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Travis Kelce admits Patrick Mahomes’ ACL return played a role in decision to postpone retirement

Kansas City Chiefs TE Travis Kelce opened up about how watching Patrick Mahomes’ ACL recovery process made him want to play another season. The 36-year-old Kelce is returning for his 14th season with the Chiefs in 2026 despite heavy retirement rumors after missing the playoffs and Patrick Mahomes’ ACL tear.

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'This Is Some Bulls–t': Mic’d Up Cameras Caught Travis Kelce’s Mid-Game Rant About NFL’s Big Change

Travis Kelce still isn’t sold on the NFL’s new way of measuring first downs. He made that clear on the sideline during the Chiefs’ preseason finale. The Kansas City tight end played a limited role in the Chiefs’ 9-9 tie with the Seattle Seahawks.

Chris Jones News / Total Pro Sports / September 3

Chris Jones Injury Scare Hits Kansas City Chiefs Before Week 1 vs. Broncos

The Kansas City Chiefs already have a Chris Jones problem, and Week 1 is still two weeks away. The star defensive tackle missed Wednesday’s practice with a back issue after the roster cutdown.

Kansas City Chiefs News / EssentiallySports / September 3

Travis Kelce Reveals Honest Feelings on Being 'Body Shamed' After Arriving at Training Post-Wedding

Travis Kelce’s return to the Kansas City Chiefs camp after his wedding to Taylor Swift quickly became a social-media talking point. Sure, apart from his training gear, paps were quick to point out the brand-new, shining wedding ring on his finger.

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The 'Most starts by an NFL QB' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks to start at least 150 NFL games in the Super Bowl era (since 1966) can you name in six minutes?

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Athlon Sports / September 2

Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes Announces Career News on Wednesday

Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs had a tough go of it during the 2025 NFL season, finishing with a 6-11 record and missing out on the playoffs for the first time in a decade.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 2

Three dangerous NFL teams were handed easier paths than anyone realizes

An easy schedule alone does not create a contender. Several of the NFL’s weakest teams received favorable draws, but there is little reason to believe they have the talent to take advantage.

Lions expect Brian Branch, Kerby Joseph back after PUP stints

Before Mendoza: Looking back at six recent previous No. 1 overall picks sidelined to begin career

Five recently cut NFL players who should find another team this season

Lions GM addresses cutting Terrion Arnold after arrest

The 'Most sacks in an NFL game' quiz

NFL News / A to Z Sports / September 2

Kansas City Chiefs set to host discarded Denver Broncos wide receiver on a tryout, but it’s probably not for the reasons you might think

The Kansas City Chiefs will host former Denver Broncos WR Cameron Ross on a tryout later this week, according to a report. The Kansas City Chiefs are looking into a player who spent the 2026 NFL offseason on the roster of their Week 1 opponents.

Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / September 2

Andy Reid’s comments on Emmett Johnson explain one of the Kansas City Chiefs’ most surprising decisions from roster cuts

Kansas City Chiefs HC Andy Reid confirmed that pass protection was the main factor behind rookie RB Emmett Johnson’s emergence as the team’s RB2. It also explains why Emari Demercado is now playing in Dallas.

Patrick Mahomes News / Athlon Sports / September 2

Patrick Mahomes, Chiefs Dealt Concerning News on Wednesday

Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs are now less than two weeks away from the 2026 NFL season, opening with a Week 1 matchup against Bo Nix and the Denver Broncos on “Monday Night Football.” The Chiefs are coming off a disappointing preseason, where the starters didn’t play much, finishing with a 0-2-1 record.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Athlon Sports / September 2

Chiefs Announce Chris Jones News 12 Days Before NFL Season

Chris Jones watched on as the Kansas City Chiefs finished the 2026 NFL preseason without a win, falling to 0-2-1 after a 9-9 tie against Mike MacDonald and the Seattle Seahawks.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Athlon Sports / September 2

Travis Kelce Reveals Inside Look at Patrick Mahomes' Injury Recovery on Wednesday

Patrick Mahomes has spent much of 2026 working his way back from the most significant injury of his NFL career. Travis Kelce had a front-row seat for the process, and what he saw apparently had a significant impact on his own future.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Netflix Junkie / September 2

'The Biggest Night of Our Lives': Travis Kelce Gets Candid About His Wedding to Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce finally turned one of pop culture’s most closely watched romances into a marriage on July 3, 2026, when they exchanged vows at Madison Square Garden in New York City.

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Chris Jones News / TWSN / September 2

Kansas City Chiefs Receive Major Chris Jones Injury Scare Before Week 1

There are a handful of players that the Kansas City Chiefs absolutely can’t afford missing time with an injury in the 2026 NFL season. One of those players is Chris Jones, and the Chiefs already dealt with an injury scare with him.

Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / September 2

Kansas City Chiefs HC Andy Reid provides latest injury updates on Josh Simmons, Chris Jones after Wednesday practice

The Kansas City Chiefs have injury updates as the practice week begins, including updates on DT Chris Jones and LT Josh Simmons. Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid is back into his typical weekly practice injury update habits.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Total Pro Sports / September 2

Travis Kelce Quietly Closed a $5.35 Million Deal Before Marrying Taylor Swift

Travis Kelce made a massive home buy before he tied the knot with Taylor Swift. The Chiefs star closed on a $5.35 million Ohio mansion in March. He married Swift at Madison Square Garden on July 3.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Athlon Sports / September 2

Taylor Swift Approved Travis Kelce’s Request Before Tommy Hilfiger Shoot

Travis Kelce is entering his 14th NFL season carrying more outside attention than any other player on the Kansas City Chiefs roster. Patrick Mahomes, Andy

Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / September 2

Kansas City Chiefs bring preseason standout back to the practice squad after taking a risk with him during 53-man roster cuts

The Kansas City Chiefs are bringing back DT Marcus Harris on the practice squad. The team announced the roster move on Tuesday morning. The Kansas City Chiefs took a risk with one of their preseason standouts during 53-man roster cuts, but that risk seems to have paid off.

Kansas City Chiefs News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 2

Chiefs Signed DT Marcus Harris To PS

The Kansas City Chiefs announced they signed DT Marcus Harris to the practice squad and cut DT Cole Brevard in a corresponding move. Kansas City’s practice

Kansas City Chiefs News / Yardbarker / September 1

How much did Travis Kelce, Taylor Swift's home reportedly cost?

Kelce purchased a new crib before the 2026 NFL season.

Travis Kelce is on the verge of making more NFL history with the Chiefs

The 'Last 1K-receiver by NFL team' quiz

Patrick Mahomes News / Yardbarker / September 1

Patrick Mahomes expects new-look Chiefs to dominate, but don't buy dynasty reboot

The Kansas City Chiefs' dynasty hasn't crumbled, but it is beginning to show cracks. Patrick Mahomes remains undaunted.

Travis Kelce is on the verge of making more NFL history with the Chiefs

Former Bucs OLB Jack Pyburn Claimed Off Waivers By AFC Foe

Chiefs Sign Four To Practice Squad Including CB Kader Kohou

The '6-Passing-TD NFL games' quiz

Travis Kelce News / Yardbarker / September 1

Travis Kelce is on the verge of making more NFL history with the Chiefs

Kelce is the kind of player who's used to making big plays, and he could break a record in the NFL as early as the Chiefs' very first game of the season.

Patrick Mahomes' status for Chiefs' season opener revealed

Chiefs' issues at one position could hurt Patrick Mahomes

Chiefs slammed with major injury concern ahead of Week 1

The 'Last 1K-receiver by NFL team' quiz

Kansas City Chiefs News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 1