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The Kansas City Chiefs have given Dave Toub a real gift in the fifth round of the 2025 NFL Draft with the selection of Jeffrey Bassa, a linebacker out of Oregon.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / April 11

Dave Toub's special teams brilliance keeps feeding NFL teams beyond the Chiefs

If only every team in the National Football League had a Dave Toub available to it. The Kansas City Chiefs have exhibited excellence on special teams for the vast majority of Toub's lengthy tenure with the team as the unit's coordinator, which has only further cemented his reputation as one of the league's most lauded S/T coaches.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Pride / February 3

‘Coach’ Jack Cochrane? Maybe someday, says Dave Toub

He might have a career waiting for him once his playing days are over. While speaking with writers on Friday afternoon, Kansas City Chiefs special teams coordinator Dave Toub highlighted what he viewed as one of his unit's greatest achievements this season: their ability to persevere through adversity, especially when players are injured.

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NFL News / Arrowhead Pride / February 2

Chiefs’ ball security is paramount against the Eagles in Super Bowl LIX

The Eagles force a lot of fumbles, so protecting the ball needs to be a priority. When the Kansas City Chiefs face off against the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LIX next Sunday, ball control will be at the forefront of their minds, especially on Special Teams.

NFL News / Yardbarker

Post draft, which NFL teams have the best current QB situations?

With an established top tier and some young options revealing themselves last season, here is a look at where clubs' QB depth charts stand. Contracts and long-term outlooks do not factor in here; these rankings apply only to 2025 on-field capabilities.

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Kansas City Chiefs News / Chiefs Wire / January 25

Chiefs Dave Toub credits veteran DB for success on blocked field goals: 'He studies tape'

The Kansas City Chiefs’ success on special teams throughout the season has been credited to their special teams coordinator, Dave Toub. During Thursday’s press conference, Toub revealed the secret to their string of blocked field goals this season: veteran safety Justin Reid.

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Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Pride / January 23

Chiefs’ special teams were big against Texans — and now face a tough Bills team

Kansas City made big special-teams plays in the Divisional round, but will face a tough test against Buffalo. Special team plays were a significant factor in the Kansas City Chiefs’ 23-14 Divisional round victory over the Houston Texans last Saturday.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / January 18

Chiefs seal 7th straight AFC Championship appearance thanks to Dave Toub masterclass

The Kansas City Chiefs are moving onto their seventh straight AFC title game after defeating the Houston Texans by a score of 23 to 14. While football is a team sport, it's hard not to give Dave Toub and the Chiefs special teams unit a major shout-out.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / January 17

Dave Toub Assesses Matt Araiza's Year with Chiefs, Expectations for Playoff Debut

Over the past couple of seasons, the Kansas City Chiefs' identity has shifted. Despite having one of the greatest to ever do it at head coach, quarterback and tight end, they've become somewhat of a defensive team that also relies on situational football, sound execution and ball control.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Pride / January 16

Harrison Butker’s reliability — and 3 other Chiefs’ special teams notes

Special teams coordinator Dave Toub came to the podium on Wednesday. Kansas City Chiefs special teams coordinator Dave Toub spoke to the media on Wednesday ahead of the Chiefs Divisional round matchup against the Houston Texans.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Chiefs Wire / January 16

Chiefs Dave Toub details kicking in potentially cold weather on Saturday: 'Advantage for us'

The Kansas City Chiefs will host the Houston Texans to start their postseason with freezing temperatures forecasted for the game. Chiefs special teams coordinator Dave Toub addressed the weather concerns during Wednesday’s press conference.

Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / January 15

'It's changed up things a little bit' - Chiefs ST coordinator Dave Toub on Harrison Butker's knee surgery

Perhaps the most underrated piece of the Kansas City Chiefs' dynasty has been kicker Harrison Butker. As the Chiefs look to accomplish a Super Bowl three-peat, they'll be depending on Butker to come through in the clutch yet again.

Chicago Bears News / Windy City Gridiron / January 5

The Chicago Bears Pulled off the Dave Toub Special Punt Return for a TD!

It finally worked! Earlier today, the Chicago Bears pulled off a play they first tried over twenty-three years ago against the Green Bay Packers. Way back

NFL News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / December 19

Dave Toub Breaks Down Harrison Butker's Health, Missed FG vs. Browns

As the Kansas City Chiefs gear up for the postseason, they're hoping to peak at the right time in all three phases of the game. Week 15's victory over the Cleveland Browns saw one side of the ball, defense, thrive with several turnovers forced.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / December 13

Dave Toub Grades Nikko Remigio's Performance in Chiefs Season Debut

Down the stretch of the season, the Kansas City Chiefs will need every contribution they can get from just about every area of the roster. Offense, defense and special teams will all have to pull their weight if the AFC's current No.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Chiefs Wire / December 13

Chiefs Dave Toub reveals injury recovery timeline for Harrison Butker: 'He just started kicking'

Kansas City Chiefs special teams coordinator Dave Toub spoke with reporters on Thursday about kicker Harrison Butker’s injury recovery progress. “He looked good.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Pride / December 12

Dave Toub says Harrison Butker should be ready in 2-3 weeks

Kansas City’s placekicker will be back soon — so new award-winner Matthew Wright will continue to kick. On Wednesday, Kansas City Chiefs fans were happy to learn that injured placekicker Harrison Butker had been designated to return from the team’s Reserve/Injured list after undergoing meniscus surgery on his knee.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / December 10

Chiefs' ability to win close without Harrison Butker is testament to Dave Toub

The Kansas City Chiefs' season has been a weird one. The offense seems to sputter each week, and the defense gives up big plays. The playcalling has been suspect at key times, and the red zone offense is atrocious.

Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / December 5

Dave Toub admits he doesn't want to take away something that makes Chiefs P Matt Araiza unique

The Kansas City Chiefs got more than they bargained for when they signed punter Matt Araiza. And it's in the best possible way. He has proved that he can do a lot more than just punt the ball.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / November 22

Dave Toub on Chiefs' Evaluation of Spencer Shrader, Trusted In-Game Kicking Range

The Kansas City Chiefs' special teams unit took a major hit last week when kicker Harrison Butker went down with a knee injury in practice. The reliable veteran has since had successful surgery on his meniscus but while he's on the injured reserve list, the back-to-back Super Bowl winners are relying on a rookie to get the job done.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Chiefs Wire / October 18

Chiefs Dave Toub reflects on blocking the 49ers PAT in Super Bowl LVIII

Kansas City Chiefs special teams coordinator Dave Toub addressed the media on Thursday, reflecting on the blocked PAT against the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl LVIII.

NFL News / Arrowhead Pride / September 3

Dave Toub shares 4 special teams notes for Thursday’s opener vs. Ravens

Kansas City’s special teams coordinator Dave Toub shares how he is preparing his unit for Thursday’s big matchup. As the Kansas City Chiefs gear up for their home opener against the Baltimore Ravens this Thursday, special teams coordinator Dave Toub shared insights into what to expect from his unit.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / August 14

Dave Toub Expands on Chiefs’ Special Teams Mistakes: ‘A Lot of Work to Do'

While the Kansas City Chiefs made mistakes in all three areas of the game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, special teams was perhaps the most glaring.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / July 28

Dave Toub Talks Chiefs' Punt Return Options, New NFL Kickoff Rules

Since he's taken over as special teams coordinator, Dave Toub's position group has always been regarded as one of the best in football. Even now that he's added assistant head coach to his title with the Kansas City Chiefs, the bar remains quite high.

Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / July 27

Chiefs' Dave Toub reveals several players who could make the 53-man roster based on special teams play

Kansas City Chiefs assistant head coach and special teams coordinator Dave Toub probably has more control over the 53-man roster decisions than anyone not named Andy Reid and Brett Veach.

NFL News / Inside The Star / June 24

Excitement awaits Special Teams units after NFL kickoff rules change for 2024

The NFL poached one major rule from the spring football leagues – and it's a big one. Starting this year, the NFL has adopted the kickoff format first used by the XFL – now the UFL after that league merged with the USFL this year.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Yardbarker / May 31

New kickoff rule has Chiefs considering radical strategy

New kickoff rule has Chiefs considering radical, outside-the-box strategy

The Kansas City Chiefs are trying to stay innovative as they ready for their three-peat attempt this coming season.

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Los Angeles Rams News / Turf Show Times / May 30

ST legend explains why kickers shouldn’t do kickoffs under new NFL rules

Should Rams heed advice from Chiefs special teams coordinator Dave Toub to not use kickers on kickoffs? The Los Angeles Rams made another change at kicker this offseason by drafting Stanford’s Joshua Karty as an answer to 2023’s kicking woes divided between Brett Maher and Lucas Havrisik.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Larry Brown Sports / May 30