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On YouTubeKansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / September 10
Chiefs’ Linebacker Nick Bolton Gives Honest Assessment of Defense
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Nick Bolton spoke from the podium at team headquarters before Wednesday’s practice. The Chiefs are hosting the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday (3:25 p.m.
Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / August 12
Chiefs Rookie Continues to Turn the Head of Nick Bolton
The Kansas City Chiefs' 2025 NFL Draft class was on full display against the Arizona Cardinals for the first preseason game of the year. With the game behind them, the Chiefs will look to see how much more they can get out of their rookies as the regular season approaches.
Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / July 27
Defensive Rookie is Turning the Head of Nick Bolton
The Kansas City Chiefs added seven new draftees this offseason, most of whom to the defensive side of the ball. Seeing as that the best unit in the Chiefs organization last season was the defense, it's smart for the front office to add more pieces to the unit to ensure success for the future.
The 'Last 4,000-yard passer by NFL team' quiz
How many of the players to throw for 4,000 yards in a single season most recently for each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?
Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / July 26
Why Nick Bolton Believes Chiefs Can Become NFL’s Top Defense
After Friday morning’s practice, Nick Bolton’s response was monotone. With a royal flush in his hand and an all-business response, he boldly declared that the Chiefs’ defense wants to take all the NFL’s chips.
The 25 most memorable Monday Night Football moments
Another NFL season means more potentially memorable moments from Monday Night Football. Here are 25 of the most notable to date.
Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / July 24
Chiefs LB Nick Bolton Receives High Praise from Steve Spagnuolo
The Kansas City Chiefs' defense was arguably the strongest aspect of the franchise's 2024 campaign. While the Chiefs' offense struggled with explosiveness, the defense effectively held the team together during some of the toughest games of the season.
Kansas City Chiefs News / Gridiron Heroics / July 17
‘Very Much a Coach on the Field’: This Chiefs Player Is a Major Player for the Chiefs, According to an NFL Coach
Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Nick Bolton has emerged as a cornerstone of the team’s defense, earning praise for his leadership and tactical acumen. Ranked as the fourth-best off-ball linebacker for the 2025 season by NFL executives, coaches, and scouts, Bolton has proven himself as both a playmaker and a leader on the field.
Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / July 16
Chiefs' Nick Bolton's High Ranking for His Position
The Kansas City Chiefs have revenge on their mind heading into next season. Not only are they coming off a Super Bowl loss to the Philadelphia Eagles that ended their chance to make history last season, but a lot of people have been talking badly about the Chiefs this offseason.
Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / July 6
The Most Underrated Defensive Room For The Chiefs
The defense for the Kansas City Chiefs may be underrated, but one thing is for sure: their linebacker depth is through the roof. Chiefs' defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo may be the mastermind behind the Chiefs' defensive success, but he has some of the best players helping him achieve that goal.
Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / June 22
Chiefs Rookie Earns Comparison From Veteran LB
The Kansas City Chiefs' defensive outlook going into the new season looks very promising. Not only do they still have defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo, but they also extended veteran linebacker Nick Bolton, solidifying himself as one of the leaders of the defense both on the field and in the locker room.
Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / June 21
Chiefs' Nick Bolton Loves What He Sees From Rookies
The Kansas City Chiefs needed to add to both sides of the football this offseason. One way that they achieved that was drafting several players to the roster through the 2025 NFL Draft.
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
Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / June 20
Jeffrey Bassa’s fast rise has Nick Bolton and Chiefs fans buzzing
Jeffrey Bassa might be a fifth-round rookie, but it hasn’t taken long for him to earn the respect of the heart of the Kansas City Chiefs’ defensive. Nick
Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / June 19
'Miles ahead of where I was' - Kansas City Chiefs veteran has high praise for former Tennessee Vols standout
Former Tennessee Vols defensive lineman Omarr Norman-Lott -- a second round selection by the Kansas City Chiefs in the 2025 NFL Draft -- received some
Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / June 12
Chiefs' Spagnuolo Sounds Off on Nick Bolton
The Kansas City Chiefs drafted linebacker Nick Bolton in the second round of the 2021 NFL Draft and haven't turned back. Since arriving in Kansas City, Bolton has been one of the most consistent players on the Chiefs' defense, much to the happiness of defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo.
Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / June 4
Will the Chiefs Get Off to a Rocky Start Next Season?
The Kansas City Chiefs head into next season a bit rejected after their embarrassing Super Bowl loss against the Philadelphia Eagles. Players like Nick
Kansas City Chiefs News / Yardbarker / March 9
Chiefs re-signing key defensive player
The Chiefs are keeping the key defender off the market.
Kansas City Chiefs News / Field Level Media / March 9
Reports: Chiefs re-sign LB Nick Bolton to 3-year deal
The Kansas City Chiefs are re-signing linebacker Nick Bolton to a three-year, $45 million deal, per multiple reports. The deal includes $30 million in guaranteed money and will make Bolton the fifth-highest average paid off-ball linebacker in the NFL, per Spotrac.
Kansas City Chiefs News / 49ers Webzone / March 9
Off the market: Chiefs, Nick Bolton agree to contract
If the San Francisco 49ers were looking to make a splash in free agency by signing a replacement for linebacker Dre Greenlaw, Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Nick Bolton would have been an ideal target.
Kansas City Chiefs News / Pro Football Rumors / March 9
Chiefs to re-sign key defender
One day before his 25th birthday, he secured a deal that ranks fourth at his position in average annual value.
NFL News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / March 5
Free Agency Rumors: Possible Bengals Target Nick Bolton Not Expected to Have 'Robust' Market
One possible Bengals free agent target isn't expected to be in high demand when the legal tampering period begins next week. Chiefs linebacker Nick Bolton, who some believe is an ideal target for the Bengals in free agency, "won't have the robust market many anticipated" according to Chad Forbes.
NFL News / Yardbarker / March 5
Three moves Chiefs should make in free agency
The Kansas City Chiefs received encouraging news recently with the announcements that tight end Travis Kelce will return for the 2025 season and a franchise tag had been put on standout right guard Trey Smith.
NFL News / 49ers Webzone / February 25
PFN predicts 49ers will sign Chiefs LB Nick Bolton
With free agency just weeks away, the San Francisco 49ers could be in the market for a linebacker to replace Dre Greenlaw. The fan-favorite defender appeared in only two games last season after returning from an Achilles injury, only to suffer a setback that sidelined him for the final two games.
Kansas City Chiefs News / Yardbarker / February 19
Chiefs not using tags magnifies cap limitations
The Kansas City Chiefs are entering a pivotal offseason after losing in Super Bowl LIX to the Philadelphia Eagles.
Kansas City Chiefs News / Field Level Media / February 4
Chiefs LB Nick Bolton unfazed by Opening Night madness
NEW ORLEANS -- Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Nick Bolton had all the answers Monday, even for the slightly offbeat questions a player can get at Super Bowl Opening Night.
Kansas City Chiefs News / Pro Football Rumors / January 30
Chiefs expected to discuss extension with star defender
The former second-round pick has spent his entire career in Kansas City and has evolved into one of the team’s most dependable defenders.
Kansas City Chiefs News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 30
Chiefs Will Discuss Potential Extension For LB Nick Bolton After Season
According to Jeremy Fowler, the Chiefs and LB Nick Bolton are expected to discuss a potential extension once the season is over. Fowler notes Bolton is
Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / January 18
Nick Bolton should be more motivated than ever as Chiefs postseason begins
There's no question that Nick Bolton is a valuable member who lives at the heart of the Kansas City Chiefs defense. The only variable is just how valuable.
NFL breaks silence on controversial ending to Raiders-Chiefs game
Friday night's showdown between the Chiefs and Raiders ended in controversial fashion.
Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / November 27
Bolton or Bust: Chiefs face tough call on defensive heartbeat
It's possible that, six months from now, Chiefs Kingdom will be looking back at Kansas City's Week 12 game against the Carolina Panthers for any signs of interest.
Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / September 25
Nick Bolton reminded Chiefs Kingdom of his game-altering ability in win over Falcons
The 2024 NFL season has been a rough one to start for Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Nick Bolton. In Weeks 1 and 2, Bolton faced harsh criticism for his inconsistent play, lapses in coverage, and shaky-at-best tackling that reared its ugly head in some nail-biting finishes against the Baltimore Ravens and Cincinnati Bengals.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 23
Watch: Chiefs stuff curious fourth-down call to defeat Falcons, improve to 3-0
With the Chiefs leading by five points, 51 seconds to go and the Falcons threatening at the Kansas City 13-yard line, KC linebacker Nick Bolton stopped running back Bijan Robinson in the backfield on fourth-and-1 to seal the victory.
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