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On YouTubeKansas 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.
Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / October 21
Chiefs, RMH Announce Proceeds Number for Annual Red Friday Sales
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Chiefs and the Kansas City community have a million reasons to feel good about themselves. In a Tuesday announcement made by kids
Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / October 17
Chiefs LBs Nick Bolton, Drue Tranquill enable Steve Spagnuolo to have unusual but effective approach on defense
Steve Spagnuolo has been a defensive coordinator for a long time, but offenses still struggle against his scheme. His heavy and exotic blitzing nature is probably what Spagnuolo is most known for, but there's much more to his system.
The 'Active 140-yard, two TD catch games' quiz
How many of the active NFL players to rack up at least 140 receiving yards and catch two touchdowns in one game can you name in six minutes?
Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / October 17
Highly Touted Chiefs Defender Still Has More to Prove
The Kansas City Chiefs made sure they brought important pieces back from their 2024 team to be a factor once again in 2025. There were obvious players the Chiefs felt they needed to retain, but none more than one of their biggest defensive assets, linebacker Nick Bolton.
32 notable NFL QBs who were acquired well into the season
It's uncommon, but not unheard of, for notable QBs to change teams -- via trade, free agency, or waiver claim -- at the 11th hour or during a season. Here are the top instances of QBs relocating late and making an impact that season.
Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / October 14
This Strategy Sits at Center of Chiefs’ Successful Defensive Gameplans
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Nick Bolton mentioned the word run six times during a four-minute postgame press conference Sunday night. Clearly, how the Chiefs defended the run was critical to whether they could neutralize the NFL’s No.
Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / October 13
Bolton Dives Into How Chiefs Shut Down NFL’s Top Offense
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Kansas City linebacker Nick Bolton spoke from the podium following Sunday’s 30-17 victory. The Chiefs (3-3) earned an important win over the Lions (4-2) to keep pace with the rest of the AFC West, which went a combined 4-0 on Sunday.
Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / October 10
Bolton, Chiefs Will Win if They Accomplish This Goal
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The health of an NFL team’s culture shows up when it loses games. And the for the 2-3 Chiefs, their culture is as healthy as their injury report.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 9
Andy Reid, Chiefs LB address Chris Jones controversy regarding loss to Jaguars
Almost immediately after Jags QB Trevor Lawrence completed a highlight-reel scramble for a touchdown to help secure a victory over the Chiefs, social media users accused Jones of not giving his all on that play.
Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / October 8
Nick Bolton Lays Out Chiefs’ Defensive Goals Before Lions Game
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Kansas City linebacker Nick Bolton spoke at the podium before Wednesday’s practice. The Chiefs (2-3) are hosting the Lions (4-1) on Sunday Night Football (7:20 p.m.
Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / September 14
Why Nick Bolton Says Chiefs Can Recover From 0-2
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Points and yards were at a premium on Sunday. Two of the league’s best defensive coordinators, Kansas City’s Steve Spagnuolo and Philadelphia’s Vic Fangio, taught a master class in how to shut down MVP quarterbacks.
2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10
With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.
Kansas 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 / August 7
Steve Spagnuolo Compares Nick Bolton to Former Pro-Bowl Linebacker
The Kansas City Chiefs have one of the more underrated linebackers in the National Football League in Nick Bolton. The former second-round draft pick has been everything the Chiefs have wanted him to be, and they rewarded him with a three-year contract extension for his efforts these past four seasons.
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.
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.
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 / 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 / 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.
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 / 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, 2024
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, 2024
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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