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Thomas Huitt-Johnson

Thomas Huitt-Johnson is from Kansas City, Missouri, and is a former sports editor and sports reporter. He is a fan of the Mizzou Tigers, Sacramento Kings and everything boxing.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                

NFL insider believes Chiefs WR is poised for breakout in 2023

Most Kansas City Chiefs fans haven't been shy about their expectations of wide receiver Justyn Ross. Now, one NFL insider says he expects Ross to have a breakout season in 2023.

NFL announces Chiefs-Bengals for New Year's Eve

If you make New Year's Eve plans in May, this is an important announcement.

Top WR prospect has message for Chiefs ahead of NFL Draft

Boston College wide receiver had a message for Kansas City Chiefs GM Brett Veach on Wednesday morning during his appearance on NFL Network.

Chiefs HC Andy Reid shares his pick for Patrick Mahomes' greatest play

Since that pass, Mahomes has made about 30 other plays that Reid said he'd file away in his brain. But that throw remains the best in Reid's mind.

Chiefs LB Nick Bolton reveals goal for next season

Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Nick Bolton isn't satisfied with one Super Bowl ring. The second-year linebacker wants to repeat.

Chiefs OL Trey Smith goes from watching Chiefs win Super Bowl to helping them win

Kansas City Chiefs guard Trey Smith might have been playing in his first Super Bowl last weekend, but it wasn't the first time he was there with the Chiefs.

Travis Kelce reveals lessons from Super Bowl LV loss

Kansas City tight end Travis Kelce revealed some of what he took away from the Chiefs' loss to the Bucs in Super Bowl LV.

Chiefs power up backfield with Clyde Edwards-Helaire

The Kansas City Chiefs made a significant move ahead of Sunday's Super Bowl against the Philadelphia Eagles, placing wide receiver Mecole Hardman on injured reserve and activating running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire.

Chiefs put their trust in youthful 'Fab Five'

Kansas City's young secondary is one of the reasons the Chiefs are heading to the Super Bowl. Though it may come as a surprise that the Chiefs used so many rookies to keep Joe Burrow, Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins at bay, Kansas City saw their potential last summer in training camp.

Chiefs players downplay 'Burrowhead' banter

The Chiefs aren't biting on banter about "Burrowhead." During Sunday's win over the Bills, Bengals cornerback Mike Hilton referred to Kansas City's Arrowhead Stadium as "Burrowhead" — a reference to Cincinnati QB Joe Burrow.

For the Bengals, it's on to 'Burrowhead' Stadium

The Bengals are certainly confident heading into the AFC Championship Game against the Chiefs, going so far as to make a play on words involving Kansas City's stadium. 

Chiefs DT Chris Jones plans to shut up media in divisional round

Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones has 65 sacks in seven seasons, but none in the playoffs. The All-Pro plans to change that Saturday.

Chiefs will see a familiar face in divisional round, no matter who it is

The Kansas City Chiefs have four teams they possibly could play next week, and there is no shortage of storylines available as they will see a familiar face no matter which team it is.

This offensive weapon might be a headache for Chiefs' next opponent

Could a trade-deadline pickup be among the Chiefs' best players in the postseason? It's not uncommon for a Chiefs player to take on a bigger role in the playoffs. 

10 years ago, Chiefs made one of the franchise's best decisions

Ten years ago, on Jan. 4, 2013, the Kansas City Chiefs hired Andy Reid as head coach — one of the best moves in franchise history.

Patrick Mahomes thriving with revamped offense

Despite dealing Pro Bowl receiver Tyreek Hill to Miami in March, Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs offense haven't missed a beat in 2022.

DE George Karlaftis,aka 'Furious George,' is on a tear for Chiefs

"Furious George" is getting to the quarterback, helping power a Chiefs pass rush that's among the best in the league.  Rookie defensive end George Karlaftis -- nicknamed "Furious George -- has a sack in three straight games heading into Sunday's game against Houston.

How a long snapper got Chiefs' winning streak over Broncos rolling

Newsflash: The Kansas City Chiefs own the Denver Broncos, winning the past 13 games between the teams. You may not know that this epic stretch of dominance got rolling because of a heads-up play by long snapper James Winchester. 

Never count the Chiefs out if they trail at halftime

By halftime, the Kansas City Chiefs are just getting started. In their past six games when trailing at halftime over the past two seasons, Kansas City has won all six.

This stat reveals the greatness of Andy Reid, Chiefs

Sunday's win over the Los Angeles Rams was the Chiefs' fifth straight -- the 10th straight season Kansas City has had a five-game winning streak. 

Chiefs' patience with RB Ronald Jones could pay off

Earlier this season, Jones tweeted he would like a release. The Chiefs did not honor that request, and the patience they have had with each other now could lead to a role for the former Buccaneer down the stretch.

Chiefs TE Travis Kelce delivers knockout blows in division

With three TD catches in Sunday's win over the Los Angeles Chargers, Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce leads the league in touchdown catches with 11. He's saving his best performances for AFC West opponents.

Chiefs WR Kadarius Toney distances himself from Jags for first NFL TD

Two games into his career with Kansas City, Toney looks worth the two draft picks the Chiefs dealt to get him.

Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes also pulls off amazing feats with his feet

Warning to the rest of the NFL: Patrick Mahomes is a great runner, too.

The Chiefs aren't interested in losing their backfield insurance policy

Over the past four seasons, the team has needed a rusher from low on the depth chart for games in December and beyond.