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Beat writer at ChiefsDigest.com, contributor @SportsRadio810, @580Sportstalk. Member @PFWAwriters. Author "Patrick Mahomes: Showtime" & "At Last!"

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Matt Derrick’s Biography

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Matt Derrick is currently the publisher and lead beat writer for ChiefsDigest.com, an independent news site covering the Kansas City Chiefs dedicated to provide original reporting and breaking news related to the team and the National Football League.

Derrick is a longtime member of the journalism and public relations industries, beginning his broadcasting career the day following his high school graduation with an internship at KTXR-FM in Springfield, Mo.

By the end of the summer, Derrick join…

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Success of Patrick Mahomes, Baker Mayfield Propel Kliff Kingsbury's NFL Shot - ChiefsDigest.com

Success of Patrick Mahomes, Baker Mayfield Propel Kliff Kingsbury's NFL Shot - ChiefsDigest.com

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Snowball Incidents Cause Injuries, Draws Ire of Andy Reid in Chiefs' Playoff Win - ChiefsDigest.c...

Snowball Incidents Cause Injuries, Draws Ire of Andy Reid in Chiefs' Playoff Win - ChiefsDigest.c...

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Chiefs CEO Clark Hunt Says Team Aware of Three Allegations Against Kareem Hunt - ChiefsDigest.com

Chiefs CEO Clark Hunt Says Team Aware of Three Allegations Against Kareem Hunt - ChiefsDigest.com

KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Chiefs chairman and CEO Clark Hunt said Sunday the club was aware of three publicly repor…

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Ben Niemann "Steamin'" From Undrafted Free Agent to First NFL Start for Chiefs - ChiefsDigest.com

Ben Niemann "Steamin'" From Undrafted Free Agent to First NFL Start for Chiefs - ChiefsDigest.com

KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Chiefs linebacker Ben Niemann stood at his locker answering questions from a crowd of rep…

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Ben Niemann "Steamin'" From Undrafted Free Agent to First NFL Start for Chiefs - ChiefsDigest.com

Ben Niemann "Steamin'" From Undrafted Free Agent to First NFL Start for Chiefs - ChiefsDigest.com

KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Chiefs linebacker Ben Niemann stood at his locker answering questions from a crowd of rep…

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Mitch Morse Extends Pass Protection Streak Past 1,500 Blocks Without a Sack - ChiefsDigest.com

Mitch Morse Extends Pass Protection Streak Past 1,500 Blocks Without a Sack - ChiefsDigest.com

KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- It's been a while since Chiefs center Mitch Morse surrendered a sack in pass protection -…

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D.J. Humphries Will Start at Left Tackle for Chiefs vs. Chargers on Sunday Night

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By Matt Derrick
| Chiefs Digest
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Attempting to solve the puzzle of their left tackle position, the Chiefs will slide a new piece into place Sunday night against the Chargers in turning to veteran D.J. Humphries. Andy Reid didn’t tip his hand as to who will start at left in Week 14 but sources confirmed to Chiefs Digest it’s Humphries who will draw the start. “I’m just going to evaluate,” Reid said after Friday’s practice.
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Isiah Pacheco, Charles Omenihu Ready to Return for Chiefs on Black Friday

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By Matt Derrick
| Chiefs Digest
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The journey back to the active roster is complete for Chiefs running back Isiah Pacheco and defensive end Charles Omenihu. The club activated both players from injured reserve Thursday, and both are expected to play on in tomorrow’s Black Friday game against the Las Vegas Raiders. On Wednesday, coach Andy Reid said he expected Pacheco and Omenihu to play if all went well after that day’s practice and Thursday morning’s walk-through. “I mean, as long as they’re OK,” Reid said.
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Chiefs, Veteran LT D.J. Humphries Agree to Deal Worth Up to $4.5 Million

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By Matt Derrick
| Chiefs Digest
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Chiefs added veteran depth at the left tackle position Friday evening, agreeing to terms on a one-year deal with left tackle D.J. Humphries. NFL Network reports the deal will pay Humphries $2 million for the remainder of the season with incentives topping out at an additional $2.5 million. The deal is pending a physical for Humphries once he reports to Kansas City. The Chiefs have an open spot on the 53-player roster so no corresponding move is necessary for his addition.
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What was your first job as a journalist?

I produced hourly newscasts at the top of the hour as a part-time board operator for KTXR-FM in Springfield, Mo., when I was 18.

Have you ever used a typewriter?

Yes! I miss those days most of the time. The tactile experience of a typewriter cannot be matched on any keyboard.

How is social media changing news?

It drives way too much clickbait, but it also exposes us to more viewpoints than ever, so long as the audience broadens its horizon.