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Two Bold Predictions for Kansas City Chiefs at Las Vegas Raiders in Week 4

Las Vegas Raiders edge rusher Maxx Crosby has made a career instilling fear into opposing quarterbacks. In his eighth season, he has 71 career sacks. He really gets amped up to face Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, whom he has sacked six times in his career.

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One Kansas City Chiefs Starter Out for Week 4

Kansas City Chiefs left tackle Josh Simmons will miss his fourth consecutive game Sunday as he was ruled out for Week 4. Simmons was taken in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft.

Patrick Mahomes News / Total Pro Sports / October 2

Footage Emerges Showing How Refs Allegedly Favored Patrick Mahomes On Questionable Play vs. Dolphins

Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs improved to 3-0 after beating the Dolphins last weekend. Kansas City pulled away late for a 24-10 road win. Miami is still searching for its first victory this season, while a third-quarter sequence from that game has since taken on a life of its own.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / October 2

Kansas City Chiefs’ final injury report confirms veteran defender will make his 2026 debut in Week 4 vs. Las Vegas Raiders

The Kansas City Chiefs released their final injury report for Week 4 vs. the Las Vegas Raiders, complete with game status designations. The Kansas City Chiefs have released their final injury report ahead of Week 4 against the Las Vegas Raiders.

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The '2009 NFL Week 1 starting QBs' quiz

How many of the Week 1 starting quarterbacks from the 2009 NFL season can you name in five minutes?

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / October 2

One Chiefs Skill-Position Player Who Could Soon Find Himself in the Doghouse

Since dislocating his shoulder after colliding with Travis Kelce in the season opener a year ago, Chiefs wide receiver Xavier Worthy hasn't looked the same.

NFL News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / October 2

Three Different Ways Chiefs Can Work to Ensure a Win vs. Raiders on Sunday

Contrary to what many expected coming into the year, the Kansas City Chiefs' Week 4 clash with the Las Vegas Raiders consists of two undefeated teams. With first place in the AFC West on the line, there figures to be high drama in this upcoming Sunday afternoon tilt.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / October 2

Kansas City Chiefs DC Steve Spagnuolo dropped a grenade ahead of Week 4 vs. the Las Vegas Raiders, and fans have reason to worry

Chamarri Conner is close to returning from a training camp knee injury. Kansas City Chiefs DC Steve Spagnuolo’s latest comments raise questions about where he’ll line up.

Patrick Mahomes News / A to Z Sports / October 2

Raiders and Chiefs meet in a rare battle of unbeatens, and Patrick Mahomes already knows exactly what’s coming from Las Vegas

The Las Vegas Raiders and Kansas City Chiefs are 3-0 entering rivalry week, and Patrick Mahomes knows the record is no fluke. The Las Vegas Raiders are ready to kick off rivalry week against the Kansas City Chiefs, and this AFC West matchup could be the game of the week.

NFL News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / October 2

ESPN Matchup Predictor Analyzes Chiefs vs. Raiders Rivalry Showdown in Week 4

The Kansas City Chiefs and Las Vegas Raiders are set to continue one of the AFC's most historic rivalries this Sunday, but this year's matchup comes with more intrigue than we've seen in recent seasons.

Travis Kelce News / TWSN / October 2

Orlando Brown Jr Has a Clear Choice in the Travis Kelce vs. Rob Gronkowski Debate

There has long been the GOAT debate in the NFL when it comes to the tight end position and that debate has centered around Rob Gronkowski and Travis Kelce.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Dave Toub News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / October 2

Dave Toub Rejects Notion of Chiefs' Early-Season Special Teams Woes: 'It's So Early'

It's the least-discussed phase of the game, but special teams is an important one nonetheless. Especially for a Kansas City Chiefs team that hopes to still be playing football deep into January, there figure to be close games on the horizon that require proper execution on the margins.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Athlon Sports / October 2

Travis Kelce, Patrick Mahomes React to Kansas City Chiefs News

The Kansas City Chiefs are off to a strong start in the 2026 NFL season. Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes have led their squad to a perfect 3-0 record through their first three games.

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The 'Active 100-hit MLB seasons' quiz

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NFL News / Yardbarker / October 2

Update emerges on Chiefs' possible trade for Jaguars WR Brian Thomas Jr.

For a piece published on Friday, ESPN's Dan Graziano shared an update on the Thomas-related rumors that have hovered over the Jaguars since this past winter.

Jaguars WR Brian Thomas Jr. linked with three teams amid renewed trade rumors

Jaguars bring improved ground game into clash vs. Bengals

The 'NFL rookie receptions record' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 2

NFL insider shares fresh Maxx Crosby trade before Raiders-Chiefs

NFL insider shares fresh Maxx Crosby trade update as 3-0 Raiders prepare to face 3-0 Chiefs

For a piece published on Friday, ESPN's Dan Graziano shared an update on what have been called "exhausting" Crosby-related stories.

Patrick Mahomes sends warning to Chiefs about Raiders game, discusses friendship with Maxx Crosby

Maxx Crosby shares warning for 3-0 Raiders ahead of clash with unbeaten Chiefs

Maxx Crosby has two-word message for Patrick Mahomes: 'It's war'

The '2025 NFL sack leaders' quiz

Larry Johnson News / EssentiallySports / October 2

Chiefs Legend Larry Johnson Believes He Has CTE at 46

Two decades ago, Kansas City Chiefs running back Larry Johnson was setting NFL records for most rushing attempts in a single season. Now, his body is responding in the worst way possible to the years of constant hits that made his durability a signature in the league.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 2

Kansas City Chiefs vs. Las Vegas Raiders Matchup History

It’s a huge matchup in the AFC West on Sunday afternoon. The Kansas City Chiefs (3-0) will head out west for a division battle with the Las Vegas Raiders (3-0).

NFL News / A to Z Sports / October 1

Kansas City Chiefs’ Thursday injury report shows one slight improvement ahead of Week 4 tilt vs. Las Vegas Raiders

The Kansas City Chiefs released their second injury report for Week 4 vs. the Las Vegas Raiders. The Chiefs had one slight improvement, while the Raiders had two new names on the injury report.

Kahlil Benson News / Athlon Sports / October 1

Kansas City Chiefs Share Exciting Kahlil Benson News

One month ago, Kahlil Benson was a relatively unknown player. Now he’s getting national recognition. The former Indiana Hoosier was signed as an undrafted free agent by the Chiefs this offseason.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 1

Steelers' cornerback targets after Joey Porter Jr. trade

Losing your CB1 is far from ideal. That could force Pittsburgh to explore the trade market before the deadline on Nov. 10.

Two-minute drill: Chiefs-Raiders square off in surprising battle of unbeatens, major injuries, more

The 'Active 10-TD rookie seasons' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 1

Patrick Mahomes sends warning to Chiefs about Raiders game, discusses friendship with Maxx Crosby

It doesn't sound like Mahomes will be taking the Raiders lightly.

Maxx Crosby has two-word message for Patrick Mahomes: 'It's war'

Maxx Crosby shares warning for 3-0 Raiders ahead of clash with unbeaten Chiefs

Report shares how Klint Kubiak impressed Raiders' Tom Brady during interview process

Travis Kelce admits Chiefs still have plenty to fix after 3-0 start

The 'Most 300-yard, 3-TD NFL games' quiz

Travis Kelce News / Yardbarker / September 30

Travis Kelce admits Chiefs still have plenty to fix after 3-0 start

Kelce isn't pretending everything has gone according to plan.

Maxx Crosby has two-word message for Patrick Mahomes: 'It's war'

Two-minute drill: Chiefs-Raiders square off in surprising battle of unbeatens, major injuries, more

The '10K-yard, 80-TD NFL receivers' quiz

Josh Simmons News / Field Level Media / September 30

Chiefs LT Josh Simmons (back) is 'getting better'

Kansas City Chiefs left tackle Josh Simmons could miss his fourth straight game with a bulging disc in his lower back. Head coach Andy Reid told reporters that the 2025 first-round draft pick will not practice on Wednesday.