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Recently, Kansas City Chiefs star tight end Travis Kelce shared that he is taking steps toward "being a better leader" ahead of what could become the final season of his playing career. It sounds like Chiefs head coach Andy Reid felt like Kelce took things a little too far during the club's training camp, which wrapped up on Thursday.

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NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 19

AFC Notes: Maxx Crosby, Nick Bolton, Quay Walker, Chiefs, Raiders

Chiefs LB Nick Bolton was voted as the eighth-best off-ball linebacker in the league in a poll of coaches and execs: “He’s got instincts, toughness and production,” an AFC executive said.

Kansas City Chiefs News / KansasCityHuddle / July 15

AFC executive doesn’t hold back strong comments for Chiefs star in latest report

Nick Bolton found himself at the center of attention in ESPN’s latest survey, where one AFC executive shared an honest take on the Chiefs star’s game. ESPN’s latest survey placed Bolton at No.

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2026 Draft Aftermath: Is the 49ers' Rejection of the Consensus Draft Board Really a Mistake?

There's an old Irish proverb that says, "Never underestimate the power of stupid people in large groups." This declaration could apply to many areas of our culture, especially politics and government.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / February 2

Chiefs Had More Than 1 Unsung Hero Despite Down Year

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Sometimes in life, people complain when circumstances don’t work in their favor. Nick Bolton is not one of those people. The Chiefs’ linebacker suited up in Week 18 like it was his first game of the year.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / January 10

Here’s the 1 Chiefs Snub on All-Pro Team

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – For the first time since he was in college at Missouri, Nick Bolton gets to celebrate his Granny’s birthday with her at the end of this month.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / January 6

Why Chiefs Were NFL-Worst in End-of-Game Situations

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Asked Monday to assess his first losing season as an NFL player, the first time he failed to reach the AFC championship game in five years as a pro, Nick Bolton thought of one thing right away.

Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / January 1

Nick Bolton reveals one reason Kansas City Chiefs rookie LB Jeffrey Bassa could be ahead of the curve heading into 2026

Back in June, Kansas City Chiefs LB Nick Bolton sent Chiefs Kingdom into a frenzy after sharing his first impressions of rookie LB Jeffrey Bassa. He called him a blend of Willie Gay Jr.

Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / January 1

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.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / December 31

Why Bolton Embraces Mentoring Younger Chiefs

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – At one point on Christmas night against Denver, Nick Bolton got his call from Steve Spagnuolo and encountered something he’d not seen in 86 NFL games.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / December 30

Why Chiefs' Nick Bolton Has Proved Invaluable in a Tough Season

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Denver had 72 offensive snaps in its 20-13 win over the Chiefs last week, more than any Chiefs opponent this season. Nick Bolton missed one of them.

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Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / November 20

Bolton Explains Why Jonathan Taylor Is Different Than Top NFL Backs

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Kansas City linebacker Nick Bolton spoke from the podium before practice on Wednesday. The Chiefs (5-5) are hosting Indianapolis (8-2) on Sunday (12 p.m.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / November 19

Nick Bolton’s dream assignment could turn into a nightmare for the Chiefs

Nick Bolton knows the task in front of him—and the rest of the Kansas City Chiefs defense—is considerable. The Chiefs' top linebacker is the captain of a unit with a responsibility on Sunday that only two teams have been able to accomplish so far in the 2025 season: limiting the Indianapolis Colts.

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

Stealing Signs: Bolton Says Chiefs’ Joy Is Contagious

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Kansas City linebacker Nick Bolton spoke from the podium after the Chiefs defeated the Commanders 28-7 at Arrowhead Stadium Monday night.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / October 23

Bolton Details Competition Chiefs Share at Linebacker Each Week

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Kansas City linebacker Nick Bolton spoke from the podium Thursday at team headquarters. The Chiefs (4-3) host the Washington Commanders (3-4) on Monday Night Football (7:15 p.m.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 9

Reid, Chiefs LB address Chris Jones controversy regarding loss to Jags

Andy Reid, Chiefs LB address Chris Jones controversy regarding loss to Jaguars

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Kansas City Chiefs News / Yardbarker / March 9, 2025

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Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / March 3, 2025

Chiefs LB Nick Bolton Will Have an Active Free Agent Market

The Kansas City Chiefs came up one game short of making history by becoming the only team to win three straight Super Bowls. The Chiefs have officially started their offseason.

NFL News / Yardbarker / March 5, 2025

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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.

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Kansas City Chiefs News / Field Level Media / February 4, 2025

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, 2025