Spagnuolo, Chiefs Expect Bears to Follow This Trend Friday

Starters for both teams, including Patrick Mahomes and Caleb Williams, will open Friday’s preseason finale at Arrowhead Stadium. How long they play is uncertain, but Steve Spagnuolo said this week he won’t be surprised if Chicago sees the game as more than a final tuneup for the regular season.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / August 19

Watch: Chiefs Defensive Coordinator Steve Spagnuolo’s Tuesday Availability

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Kansas City Chiefs defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo spoke in advance of his club’s practice at team headquarters on Tuesday. SPAGNUOLO: “Yeah, I didn’t like the way we played the run.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Athlon Sports / August 19

‘Shame on US’: Steve Spagnuolo Gets Blunt About Chiefs’ Performance Before Week 1

The Kansas City Chiefs’ second preseason game on August 15 ended in a 33-16 loss to the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Kansas City entered the game 0-1 after a 20-17 loss to the Arizona Cardinals in Week 1 of the preseason, again resting most starters, including Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / August 16

Chiefs’ defensive depth is unraveling after painful Seahawks setback

Steve Spagnuolo asks his defensive backs to be able to deliver the hits. Unfortunately for the Kansas City Chiefs secondary, they're the ones taking the hits this preseason.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / August 5

Steve Spagnuolo's best defensive plan is falling apart without Kristian Fulton

There’s a lingering question in the Kansas City Chiefs’ secondary that hasn’t received much attention this offseason. Cornerback Kristian Fulton has been working his way back from what head coach Andy Reid described as a "clean-up" surgery this offseason.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / August 4

Jerry Tillery might be the sneakiest piece in Steve Spagnuolo’s puzzle

The Kansas City Chiefs signed defensive tackle Jerry Tillery back in March after losing Tershawn Wharton in free agency to the Carolina Panthers. At the time, it was viewed as a low-cost veteran replacement for Wharton, and after K.C.

Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / July 31

Kansas City Chiefs DC Steve Spagnuolo describes the things he sees Chris Jones focusing on at this stage of his career

Players like Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones stay great because they are always fine-tuning their craft. Entering his 10th NFL season, Jones is still at the top of his game.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / July 9

Steve Spagnuolo Offers Joe Burrow MAJOR Praise Following 2024 Win Over Cincinnati

Greats respecting greats. That's what Kansas City Chiefs defensive coordinator Steve Sapgnuolo channeled after his team's 26-25 win over the Bengals in Week 2 of the 2024 season.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Gridiron Heroics / April 10

Defensive Back Gushes Over Kansas City Chiefs’ ‘Mastermind’ After Signing Contract With Reigning AFC Champions

When it comes to the Kansas City Chiefs, it’s almost always about the likes of quarterback Patrick Mahomes, tight end Travis Kelce and head coach Andy Reid.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Yardbarker / February 4

Chiefs' X factors for Super Bowl LIX

The Chiefs could be days away from winning their third straight NFL championship. Philadelphia, whom they beat in Super Bowl LVII, should have something to say about that, so look for these players and coaches to step up for Kansas City.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / January 31

Three ways the Chiefs defense will look to stymie the Eagles offense

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Kansas City Chiefs News / Yardbarker / January 26

Five reasons the Chiefs will win Super Bowl LIX

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Kansas City Chiefs News / The Spun / January 9

Chiefs DC Steve Spagnuolo Has 3 Interviews Scheduled Friday

Kansas City Chiefs defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo is going to be busy on Friday. According to Jonathan Jones of CBS Sports, Spagnuolo will interview with the Jacksonville Jaguars, Las Vegas Raiders, and New York Jets.