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Nick Bolton recognizes just how much help one of his newest teammates has been despite the hate he's gotten

This last offseason, the Kansas City Chiefs took a flier on cornerback Kristian Fulton, who was a former second-round pick. Fulton, the former LSU Tigers cornerback, was drafted by the Tennessee Titans and played for the Los Angeles Chargers before joining KC.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / December 26

Chiefs Must Decide Soon on Veteran Defender for 2026

As the Kansas City Chiefs are nearing the end of the 2025 campaign, it's time for the front office to start looking at considerations for roster moves for 2026.

Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / December 26

Kansas City Chiefs' big 2025 free agent acquisition finally showed what he's capable of — and it could be a massive development for 2026

It took seventeen weeks, but we're now finally seeing what the Kansas City Chiefs saw in Kristian Fulton when they signed him to a two-year deal worth $20 million in March's free agency period.

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Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / November 20

Steve Spagnuolo opens up about baffling Kristian Fulton situation for Chiefs

Kristian Fulton's debut was confusing even before he got on the field. After watching the Kansas City Chiefs' decision-making process in Week 11, there were just as many questions after the fact.

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Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / November 16

Chiefs finally unleash two mystery signings fans haven’t stopped asking about

After a half-season sitting on the sidelines for both players, the Kansas City Chiefs are going to give cornerback Kristian Fulton and running back Elijah Mitchell a chance to actually play some meaningful snaps coming out of the bye.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / November 7

Nobody expected the Chiefs to completely ignore these two names

Not everything that happens in the course of an NFL season is going to be what people expect. Teams have come out of nowhere to place themselves near the top of the conference standings.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / October 27

Monday night could finally bring answers on forgotten Chiefs signings

Those closest to Kristian Fulton say he's doing all he's asked to do. Kansas City Chiefs fans should assume the same of Elijah Mitchell. This would be a good week for those endeavors to pay off.

Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / October 25

Chiefs DC Steve Spagnuolo confirms suspicions about why CB Kristian Fulton isn't playing and why that could change very quickly

The Kansas City Chiefs find themselves with a surplus of cornerback depth in 2025, so much so that it has even generated some talk ahead of the upcoming trade deadline.

NFL News / Bolt Beat / October 25

Chiefs' Kristian Fulton signing takes a turn Chargers fans saw coming all along

After four mediocre seasons with the Tennessee Titans, cornerback Kristian Fulton reinvigorated his career with a standout season with the LA Chargers.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / October 24

Spagnuolo addresses Kristian Fulton’s strange Chiefs role and what comes next

Kristian Fulton is standing farther outside than what the Kansas City Chiefs originally had intended. The veteran corner signed a two-year deal in free agency with the Chiefs last spring to man an outside corner spot opposite Jaylen Watson.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / October 22

A quiet Kristian Fulton trade could be brewing after weeks of Chiefs silence

When the Kansas City Chiefs first signed Kristian Fulton in the spring, the free-agent move was heralded as an important one for a contending team's present and future.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Athlon Sports / October 19

Chiefs Face Backlash for $20 Million Decision on Sunday

The Kansas City Chiefs enter Week 7 still searching for their first win record of the season as they host the Las Vegas Raiders at Arrowhead Stadium. Kansas City sits at 3-3, tied for third in the AFC West, while the Raiders look to climb out of the division basement at 2-4.

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Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / October 12

Chiefs just made another baffling Kristian Fulton call after full week of practice

Another week on the regular-season schedule means the Kansas City Chiefs have released another list of inactive players. And, as has become a bit of a tradition so far in the 2025 season, cornerback Kristian Fulton is on the list for Week 6 against the Detroit Lions.

Kansas City Chiefs News / EssentiallySports / October 11

Chiefs Injury Report: Andy Reid Confirms Update on Xavier Worthy & Kristian Fulton

After a couple of hiccups at the start of the season, the Kansas City Chiefs are heading into Week 6 with two wins in their last three games. And even though Kansas lost the last game in a close encounter, head coach Andy Reid will be riding high on confidence because of his healthy squad for Sunday Night Football.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / October 10

What will Kristian Fulton's return actually mean for the Chiefs defense?

When Kristian Fulton was signed in the offseason, it was with the intent that he would be a critical piece of the Chiefs' secondary. He plays a position

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / October 3

History says Kristian Fulton might will still make his mark with Chiefs

It's Week 5, and Kristian Fulton is still injured. As far as his chapter with the Kansas City Chiefs is concerned, that's the only narrative worth writing about so far.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / September 26

Chiefs gave Fulton $20M to start and he might never get the job

The Kansas City Chiefs had a quiet 2025 free agent class. KC spent most of their available resources re-signing their own pending free agents, which didn't leave much money to spend on other free agents.

NFL News / Bolt Beat / September 10

Chiefs are paying $20 million to learn what the Chargers already knew

The LA Chargers came away with their most convincing win over the Kansas City Chiefs in over a decade in Week 1 of the 2025 NFL season. And in the process, the Chargers exposed a familiar face who is meant to be a key member of the Chiefs secondary, Kristian Fulton.

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

LISTEN: Cornerback Kristian Fulton Before Monday’s Practice

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Kristian Fulton spoke from the locker room at team headquarters before Monday’s practice. “It was definitely tough because you can’t really do anything that would get you in shape other than playing the games.

Kansas City Chiefs News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 7

Chiefs Activate DB Kristian Fulton From PUP List

The Kansas City Chiefs officially activated DB Kristian Fulton from the Physically Unable to Perform list on Thursday, per the NFL Transactions wire. Fulton, 26, is a second-round pick by the Titans out of LSU in the 2020 NFL Draft.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Bolt Beat / June 16

Chiefs are making a Kristian Fulton realization Chargers fans know all too well

Kristian Fulton's breakout season with the LA Chargers earned him a two-year contract from the Kansas City Chiefs this past offseason. While Fulton's 2024 season was promising on the surface, Chargers fans saw cracks in Fulton's game up close and personal that other teams may not have seen.

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

Chiefs New CB Kristian Fulton Named as Underrated Signing

The Kansas City Chiefs will now look to turn the page after their massive Super Bowl LIX loss. The Chiefs are now in off-season mode, and the first thing up will be free agency, which started this week.

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

How Will Kristian Fulton Help the Chiefs?

On Tuesday, free-agent cornerback Kristian Fulton agreed to sign with the Kansas City Chiefs. Originally a part of the Los Angeles Chargers, Fulton signed off on a two-year, $20 million deal that includes $15 million guaranteed.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / March 11

Chiefs expected to sign CB Kristian Fulton

Kristian Fulton had a strong season in 2024, and he is set to remain in the AFC West next year. The veteran corner will not remain with the Chargers, however.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / February 3

Kristian Fulton free agency market value: Should Chargers re-sign CB?

The time for pregame and postgame talk has been over for a while for the Los Angeles Chargers. Now, it is time to look at the future. A lot of eyes are shifting to the 2025 NFL Draft; however, free agency will be a massive topic for the Chargers this season.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Yardbarker / August 1, 2024

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Los Angeles Chargers News / LAFB Network / March 29, 2024

Los Angeles Chargers Scoop Kristian Fulton After He Declined Offer from Struggling AFC Rival

In a world where beggars can’t be choosers, Kristian Fulton turned down several offers before deciding to sign with the Los Angeles Chargers. Per Turron Davenport, ESPN’s NFL Nation reporter covering the Tennessee Titans, Fulton turned down offers from the Cincinnati Bengals, Arizona Cardinals, and the Denver Broncos.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / March 22, 2024