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KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Kansas City Chiefs punter Matt Araiza spoke in advance of his club’s workout back at team headquarters on Monday. ARAZIA: “Both of them were understanding different contact points, trying different things, finding what works, finding what adjustments I can make.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / August 15

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The Kansas City Chiefs played a good first game of the preseason last week. They played their starters, and some looked like they were ready to go for the regular season.

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Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / August 4

Chiefs Coordinator Provides Special Teams Update

Last week at this time, the Kansas City Chiefs had two punters in camp competing for one job. Special teams' coordinator Dave Toub said he was going to keep both punters for as long as he could so they could have a meaningful competition.

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Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / August 2

What early training camp punter move means for Matt Araiza

The Kansas City Chiefs began training camp with a competition at the punter spot. But after roughly a week in St. Joseph, Missouri, that battle is no more.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Total Apex Sports / July 31

Chiefs Waive Eddie Czaplicki, Matt Araiza Wins Punter Job

Well, folks, it looks like the Kansas City Chiefs’ punter duel at training camp just ran out of steam. Eddie Czaplicki, the ambitious undrafted rookie out of USC, has officially been waived, and the path has been cleared for Matt Araiza to head into the season unchallenged.

Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / July 30

One of the Kansas City Chiefs' 2025 training camp position battles is officially over following latest roster move

According to Wednesday's NFL personnel notice, the Kansas City Chiefs have waived punter Eddie Czaplicki. That means Matt Araiza has officially won the Chiefs' punter job for the 2025 season.

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

What the Chiefs Want to Improve on Special Teams

Now that the Kansas City Chiefs are heading into their second week of training camp, they get to see what the players are feeling, and now they are getting a better feeling of what to expect from the coaches.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / July 24

Chiefs punter battle won’t grab headlines but it could decide a roster spot

The Kansas City Chiefs take their special teams roles extremely seriously. Quite frankly, most NFL teams likely do. But when it comes to earning the starting special teams roles in Kansas City, there is a real honor in receiving one of those spots.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Pride / March 7

Chiefs make contract tenders to 2 exclusive rights free agents

Punter Matt Araiza and offensive lineman Mike Caliendo will both be back with Kansas City in 2025. On Friday, the Kansas City Chiefs made contract tenders to two of their exclusive rights free agents (ERFAs): punter Matt Araiza and offensive lineman Mike Caliendo.

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Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / March 7

Chiefs choose to bring back punter Matt Araiza for second season

The Kansas City Chiefs have officially tendered an offer to punter Matt Araiza for the 2025 season, per NFL reporter Tom Pelissero. Last season was a one-year tryout of sorts for Matt Araiza after facing competition from Ryan Rehkow during the offseason.

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NFL News / SuperWest Sports / February 11

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Fourteen alums of SuperWest programs were active for the Super Bowl on Sunday. In a decidedly one-sided victory for the Eagles, we had a lot more players on the losing side than that of the victors.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Chiefs Wire / February 8

Will Matt Araiza play in Super Bowl LIX? Injury updates for Chiefs punter

On Thursday, fans in Western Missouri received the concerning news that punter Matt Araiza had been added to the Kansas City Chiefs’ injury report. The Chiefs can’t afford to be without any special teams members for the Super Bowl.

NFL News / Gridiron Heroics / February 8

Kansas City Chiefs have illness spread right before Super Bowl LIX

Illness spreading around New Orleans has been a key storyline this week before the matchup on Sunday between the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Chiefs Wire / February 7

Matt Araiza injury update: Latest news on Chiefs punter

All eyes are on the Kansas City Chiefs ahead of their championship rematch with the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LIX this Sunday. Chiefs punter Matt Araiza was added to the Chiefs’ injury report on Thursday ahead of the Big Game.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Pro Football Talk / February 6

Matt Araiza added to Chiefs injury report, but practices in full

The Chiefs added punter Matt Araiza to their injury report on Thursday. Araiza also handles the holding duties for kicker Harrison Butker, so his absence would affect them in multiple areas, but it doesn't look like they'll need to scramble for someone to fill his role.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Chiefs Wire / December 6

Chiefs Dave Toub discusses Matt Araiza's physicality: 'He doesn't have to make a tackle'

The Kansas City Chiefs have had plenty of unsung heroes this season, including standouts on special teams. Chiefs special teams coordinator Dave Toub spoke to the media on Thursday about the physical tackles from his punter Matt Araiza during last Friday’s game.

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 / Arrowhead Pride / October 5

Dave Toub is happy with punter Matt Araiza’s progress this season

Kansas City’s punter didn’t start his season very well — but his boss thinks he put in a “great game” on Sunday. When the Kansas City Chiefs host the New Orleans Saints in the Week 5 edition of “Monday Night Football,” we could see strong competition between the special teams units.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / September 21

Dave Toub Gives Early-Season Progress Report on Matt Araiza's Performance

One of the downsides of winning championships is seeing key role players sometimes price themselves out of a team's range on the open market. That's exactly what happened when the Kansas City Chiefs let punter Tommy Townsend walk in March, as he netted a solid deal with the Houston Texans.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Chiefs Wire / September 3, 2024

Chiefs Dave Toub shares assessment of punter Matt Araiza: ‘He's a great person’

The Kansas City Chiefs made several adjustments in the offseason, with a significant change regarding the punter position on special teams and the departure of former Pro Bowler Tommy Townsend.

Kansas City Chiefs News / CBSSports.com / August 6, 2024

'Punt God' smashes 75-yard kick in practice: Why Chiefs' gamble on Matt Araiza looks like it might pay off

The Chiefs took a huge gamble at punter heading into 2024, and it might pay off

Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / August 5, 2024

Chiefs' Matt Araiza explains how his natural punting style could put opposing teams at a major disadvantage

Kansas City Chiefs punter Matt Araiza earned the nickname "Punt God" during his time at San Diego State University because he boasted unrivaled leg talent. His 51.4 career punt average still ranks as the best in FBS history.