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Chiefs-Jets: 5 things to watch in Week 9 matchup
The Kansas City Chiefs (5-2) will take on the (2-6) New York Jets Sunday afternoon in an AFC showdown. The game kicks off at 12:00 PM Arrowhead time and will be broadcast on CBS The Chiefs, losers of two straight, lost a heartbreaker last week, to the Denver Broncos . The Chiefs controlled most of the game, but a fourth-quarter offensive meltdown and major defensive breakdowns let the Broncos snatch a late victory. The Jets also lost last week, falling to the Las Vegas Raiders 38-33.
Chiefs-Broncos: 5 things to watch in Week 8 matchup
The Kansas City Chiefs (5-1) will take on the Denver Broncos (5-2) Sunday afternoon in a pivotal AFC West matchup in Denver. The game is set to kick off at 3:25 Arrowhead time and will be broadcast on CBS from Empower Field at Mile High. This will be the second meeting of the season between the two teams, with the Chiefs winning the season opener 31-10. Since then, the Broncos have lost only once and are coming off a 30-16 victory over the Arizona Cardinals .
Third-down failures doomed the Chiefs’ offense in Seattle
The Kansas City Chiefs lost their first game of the season Sunday night to the Seattle Seahawks, 20-3. The game was one of the Chiefs' worst offensive showings in the franchise's current era, and they'll need to regroup. No phase of the offense was good, but the Chiefs' inability to sustain drives and convert on third downs doomed them. The Chiefs converted just three of 11 third downs, which helped them muster only a field goal in a game where each team had just eight total offensive drives.
Chiefs-Seahawks: 5 things to watch in Week 7 matchup
The undefeated (5-0) Kansas City Chiefs will take on the defending Super Bowl Champion Seattle Seahawks (3-3) on “Sunday Night Football” this week. The game kicks off at 7:20 Arrowhead time and will be broadcast on NBC. The Chiefs are off to a hot start and sit atop the AFC. Last week, they defeated the Los Angeles Chargers 22-6 at home in a dominating defensive effort.
The Chiefs' wide receivers stepped up against the Chargers
The Kansas City Chiefs improved to 5-0 on Sunday with a 22-6 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers at Arrowhead Stadium. The Chiefs' offense was far from perfect, but their depleted wide receiver room still contributed significantly. With Rashee Rice (hamstring) out and Tyquan Thornton (dislocated ankle) set to miss extensive time, the Chiefs needed veterans and young players to step up.
Chiefs-Chargers: 5 things to watch in Week 6 matchup
The undefeated (4-0) Kansas City Chiefs will take on the winless Los Angeles Chargers (0-5) on Sunday afternoon. The game will kick off at 3:25 Arrowhead time and will be broadcast locally on CBS KCTV-5) The Chiefs enjoyed an early Week 5 Bye week, undefeated and atop the AFC. In Week 4, the Chiefs narrowly defeated the Las Vegas Raiders 30-27 to remain unbeaten.
Chiefs-Chargers: 5 things to watch in Week 6 matchup
The undefeated (4-0) Kansas City Chiefs will take on the winless Los Angeles Chargers (0-5) on Sunday afternoon. The game will kick off at 3:25 Arrowhead time and will be broadcast locally on CBS (KCTV-5). The Chiefs enjoyed an early Week 5 Bye week, undefeated and atop the AFC. In Week 4, the Chiefs narrowly defeated the Las Vegas Raiders 30-27 to remain unbeaten.
Chiefs rookie report: Grading Peter Woods through four games
Last week, the Kansas City Chiefs enjoyed the bye week with a perfect 4-0 record and the top position in the AFC. The first quarter of the Chiefs season went better than many anticipated, and the team has seen a slew of new faces making contributions early on. One of the new faces to see the field early has been rookie defensive tackle Peter Woods. The 30th-overall selection in this spring's NFL Draft, Woods has been one of the Chiefs rookies playing extensive snaps early in the season.
Examining the Chiefs' short-yardage offense through four weeks
The Kansas City Chiefs are enjoying an early-season bye week, sitting at a perfect 4-0 record. The only undefeated team left in the AFC, the Chiefs have one of the best offenses in the NFL and are currently third in the league with 1,648 yards of total offense. Running back Kenneth Walker has breathed new life into the Chiefs' offense and has led the NFL in rushing so far with 537 yards through the four-game stretch.
3 arrested on drug charges after suspicious vehicle reported in SC
According to deputies, three people were arrested Friday morning after a Marion, South Carolina, homeowner reported a suspicious vehicle on their property. Sign up for our Newsletters The Marion County Sheriff's Office responded to Ansel Court shortly before 8 a.m., where they found the suspicious vehicle and identified its three occupants as Logan Michelle Ratley, 34, John James Zachary Altman Sr., 40, and Marvin Lauren Johnson, 34.
Chiefs rookie report: Grading Kahlil Benson through four games
The Kansas City Chiefs head into their bye week with a perfect 4-0 record. A tight win in Las Vegas on Sunday helped the Chiefs remain unbeaten and put them at the top of the AFC and the AFC West. Many players have stood out this season, but rookie offensive lineman Kahlil Benson has played one of the most important roles on the team.
SC man accused of chair attack faces assault, marijuana charges, police say
A North Charleston, South Carolina, man faces assault and drug charges after police say he struck a man with a chair Friday morning. Officers responded shortly after 2:30 a.m. and arrested 24-year-old Jalen Latrell Trevon Riggins of Santee. Sign up for our Newsletters A witness told police the altercation began after the victim asked Riggins to move his truck. The victim suffered minor cuts, police said.
Chiefs-Raiders: 5 things to watch in Week 4 matchup
This week, the Kansas City Chiefs will take on the Las Vegas Raiders in a Week 3 showdown in Las Vegas. The game is set to kick off at 3:25 p.m. Arrowhead Time and will be broadcast locally on CBS (KCTV-5). Both teams are undefeated, and the winner will take sole possession of first place in the AFC West. The 3-0 Chiefs defeated the Miami Dolphins 24-10 a week ago, and although it was not the team's cleanest appearance, they still pulled out the win by two possessions.
Chiefs’ defense struggled on third downs in win over Dolphins
The Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Miami Dolphins 24-10 on Sunday to improve to 3-0. Despite the two-score win, Kansas City had its fair share of struggles and let the Dolphins stick around until the end. The defense, in particular, struggled to get off the field on third down, allowing a 50% conversion rate (Miami went 8 for 16), which led to extended drives for the Dolphins.
Chiefs-Dolphins: 5 things to watch in the Week 3 matchup
This week, the Kansas City Chiefs will take on the Miami Dolphins in a Week 3 showdown in Miami. The game is set to kick off at 12:00 p.m. Arrowhead Time and will be broadcast locally on CBS KCTV-5 The Chiefs enter the game 2-0 after a thrilling overtime victory over the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday night. Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes put up his best performance in over a year, finishing with over 380 passing yards and three touchdowns.
Chiefs film review: Patrick Mahomes has monster game in Week 2
The Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Indianapolis Colts in a closely contested 33-30 game that came down to the final possession in overtime. The game was back and forth for most of the evening, but Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes elevated his team to victory. Mahomes put up 382 passing yards and three touchdowns with 32 completions on 47 attempts and a quarterback rating of 114. The game marked the 14th-highest passing yardage total Mahomes has thrown for in his career.
Chiefs Film Review: Patrick Mahomes has monster game in Week 2
The Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Indianapolis Colts in a closely contested 33-30 game that came down to the final possession in overtime. The game was back and forth for most of the evening, but Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes elevated his team to victory. Mahomes put up 382 passing yards and three touchdowns with 32 completions on 47 attempts and a quarterback rating of 114. The game marked the 14th-highest passing yardage total Mahomes has thrown for in his career.
Chiefs-Colts: 5 things to watch in the Week 2 matchup
This week, the Kansas City Chiefs will host the Indianapolis Colts in Week 2 on “Sunday Night Football.” The game kicks off at 7:20 p.m. Arrowhead time and will be broadcast locally on KSHB. The Chiefs are riding high after a 31-10 victory over the Denver Broncos on Monday Night. The game saw quarterback Patrick Mahomes return to the field, along with a host of new Chiefs making their NFL and team debuts. The lopsided win made waves across the NFL and put the rest of the league on notice.
Chiefs film review: Kenneth Walker makes explosive debut
The Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Denver Broncos 31-10 in a dominating effort at Arrowhead Stadium on Monday Night. In front of a packed house, the Chiefs dominated the Broncos from start to finish in an eye-opening display of firepower. Many players had great games, but newly acquired running back Kenneth Walker had the best.
Chiefs-Broncos: 5 things to watch in Week 1 matchup
The Kansas City Chiefs will kick off the 2026 season at home against the Denver Broncos on “Monday Night Football.” The game will kick off at 7:15 Arrowhead time and air on ABC and ESPN This offseason, the Chiefs tried to reload after a disappointing 6-11 season in 2025, the first time Kansas City missed the playoffs since 2014. Multiple players will make regular-season debuts at Arrowhead on Monday Night.
Predicting Chiefs statistical totals for the 2026 season
The Kansas City Chiefs open the 2026 season on Monday Night against the Denver Broncos at Arrowhead Stadium. The season will kick off, giving the Chiefs roster a chance to put up a solid season. With the help of FanDuel Sportsbook, let's take a look at where the Chiefs will stack up with their season stat predictions. Patrick Mahomes will make his return to the football field on Monday Night, coming off an ACL tear last season.
Why the Chiefs are confident in the team's young backup running backs
After several battles in training camp and preseason to finalize the 53-man roster, the Kansas City Chiefs head into Week 1 of the regular season with three running backs on the active roster.
Chiefs analysis: What to make of the two trades for offensive linemen
The NFL season kicks off in two weeks, and the Kansas City Chiefs wrapped up the preseason on Friday night. Final moves to trim rosters from 90 players down to 53 are due at 5:00 p.m. Arrowhead time on Sunday, August 30th. Late last week, the Chiefs traded for offensive lineman Joshua Ezeudu from the New York Giants in exchange for a 2028 7th-round pick. Ezeudu was present on the sideline Friday night in Kansas City, but did not dress.
Chiefs-Seahawks: 5 things to watch in the preseason finale
The Kansas City Chiefs will take on the Seattle Seahawks Friday night at Arrowhead Stadium to end the preseason and send both teams into Week 1. The game will kick off at 7:00 P.M. Arrowhead time and be broadcast on KSHB 41 for local viewers. The Chiefs lost their second preseason game 16-15 to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers , dropping the preseason record to 0-2 this year.
Chiefs-Seahawks: 5 things to watch in the preseason finale
The Kansas City Chiefs will take on the Seattle Seahawks Friday night at Arrowhead Stadium to end the preseason and send both teams into Week 1. The game will kick off at 7:00 P.M. Arrowhead time and be broadcast on KSHB 41 for local viewers. The Chiefs lost their second preseason game 16-15 to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, dropping the preseason record to 0-2 this year.
A closer look at how Chiefs' offensive tackles have played in preseason
The Kansas City Chiefs lost the second exhibition of the preseason with a 16-15 defeat to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Saturday. Despite the loss, the Chiefs had many bright spots throughout the game; however, the offensive tackle play was not one of them. Josh Simmons has been out of practice with a back injury, so Jaylon Moore slid to left tackle, and rookie Kahlil Benson kicked inside from guard to right tackle.
Chiefs-Buccaneers: 5 things to watch in NFL preseason week 2
The Kansas City Chiefs will take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 2 of the NFL preseason on Saturday in Tampa Bay. The game will kick off at 6:30 P.M. Arrowhead time and be broadcast on KSHB 41 for local viewers. The Chiefs lost the first preseason game against the Los Angeles Rams 20-12, but the team showed tremendous glimpses of how the 2026 roster could shape up.
Examining the Chiefs' rookie defensive linemen in preseason week 1
The Kansas City Chiefs lost their preseason opener against the Los Angeles Rams 20-12 on Saturday, in a game where minimal starters participated. The final score was far from the most important thing that happened throughout the day, and the Chiefs got a chance to look at multiple new players across the roster. Included in this group were Kansas City's two rookie defensive linemen, Peter Woods and R Mason Thomas.
5 things to watch in Chiefs’ preseason opener against the Rams
The Kansas City Chiefs will open the preseason slate on Saturday, August 15th at Arrowhead Stadium. The game will kick off at 3:00 PM Arrowhead time and be broadcast locally on KSHB 41 as well as on the FM radio waves of 96.5 The Fan. The Chiefs will welcome the Los Angeles Rams, who will also be entering the 2026 season with high expectations.
Film breakdown: What can Emmanuel Ogbah give the Chiefs in year 11?
On Tuesday, the Kansas City Chiefs announced the signing of a familiar face. The team announced that they had signed veteran defensive end Emmanuel Ogbah. A ten-year NFL veteran, Ogbah notably played for the Chiefs in 2019, helping the team win Super Bowl LIV and finishing the season with 5.5 sacks, tying his career high at the time.
Film breakdown: What can Emmanuel Ogbah give the Chiefs in Year 11?
On Tuesday, the Kansas City Chiefs announced the signing of a familiar face. The team announced that they had signed veteran defensive end Emmanuel Ogbah. A ten-year NFL veteran, Ogbah notably played for the Chiefs in 2019, helping the team win Super Bowl LIV and finishing the season with 5.5 sacks, tying his career high at the time.
Improving Psychedelic Harm Reduction and Therapy: Community Perspectives from Individuals Who Use Recreationally and for Mental Health Purposes
ABSTRACT There is still inconsistency in psychedelic research across the United States. There are gaps in our understanding of the psychedelic community’s perception of topics including reasons for use and set/setting. The goal is to utilize these findings to produce better quantitative research, to ask the right questions of the right communities. This qualitative study organized focus groups from people who use psychedelics for: 1) recreational/spiritual and 2) mental health reasons.
Chiefs training camp: 5 observations from the second week of practices
There have been ten practices through roughly two weeks of Kansas City Chiefs training camp. I was fortunate enough to attend for four days in St. Joe as the Chiefs got into the dog days of camp. This iteration of the team has many questions, but after watching in depth, things are starting to look a bit clearer. Here are five things I observed.
Chiefs training camp: 3 players with the most to gain
Training camp is here, and the Kansas City Chiefs are ramping up practices in St. Joe, Missouri. During the first week of camp, the Chiefs practiced with no pads, but the team strapped up on Monday to kick off the physical portion of training camp. Within the 90-man roster, some players can see their stock fall, while others can rise to the occasion. It may just be practice, but camp performance can set the tone for how a player's season will go, whether it is in a positive direction or negative.
Chiefs training camp: 3 players with the most to lose
Training camp is here, and the Kansas City Chiefs are ramping up practices in St. Joseph, Missouri. During the first week of camp, the Chiefs practiced with no pads, but the team will strap them up all the way on Monday, setting the table for what the roster will look like in 2026. Through the ranks of the 90-man roster, some players can benefit from the camp sessions, but others could find themselves on the wrong end of the stick.
Can Chiefs safety Jaden Hicks take a step forward in 2026?
The Kansas City Chiefs will kick off training camp this week, and with it a new season! Chiefs' safety Jaden Hicks will enter his third camp with Kansas City, playing under the radar of the coaching staff so far in his career. Through his first three seasons, Hicks has been a role player, often used in Nickel situations and as a box safety against teams using heavier personnel. He has shown flashes, but so far they have been inconsistent.
This post was originally published on this site. KANSAS CITY, MO – MAY 28: Wide receiver Tyquan Thornton #2 of the Kansas City Chiefs catches a ball during the Kansas City Chiefs OTA’s on May 28, 2026 at the Chiefs Training Facility in Kansas City, MO.
Will Chiefs wide receiver Tyquan Thornton take a step forward in 2026?
Caleb James The Kansas City Chiefs ‘ wide receiver room has numerous questions heading into training camp, making it firmly one of the must-watch units throughout the preseason. Regardless of how few answers there are currently, it's nonnegotiable that the Chiefs need consistency from someone in the receiver room in 2026.
Will Chiefs wide receiver Tyquan Thornton take a step forward in 2026?
KANSAS CITY, MO - MAY 28: Wide receiver Tyquan Thornton #2 of the Kansas City Chiefs catches a ball during the Kansas City Chiefs OTA's on May 28, 2026 at the Chiefs Training Facility in Kansas City, MO. (Photo by Scott Winters/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The Kansas City Chiefs‘ wide receiver room has numerous questions heading into training camp, making it firmly one of the must-watch units throughout the preseason.
Will Chiefs linebacker Cooper McDonald take a step forward in 2026?
The Kansas City Chiefs are closing in on training camp. The team should be deep into internal evaluations of the offseason roster before heading to St. Joseph. The Chiefs addressed several positions this offseason, but linebacker was not one of them. Kansas City lost its standout strong-side linebacker, Leo Chenal, in free agency, and did not do much in the offseason to replace his role in the defense.
How the Chiefs can adjust the run game for Kenneth Walker in 2026
The Kansas City Chiefs' roster is littered with new faces heading into the 2026 season, with star running back Kenneth Walker being the headliner. The Super Bowl LX MVP signed with Kansas City for three years and nearly $29 million guaranteed in free agency. The big-time addition could reshape the way the Chiefs' offense looks. Walker was a monster for the Seattle Seahawks last season, and he will need to continue that momentum with quarterback Patrick Mahomes coming off an ACL injury.
Chiefs’ trade of Wanya Morris official, what it says about team’s depth
On Tuesday, the Kansas City Chiefs officially traded offensive tackle Wanya Morris (and a seventh-round pick) to the Atlanta Falcons for a sixth-round pick, ending his tenure in Kansas City. The Chiefs drafted Morris out of Oklahoma with the 92nd overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. Over three seasons in Kansas City, Morris started at left tackle for stretches and filled in as the team’s swing tackle, starting 16 games while playing in 43.
Expectations for the Chiefs offensive line will be high in 2026
KANSAS CITY, MO - MAY 28: Center Creed Humphrey #52, guard Trey Smith #65 and other Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman warm up during the Kansas City Chiefs OTA's on May 28, 2026 at the Chiefs Training Facility in Kansas City, MO. (Photo by Scott Winters/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The Kansas City Chiefs will have a mandatory mini-camp from June 9th to the 11th, the final week of offseason practice before training camp in late July.
The UDFA Files: Jacob De Jesus is a dynamic player with return skills
CHESTNUT HILL, MA - SEPTEMBER 27: California Golden Bears wide receiver Jacob De Jesus (21) avoids a tackle by Boston College Eagles defensive back Omar Thornton (0) during the college football game between California Golden Bears and Boston College Eagles on September 27, 2025, at Alumni Stadium in Chestnut Hill, MA. (Photo by M.
The UDFA Files: Center Pete Nygra looking for reserve spot with Chiefs
NFL OTAs are this week, and this will give the Kansas City Chiefs a chance to see all of the talent on the 91-man offseason roster in one setting. This season’s team will not be short on rookies, and the Chiefs have signed a few interesting undrafted free agents to add to the pool of young talent. During the era of quarterback Patrick Mahomes, Kansas City can never have enough quality offensive linemen, and the interior line needs to be deeper heading into 2026.
The UDFA Files: Center Pete Nygra looking for reserve spot with Chiefs
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The UDFA Files: Wesley Bissainthe is athletic LB with coverage upside
COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS - DECEMBER 20: Wesley Bissainthe #31 of the Miami (FL) Hurricanes runs with the ball after a blocked field goal in the quarter of the College Football Playoff First Round Game between the Texas A & M Longhorns and the Miami Hurricanes at Kyle Field on December 20, 2025 in College Station, Texas.
The UDFA Files: Bryce Phillips’ physical nature fits with Chiefs
San Diego, California - September 20: Bryce Phillips #0 of the San Diego State Aztecs celebrates on the field during their game against the California Golden Bears at Snapdragon Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025 in San Diego, California. (Meg McLaughlin / The San Diego Union-Tribune via Getty Images) NFL OTAs are less than two weeks away, giving the Kansas City Chiefs a chance to see all of the talent on the 91-man offseason roster in one setting.
The UDFA files: Vincent Anthony Jr. was a 'Vyper' edge rusher at Duke
Caleb James NFL OTAs are less than two weeks away, giving the Kansas City Chiefs a chance to see all of the talent on the 91-man offseason roster in one setting. This season's team will not be short on rookies, and the Chiefs have signed a few interesting undrafted free agents to add to the pool of young talent.
The UDFA files: John Michael-Gyllenborg has path to the Chiefs' roster
Caleb James NFL OTAs are less than two weeks away, giving the Kansas City Chiefs a chance to see all of the talent on the 91-man offseason roster in one setting. This season's team will not be short on rookies, and the Chiefs have signed a few interesting undrafted free agents to add to the pool of young talent.
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