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The Kansas City Chiefs' defense held its ground last season. Whether it was holding the lead in the Chiefs' countless one-score games or solidifying themselves as a Top 10 defense in the National Football League.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Pride / July 30

Mike Pennel values his leadership role in the Chiefs’ defensive line

Kansas City’s veteran defensive tackle recognizes the responsibility he carries for the team’s younger players. The Kansas City Chiefs’ veteran defensive tackle Mike Pennel has worn many jerseys in his NFL journey, but none have felt quite like the one he wears in Kansas City.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / July 29

How Pennel Is Paying Mentorship Forward After Re-Signing With Chiefs

There might not be more of a magnetic personality in the Chiefs’ locker room than big Mike Pennel. With charisma and authenticity to match his 6-4, 330-pound frame, Pennel said Monday that re-signing with the Chiefs in March was an easy choice .

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Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / April 18

Chiefs veteran Mike Pennel gets the hype train rolling for a pair of second-year defensive tackles in Kansas City

The Kansas City Chiefs' defensive line room has been a major subject this offseason, with the departures of veterans Derrick Nnadi and Tershawn Wharton in focus. While the 2025 NFL Draft is one way the team can reinforce the position group amid departures, what about the players the team already has in the building?

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / March 25

Why Chiefs Bringing Back Mike Pennel Was A Smart Move

The Kansas City Chiefs made sure to keep its defense as strong as possible, in doing so, the franchise and veteran defensive tackle Mike Pennel reached a deal for Pennel to return to Kansas City for his fifth season with the program.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Athlon Sports / March 24

Chiefs Beef Up Defense with Iron Man Signing

The free agency craze has passed through with many of the big names coming off the market. A new era of rampant player mobility has produced yet another marquee week on the NFL calendar with plenty of surprises. The Kansas City Chiefs did not find themselves at the epicenter of this frenzy.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Pro Football Rumors / March 24

Chiefs re-sign DT Mike Pennel

Last March, Mike Pennel re-signed with the Chiefs on a one-year pact. The veteran defensive tackle will remain in Kansas City for 2025 as well. Pennel has a new Chiefs deal in place, the team announced on Monday.

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Grading the offseason for all 32 NFL teams

With another wild NFL offseason in the books, teams are ready to open the 2025 regular season. We won't know the true results of the offseason moves until the season plays out, but here's a look at how each team addressed its needs.

Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / March 24

Kansas City Chiefs re-sign unsung hero of Super Bowl LVIII as they continue to reinforce their roster ahead of the draft

The Kansas City Chiefs have announced that they are re-signing veteran defensive tackle Mike Pennel. As free agency began, the Chiefs were in rough shape with their depth at DT behind star Chris Jones.

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Kansas City Chiefs News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 24

Chiefs Re-Sign DT Mike Pennel

The Kansas City Chiefs announced they have re-signed DT Mike Pennel. Pennel, 33, wound up signing on with the Packers as an undrafted free agent out of Colorado State-Pueblo back in 2014.

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

Chiefs get weaker at a position they're already thin at with injury just before halftime vs. Steelers

The Kansas City Chiefs have announced that defensive tackle Mike Pennel is questionable to return to the game against the Pittsburgh Steelers with a hamstring injury.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / December 25

Chiefs watch key defensive lineman leave with injury against Steelers

The Kansas City Chiefs have lost a key defensive lineman to an injury shortly before halftime in Week 17 with the sight of Mike Pennel heading back to the locker room.

Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / November 16

'Its's been great here' - Chiefs veteran defender hopes to finish his career in Kansas City

One of the unsung heroes of the Kansas City Chiefs' roster is defensive tackle Mike Pennel. That applies to now, as well as his first stint with the Chiefs between 2019-2020.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Pride / November 16

Mike Pennel knows the importance of Sunday’s game

A key to the run defense, Pennel knows the Bills offer a unique challenge in that department. Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Mike Pennel emphasized the significance of their upcoming matchup with the Buffalo Bills, acknowledging the challenges posed by the Bills’ run game and quarterback Josh Allen’s mobility.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Chiefs Wire / October 14

Chiefs DL Chris Jones, Mike Pennel surprise fans with tickets for 'Crucial Catch' game vs. Saints

As part of the Kansas City Chiefs’ community initiatives, defensive linemen Chris Jones and Mike Pennel helped the team raise cancer awareness in partnership with the K.U.

Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / September 24

Chiefs' veteran defender was Week 3's unsung hero after managing an improbable sack and more

Kansas City Chiefs DT Mike Pennel had a hand in some big plays during Sunday's win against the Atlanta Falcons, but none were bigger than his first sack of the 2024 NFL season.