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The Kansas City Chiefs' outlook on next season is hopeful, even if it isn't particularly bright. Their cap space situation is one of the worst in the NFL, and their roster will look a lot different next season because of that.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / January 8

Chiefs Have Clear Defensive Building Block Entering 2026

The Kansas City Chiefs did not have the season they wanted to on both sides of the ball. They felt like they could have done a better job on both ends, and that is something they want to improve next season.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / January 5

Rookie Williams Reflects on Impressive Season-Finale

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Kenny Pickett woke up on Monday morning with a nice bruise on his back, and Nohl Williams didn’t screw it up this time. Williams introduced himself to the Raiders’ starting quarterback in extremely rude fashion late in the first quarter of Sunday’s season finale.

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Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / January 1

Spagnuolo Reveals How Nohl Williams First Caught His Eye

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Steve Spagnuolo has had his eye on Nohl Williams a long time. “I think he had a number of interceptions in college,” Spagnuolo said Thursday.

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The best one-and-done playoff teams in NFL history

The best teams do not always win the Super Bowl. Sometimes, great NFL squads have failed to win a playoff game. Here are the best ones since the AFL-NFL merger to fall short of advancing in a postseason bracket.

Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / December 28

Chiefs rookie CB Nohl Williams is already showing an emotional maturity that most wouldn’t in his position

The Kansas City Chiefs didn’t have as good a 2025 NFL Draft as many initially thought. Then again, it’s impossible to grade the class when they’re not seeing the field.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / December 27

The Chiefs Rookie Who Made Impact Felt on Christmas

The Kansas City Chiefs may have lost to the Denver Broncos on Christmas, but the loss could be looked at with optimism. The future of the Chiefs looks to be in the building stages, as the young players took the AFC West division leaders to the limit this past Thursday.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / December 13

The Chiefs Will Need Another Big Performance From Top Rookie

There weren't a lot of positives to be taken away from the Kansas City Chiefs' Week 14 loss. Their playoff chances were on the line, and now their fate isn't in their hands.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Gridiron Heroics / December 10

Kansas City Chiefs Rookie Named to PFF Week 14 Rookie Team

The Kansas City Chiefs have one of the better rookies in the entire league as they continue to hold onto hopes of making the postseason. With the down season, there are still a few bright spots on the field.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / November 27

Chiefs Announce Inactives for Thanksgiving Clash

ARLINGTON, Texas – Nohl Williams, loosen up those hamstrings. The Chiefs will depend heavily on the rookie Thursday when they face Dallas in a critical late-season game at AT&T Stadium (3:30 p.m.

Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / October 28

Chiefs' Week 8 Snap Counts vs. Commanders: Frustrating Nohl Williams trend continues, but Steve Spagnuolo's not to blame

The Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Washington Commanders 28-7 in Week 8 on "Monday Night Football." Things were a bit rocky in the first half for Kansas City, but the team executed flawlessly in the second half with 21 unanswered points.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / October 13

Chiefs' Week 6 Snap Counts vs. Lions: Latest Nohl Williams development is exactly what Kansas City fans wanted to see

The Kansas City Chiefs won their third game of the 2025 NFL season, advancing to a .500 record with the 30-17 win over the Detroit Lions on "Sunday Night Football." The Chiefs addressed one of their most glaring personnel problems from their Week 5 loss to the Jaguars, and it's no surprise that the game's outcome changed.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / October 11

Debut Album for Chiefs’ Rookie Already Has Plenty of Hits

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Amon-Ra St. Brown has memorized the 16 wide receivers selected before him in the 2021 NFL draft. Detroit All-Pro wideout handwrites each name in a notebook prior to each game.

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Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / October 10

Will Nohl Williams play more in Week 6 vs. Lions? Here's what Chiefs DC Steve Spagnuolo had to say

Kansas City Chiefs DC Steve Spagnuolo explained one of his most perplexing decisions from the team's Week 5 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars. Chiefs rookie CB Nohl Williams, after three consecutive weeks of locking down everyone he played against, played just four defensive snaps against the Jags in the 31-28 loss.

Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / October 7

Chiefs' Week 5 Snap Counts vs. Jaguars: Lack of playing time for Nohl Williams and Brashard Smith among biggest failures

The Kansas City Chiefs dropped their third game of the 2025 NFL season, falling to 2-3 overall with a 31-28 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars on "Monday Night Football." Penalties were a massive problem in Week 5 against the Jags, but the personnel mistakes were just as prominent in the snap counts.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / October 3

Nohl Williams is giving the Chiefs something they never expected this soon

The Kansas City Chiefs rookie class has been everything fans could have hoped for just four games into the regular season. No one should expect much from any first-year performer in the NFL except for the top picks in a draft order, but the Chiefs are already seeing plenty of contributions from multiple rookies.

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

Chiefs CB Nohl Williams already looks like the steal of the 2025 NFL Draft through first quarter of the season

When the Kansas City Chiefs moved up to select Cal CB Nohl Williams with the 85th pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, the club tweeted out: "We stole Nohl." As it turns out, this wasn't just a fun play on words.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / September 26

Which Rookie Is Turning Heads for the Chiefs

The Kansas City Chiefs' defense may have started the season off on a rocky note, getting picked apart by Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers' offense.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / September 18

Nohl Williams just gave the Chiefs a problem they’re thrilled to have

Adversity always creates opportunity, and when preparation meets that opportunity, strong performances often follow. The Kansas City Chiefs have been hit hard by injuries to key players early this season.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Last Word On Sports / August 23

Chiefs Predicted to Part Ways With Super Bowl Champion, Fan Favorite in Roster Cuts

The Kansas City Chiefs’ roster is fairly set; one of the perks of being a perennial Super Bowl contender. But the Chiefs do have some critical decisions to make and noteworthy players like Carson Steele and Joshua Williams.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Cal Bears on SI / August 16

Chiefs' Nohl Williams Sustains Head Injury in NFL Preseason Game

The Kansas City Chiefs’ Friday night NFL preseason game against the Seattle Seahawks started out well for former Cal cornerback Nohl Williams, but it did not end well.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / August 14

Chiefs rookie Nohl Williams may be far more than just cornerback depth

For the Kansas City Chiefs fans still looking over the box score from the team's first preseason game, Nohl Williams' performance might not stand out a ton.

NFL News / Cal Bears on SI / August 11

Nohl Williams, Marcus Harris Make Plays in NFL Preseason Games

Five former Cal players who are NFL rookies are trying to make regular-season teams based on their play in preseason squads, and several others are attempting to stay in the league in their second seasons.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / August 8

Joshua Williams could be the Chiefs' most surprising preseason cut

The crunch time is coming for those in deep roster battles. Kansas City has a few spots on the roster that offer adequate depth. The secondary is one spot where the Chiefs have a plethora of options from which to choose.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / July 19

Chiefs agree to terms with second-round DT Omarr Norman-Lott

The Chiefs have completed each of their rookie deals. Second-round defensive tackle Omarr Norman-Lott has agreed to terms, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

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Kansas City Chiefs News / Athlon Sports / June 19

Chiefs Rookie Cornerback Already Improving in Minicamp

The Kansas City Chiefs were in the bottom half of the league in passing yards allowed this past season, so they went into the 2025 NFL Draft looking to improve their secondary.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Athlon Sports / June 6

Chiefs Rookie Gets Brutally Honest Feedback At OTAs

The Kansas City Chiefs continue to progress through OTAs with mandatory minicamp approaching in the coming days and training camp ahead next month. For