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The Importance of Week 1 for the Chiefs

In this episode, we break down why the first week of the NFL season is a big one for the Kansas City Chiefs. Below is head coach Andy Reid's press conference availability from the seventh of August, before the first preseason game of the season.

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The Morning Bark

The Quiz of the Day

Broadcast Boards: Prep for Chiefs-Chargers

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Unique notes, trends and stats to help play-by-play announcers and color analysts prepare for Friday’s Week 1 contest between the Chiefs and Chargers at Corinthians Arena in São Paulo, Brazil (7 p.m.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / September 3

Chiefs headline list of NFL contenders that could take a step back in 2025

Generally speaking, it is lonely at the top. That's the age-old adage ceremoniously touted by those lucky enough to reach the peak of their respective professions.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / September 3

Why Chiefs’ Defense Needs to Duplicate Success Against Familiar Foe

The Kansas City Chiefs continue to anxiously inch closer and closer to the 2025 NFL campaign. The Chiefs will start their season overseas against the Los Angeles Chargers, a familiar foe that they wish to only face in the regular season and not down the stretch in the playoffs.

Green Bay Packers News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NFL sack leaders since 2021' quiz

How many of the 24 NFL players to record at least 30 sacks since the 2021 season can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active 14-sack NFL seasons' quiz

The '2024-25 NFL sack leaders' quiz

The '2024 NFL passing touchdown leaders' quiz

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

Watch: Wide Receiver Hollywood Brown After Tuesday’s Practice

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Hollywood Brown spoke from the podium at team headquarters after Tuesday’s practice. “Feeling good, blessed.

NFL News / Yardbarker

Which NFL teams have the longest Super Bowl droughts?

No sporting event can match the Super Bowl. It’s the biggest annual event in sports, and frankly, in culture. Television ratings don’t lie on that front.

NFL News / Field Level Media / September 2

Chiefs trek to Brazil with eye on extending dominance of Chargers

Bold is the theme on defense for the Kansas City Chiefs as the 2025 season begins in a rare Week 1 setting -- and with a division rival waiting -- as Friday night lights and the NFL come to South America.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / September 2

Chiefs are giving Hollywood Brown his dream NFL reset in Brazil

Marquise “Hollywood” Brown has waited a long time for this. When the Kansas City Chiefs take the field in Sao Paulo, Brazil, on Friday night to open the 2025 NFL season against the Los Angeles Chargers, Brown will finally get a prime(time) opportunity to show why he bet on himself (again) this spring.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / September 2

Chiefs are giving Hollywoodo Brown his dream NFL reset in Brazil

NFL News / A to Z Sports / September 2

Kansas City Chiefs aim to maintain normalcy for Week 1 vs. Los Angeles Chargers with epic journey to Brazil slated for Wednesday

The Kansas City Chiefs will soon be cruising somewhere around 35,000 feet as they travel to São Paulo, Brazil, for their Week 1 tilt with the Los Angeles Chargers.

Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / September 2

Taylor Swift brings back sweet and iconic tribute to Travis Kelce for Brittany Mahomes' 30th birthday bash

Eagle-eyed fans quickly noticed something very specific about Taylor Swift's outfit in a recent photo she took with Brittany Mahomes while celebrating Mahomes' birthday.

George Karlaftis News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / September 2

Watch: Defensive End George Karlaftis After Tuesday’s Practice

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Kansas City Chiefs defensive end George Karlaftis spoke from the podium at team headquarters after Tuesday’s practice. “Yeah, just like you said, we have a lot of motivation going into this season, prove some people right, prove some people wrong.

NFL News / Yardbarker

25 NFL quarterbacks from the 2000s who you already forgot about

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

NFL News / A to Z Sports / September 2

Chiefs' first injury report of the 2025 season headlined by a pair of rookies ahead of matchup vs. Chargers in Brazil

The Kansas City Chiefs have released their first injury report of the season, as they prepare to take on the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 1. As a whole, the Chiefs are about as healthy as you could hope for entering the regular season.

Andy Reid News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / September 2

Watch: Head Coach Andy Reid After Tuesday’s Practice

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid spoke from the podium at team headquarters after Tuesday’s practice. “All right, the only one that didn't practice today was (Jalen) Royals.

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The 'NFL sack leaders since 2021' quiz

The 'College football color teams' quiz

The 'NFL QB season rushing leaders' quiz

The 'Most 1,000-rushing yard NFL seasons' quiz

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / September 2

The one Chiefs player who could flip Week 1 on its head

Week 1 in the NFL is finally here! For the first time since 2022, the Kansas City Chiefs won't get the honor of hosting a team to kick off the 2025 regular season.

Patrick Mahomes News / Last Word On Sports / September 2

Red Flag Raised About Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes as Coach Calls Out QB’s Flaw

The Kansas City Chiefs have been able to breathe easy knowing they have Patrick Mahomes while everyone else does not. However, Mahomes’ play has led to even more scrutiny than the three-time Super Bowl champion has previously faced.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 2

Chiefs Reveal Star Player Cleared for Season-Opener vs. Chargers

The Kansas City Chiefs are scheduled to take the field for a season-opening contest against the Los Angeles Chargers on Friday, Sept. 5 for the NFL's second-ever game in Brazil.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Athlon Sports / September 2

Chiefs Wide Receiver Missed Practice Days Before Season-Opener

The Kansas City Chiefs are just three days away from their season-opener against the Los Angeles Chargers as both teams get set to start the season in unfamiliar territory.

Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / September 2

Former Kansas City Chiefs great leaves Patrick Mahomes off his list of top 3 QBs for a very odd reason

Although he only played with the franchise for two seasons, Hall of Fame quarterback Joe Montana made a big impact with the Kansas City Chiefs. Montana compiled a 17-8 record as the Chiefs' starting QB between the 1993 and 1994 season.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 2

Five NFL teams that must win their Week 1 matchups

A bad first impression in Week 1 could very well be the last impression some NFL teams leave.

How Cowboys' rift with Micah Parsons' agent sparked blockbuster trade

Steelers superstar's availability remains uncertain for Week 1 showdown vs. Jets

NFL 2025 bold predictions: Jaxson Dart’s rise, Kevin Stefanski’s fall and Super Bowl surprises

Which NFL teams have the longest Super Bowl droughts?

The 'Last 1,000-receiving yard seasons by NFL team' quiz

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / September 2

These 4 off-the-wall Chiefs predictions might age like prophecy

As we continue to take a weird look at the upcoming NFL season, it's time to make some predictions for the Kansas City Chiefs through such a lens. It's rather easy to predict a ton of wins, a deep postseason run, and lots of heroics from Patrick Mahomes.

Patrick Mahomes News / A to Z Sports / September 2

Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes extends streak of appearing on annual NFL offseason list, but is still probably unhappy about it

The NFL has slowly revealed its 2025 Top 100 Players list over the summer, and it concluded on Monday night with the top 10. Coming in at No. 5 was Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, which marked his seventh consecutive appearance not just on the list in general, but inside the top 10.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 1

Bengals have big plans for Chiefs' recent cut

On Monday, the Cincinnati Bengals added a veteran defensive tackle to the practice squad.

Predicting the standings for each NFL division

25 NFL storylines to keep an eye on heading into the 2025 season

The 'NFL sack leaders since 2015' quiz

Trent McDuffie News / Pro Football Rumors / September 1

Chiefs, CB Trent McDuffie will not reach extension agreement before Week 1

Both guard Trey Smith and edge rusher George Karlaftis have finalized long-term Chiefs extensions this offseason. Cornerback Trent McDuffie has long been known to be high on the list of players next in line for a deal of their own.