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Chiefs News 2/17: Chris Jones pitches Tyreek Hill to return

KANSAS CITY, MO - DECEMBER 12: Chris Jones #95 of the Kansas City Chiefs waves to fans following the 48-9 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders at Arrowhead Stadium on December 12, 2021 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by David Eulitt/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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Chiefs’ Chris Jones makes pitch to Tyreek Hill amid trade rumors | Yahoo! Sports

The NFL offseason is barely underway, but the stove is already piping hot. Just days after the Miami Dolphins made the shocking decision to release superstar wideout Tyreek Hill, Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones is already working the phones, or at least the timeline.

Jones wasted no time jumping on X, formerly Twitter, to recruit his former teammate back to Arrowhead. Tagging Hill, Jones posted a simple but loud message: “@cheetah it’s (time).”

The “Cheetah” spent his first six seasons with the Kansas City Chiefs, becoming the most electric deep threat in football before being traded to Miami in 2022. While the move was strictly business at the time, the landscape in KC has changed. The Chiefs’ offense lacked that signature vertical explosion for much of the year.

2026 NFL offseason: Trade proposals that fit for both teams | ESPN

Rams go all-in with their extra first-rounder

Rams get: CB Trent McDuffie, 2026 fifth-round pick
Chiefs get: 2026 first-round pick

McDuffie fits that bill as a feisty, aggressive cornerback with the ability to play near the line of scrimmage. The Rams have spent at one of the league’s lowest rates over the past two years on defense, and they would have no trouble absorbing a potential extension for McDuffie, let alone his $13.6 million fifth-year option in 2026. McDuffie might be best in the slot, where the Rams use Quentin Lake, but he’s plenty effective as an outside cornerback, too.

Why would the Chiefs, who also expect to compete for a Super Bowl, trade McDuffie? Well, Brett Veach hasn’t been too interested in paying cornerbacks during his time as general manager. The Chiefs traded Peters after three seasons, one year removed from a first-team All-Pro nod. They developed L’Jarius Sneed into a standout, but at the end of his rookie deal, they franchise-tagged him and traded him to the Titans for a third-round pick.

McDuffie is better than Peters or Sneed, but if the Chiefs aren’t planning on extending their top corner, getting something significant for him now makes more sense than losing him in free agency for nothing more than a 2028 compensatory pick. In acquiring the No. 29 selection, the Chiefs would have three of the top-40 picks in this year’s draft, which would give them the ability to add multiple rookie contributors and/or move around for specific players.

Why Chiefs Shouldn’t Seek Tyreek Hill Reunion: ‘Nostalgia Will Get You In Trouble’ | FOX Sports

“We gotta be careful,” he said. “Nostalgia will get you in trouble. You’re talking about a 30-year-old quarterback coming off a major knee injury, and we’re looking at a team right now — valid, they’re deficient at the wide receiver position — but the Chiefs have some major cap issues.

The Chiefs are in a bit of a tricky spot with the salary cap entering the offseason. They’re roughly $55 million north of the salary cap, per Over The Cap, so signing any high-profile free agent might be impossible for Kansas City.

Hill is recovering from an ACL tear and a dislocated knee, though, which could theoretically lower his value on the open market. FOX Sports’ Greg Auman speculated that Hill could receive a salary of around $18 million next season, as he ranked Hill the 27th-best free agent this offseason. That’s about half of what Hill made with Miami in 2025.

Even if Hill takes that much of a pay cut this offseason, Colon thinks that it would still be a gamble for Kansas City to pursue him.

“They’re in the business of shopping for a low-value receiver instead of an impact guy, like Tyreek Hill, who you don’t know if you’re going to get the same guy back,” Colon said.

One potential 2026 salary-cap cut for every NFL team: Joe Mixon, Kirk Cousins and more | The Athletic

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RT Jawaan Taylor

This one seems like a formality at this point. The Chiefs can save $20 million against the cap by cutting the oft-penalized Taylor, who seems destined for a change of scenery at age 28. Kansas City also has a suitable replacement in-house. Jaylon Moore, who signed a two-year free-agent deal last offseason, can easily slide over to right tackle with 2025 first-rounder Josh Simmons securing the left side. K.C. should also part ways with defensive end Mike Danna this offseason to save $8.9 million on next year’s balance sheet. — Jesse Newell

Why Chiefs Should View Seahawks’ 2025 Offseason as a Blueprint | Sports Illustrated

Seattle Sold High on Name Value

Another player who was seeking a lucrative contract extension last offseason was wide receiver DK Metcalf. The 28-year-old receiver’s image as a top receiver in the league was slowly fading, as Metcalf’s poor route running and reputation for catching the ball with his body rather than his hands were being fully recognized across the league.

The Seahawks identified another suitor – the Pittsburgh Steelers – who mistakenly viewed Metcalf as a bona fide WR1. That was another excellent transaction by Schneider.

While cornerback Trent McDuffie is a better player than Metcalf and is assessed as one of the top players at his position, his small stature was exposed as an outside corner. The 25-year-old defensive back has been rumored as a trade candidate this offseason, and that quietly appears to be the case.

Around the NFL​

Browns’ Hickman assaulted in NYC, treated for minor injuries | ESPN

Cleveland Browns safety Ronnie Hickman was assaulted in the lobby of a New York City hotel early Monday morning, the team said.

The Browns said in a statement that Hickman, 24, was “treated for minor injuries at an area hospital after the incident, was later released, and is home resting with his family.”

There have been no arrests and an investigation continues, according to a statement from the New York Police Department.

Browns to hire Falcons’ Mike Rutenberg as defensive coordinator: Source | The Athletic

It’s the first coordinator job for Rutenberg, whose previous NFL experience includes time with the New York Jets, San Francisco 49ers, Jacksonville Jaguars and Washington.

The Browns are now close to completing the staff of new head coach Todd Monken, who was hired Jan. 28. Monken’s hiring led to the exit of Jim Schwartz, the defensive coordinator for the last three seasons, after he twice interviewed for the head-coaching job.

It’s expected that most of Schwartz’s assistants from last season will remain with the Browns. Linebackers coach Jason Tarver and safeties coach Ephraim Banda had both interviewed for the defensive coordinator position.

Rutenberg, 44, spent four seasons as the Jets’ linebackers coach before joining Atlanta’s staff as pass game coordinator last year.

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Why the Chiefs’ reunion with Tyreek Hill is a longshot

A second stint in Kansas City is probably unlikely for the wideout.

The biggest question surrounding Hill is his health. In Week 4, Hill suffered a devastating knee injury against the New York Jets. The gruesome diagnosis was a dislocated knee with multiple torn ligaments, including his ACL.

During Super Bowl week, NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reported that it is unknown when — or if — the speedster would be available in 2026. With so much of Hill’s value tied to otherworldly speed, he may never recover in a way that puts him back in a huddle.

Hill addressed the move on Monday via his Twitch feed. He confirmed that he knew the release was coming while revealing he still needs an additional surgery to repair his LCL.

Social media to make you think​

It’s unlikely the Seahawks will use their franchise tag on running back and Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker, per league sources. The Seahawks have multiple free agents they want to retain and sign. They also will try to extend WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba. There are enough Super-Bowl tax… https://t.co/9xbtIgLNn7 pic.twitter.com/XdfkNk16kf

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) February 17, 2026

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Making decisions on the Chiefs’ 2026 free agents

KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI - SEPTEMBER 14: Travis Kelce #87 of talks with Leo Chenal #54 of the Kansas City Chiefs prior to the game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Arrowhead Stadium on September 14, 2025 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Kevin Sabitus/Getty Images) | Getty Images

Finally, it feels like the offseason has actually arrived. The Kansas City Chiefs can now make moves to improve the team in the hopes of contending once again in 2026 and beyond.

Before the Chiefs can sign external free agents or select prospects in the NFL Draft, the front office will make decisions on the in-house free agents, which will be informative towards the next steps of player acquisition.

So let’s break the free agents into tiers based on how Kansas City should prioritize them. It’s impossible to pay everyone with a salary cap, so it’s necessary to pick and choose who is worth paying.

Let’s start with the guys with the highest priority to keep:

1. Keep no matter what!​

TE Travis Kelce
LB Leo Chenal

The Chiefs shouldn’t have to pay at the top of the market for either, but both Kelce and Chenal are really important players to the team that should be re-signed regardless of cost.

If Kelce wants to continue playing, Kansas City should welcome him with open arms. In 2025, he was arguably better than the previous two seasons; he is still a staple of the offense and locker room. If the Chiefs need to be creative with cap space to make a deal with Kelce work, it’s worth it for the legend. He should retire playing for the Chiefs and only the Chiefs.

Chenal’s situation in free agency will be weird because he’s one of the only true SAM linebackers left in the NFL. He has not proven to play every down, so that affects his price point. Chenal is valuable because he unlocks different fronts by aligning across the line of scrimmage. In playoff games against elite rushing teams, that has proven to be very valuable. The luxury of having that skillset is worth the cost.

2. Try to keep, but don’t overpay ​

S Bryan Cook
CB Jaylen Watson

Both defensive backs from the 2022 class had good runs in Kansas City, and general manager Brett Veach should definitely make an offer for both. However, it’s realistic for both to be outside of the Chiefs’ price range. With the lack of young defensive free agents on the market, teams very well could be paying a premium to land either.

Watson should be the priority, but other teams will have a similar mindset. Cook will probably be cheaper to keep, but the Chiefs should be able to find a similar, less-expensive replacement.

The goal for Kansas City should be to keep one of these two players. Given some of the other needs on the roster — wide receiver, running back, defensive line and others — it might be difficult to add to the secondary through the draft.

However, the Chiefs should be prepared for teams to drive up the price for both on the open market, and that could push the organization out of the possibility of re-signing either.

3. Try to keep by signing a cap-conscious deal ​

WR Tyquan Thornton
RB Kareem Hunt
WR Juju Smith-Schuster
DT Mike Pennel
LS James Winchester

All four of these players have been inexpensive signings in recent history, but each fills a role that the team needs. This group is made of players who are not considered to be played “every down,” and should be cheap to retain because of that.

Thornton would be the most expensive of the four, but his skillset in the offense should keep him in strong consideration by Kansas City. Thornton may not be a good enough route runner to play every down, but he’s the closest thing this team has to a downfield threat. The Chiefs will look for an X-receiver to improve the outside-receiver spot, but Thornton can still make vertical plays from the slot.

In 2025, Kansas City overused Hunt, but he earned a role in the backfield with success in short-yardage situations. If he can replicate what he did in 2025 — while he turns 31 in August — he has a valuable role.

Pennel is an inexpensive nose tackle that gives the team much-needed depth. Smith-Schuster helps the team in blocking, but his role has the potential to be given to a newcomer.

4. Don’t re-sign ​

WR Hollywood Brown
RB Isiah Pacheco
DE Charles Omenihu
DT Jerry Tillery
DT Derrick Nnadi
QB Gardner Minshew

With this group of players, it’s less about price and more about the fact that none have roles with the team that make sense to continue.

For example, Brown can’t play outside receiver, but he needs to because the team has Rashee Rice and Xavier Worthy. Brown has been a disappointment for over two years, and the receiving corps needs a more complete player.

Pacheco has not been the same since he was a rookie; he lacks the developed footwork and vision to continue as the starter. The Chiefs need more dynamism and consistency in the run game.

Omenihu has also not been the same since tearing his ACL in the 2023 postseason. He doesn’t bring much pass-rush juice anymore. Omenihu’s skillset is still valuable, but the team should replace him with a fresher, younger player.

Tillery and Nnadi were both cheap defensive tackles that didn’t do much last year. The Chiefs need to upgrade the depth on the interior defensive line with talent and youth, so moving off Tillery and Nnadi feels necessary to do that.

If there’s a chance Patrick Mahomes could miss four games due to being on the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list, the Chiefs would want to get a better backup than Minshew. I imagine he’ll find a different backup job elsewhere.

5. Bring back to fight for roster spots​

RB Dameon Pierce
CB Joshua Williams
CB Nazeeh Johnson
TE Robert Tonyan
S Mike Edwards
S Deon Bush
DE Janarius Robinson

Source: https://www.arrowheadpride.com/kans...2/making-decisions-on-chiefs-2026-free-agents

 

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One roster cut the Chiefs should make right now

As of the writing of this piece, the Kansas City Chiefs have the least amount of cap space in the NFL. According to Spotrac, the Chiefs are $57,963,869 over the cap. Over The Cap has a slightly more favorable number at $54,910,166.

On Wednesday morning, some of that pressure was relieved with an unsurprising report of restructuring quarterback Patrick Mahomes’ contract. Jason Fitzgerald of Over The Cap broke the news and concluded Kansas City would still be only $11 million over the limit with the move; Spotrac has the figure at $14.4 million.

Regardless, starting from a position of being nearly $60 million in the hole — coming off the franchise’s worst season in 13 years — is less than ideal.

The NFL new year starts on March 11th at 3:00 p.m. Arrowhead time. All teams must be below the salary cap then. For the Chiefs to be comfortably compliant under the $303 million salary cap, the front office will need to look into the 2026 roster and make decisions on players already under contract. In all likelihood, the Chiefs will make multiple moves between now and then.

So what is the one cut that feels most likely over all others Kansas City could make? There is really only one answer.

Right Tackle Jawaan Taylor​

Taylor is scheduled to make over $27 million in 2026. If the Chiefs elect to cut him, the organization will save $20 million against the cap while absorbing a dead-cap figure of roughly $7 million. This move alone would bring the Chiefs to $4.7 million under the cap, which is still not enough to even sign your draft picks, let alone play in free agency. However, it accomplishes the goal of settling under the $303 million cap ceiling before the 2026 NFL calendar officially begins.

Admittedly, the declaration to release Taylor before the final year of his deal is not a revolutionary point, but sometimes the choice that’s staring you in the face is the right one to make.

Two other cut candidates to keep an eye on​

• Defensive end Mike Danna could be released before the final year of his contract and save Kansas City $9 million.
• Linebacker Dru Tranquill, whose release would provide another $6 million in a similar situation to Danna.

While these moves help the Chiefs progress towards a necessary, albeit limited, level of flexibility in free agency, it’s not clear skies and sunshine yet. Kansas City has over 20 unrestricted free agents set to hit the market.

Of course, contracts can be written to have the bulk of funds hitting in future years, and there are other moves waiting to be made to ease further pressure. There are some rays of light peaking through the offseason overcast.

The best way to put the Chiefs’ 2026 cap situation is simple: it is what it is.

Is there any other avenue to handling Taylor’s contract besides outright releasing him? Who else on the 2026 roster should the Chiefs be looking into replacing? Let us know in the comments!

Source: https://www.arrowheadpride.com/kansas-city-chiefs-roster/194485/one-roster-cut-chiefs-should-make

 

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Rashee Rice lawsuit: Chiefs issue statement after abuse allegations go public

KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI - SEPTEMBER 15: Rashee Rice #4 of the Kansas City Chiefs stretches during pregame warmups prior to the regular season game against the Cincinnati Bengals at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on September 15, 2024 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by David Eulitt/Getty Images) | Getty Images

On Wednesday, TMZ released an exclusive report revealing a civil lawsuit has been filed against Kansas City Chiefs’ wide receiver Rashee Rice by Dacoda Jones — Rice’s “longtime partner and mother of his children” — alleging abuse, specifically from December 2023 to July 2025.

Jones — who has two children with Rice — says she was also subject to “other violent and abusive behaviors,” which included the Chiefs’ wideout throwing things at her, “punching walls, and breaking furniture.”

Jones claims the abuse caused “bleeding, swelling, bruising, and other pain and physical injury to her neck, face, mouth, arms, legs, chest, and shoulder.”

To make matters worse, Dacoda says most of the abuse occurred while she was pregnant.

These allegations are from the lawsuit filed against Chiefs WR Rashee Rice by the mother of his children in Dallas County District Court on Monday. pic.twitter.com/O5vQcyKufh

— Jesse Newell (@jessenewell) February 18, 2026

Just under two hours after that news broke, Jesse Newell of The Athletic shared the expressed allegations submitted by Jones and her representatives directly from the lawsuit, corroborating the disturbing details referenced through the initial report.

Here's the Chiefs' statement regarding Rashee Rice: “The club is aware & remains in communication with the National Football League.” https://t.co/4x4zIja3sn

— Nate Taylor (@ByNateTaylor) February 18, 2026

Roughly three hours after TMZ’s report, the Chiefs released the following statement regarding Rice, per Nate Taylor of ESPN.

“The club is aware & remains in communication with the National Football League.”

The filing comes just over a month after the Plaintiff Jones used Instagram to publicly allege the claims from this lawsuit, including graphic photos as evidence. It prompted the NFL to launch an investigation, reported by USA Today at the time.

It is unclear whether Rice’s ex-girlfriend has filed a police report associated with the allegations. Police in Overland Park, Kansas told USA TODAY that they responded to a call at Rice’s home in 2024 but that no abuse report was filed. The Dallas Police Department, where Rice previously lived, told USA TODAY, “It is not our practice to look up individuals by name.”

That won’t stop the NFL from investigating.

In a statement provided to USA TODAY on Jan. 8, an NFL spokesman said, “We have been in contact with the club about the matter which will be reviewed under the league’s personal conduct policy.”

At the time, the organization put out the following statement through Taylor after the accusations went viral.

“The club is aware of the allegations on social media and is in communication with the National Football League,” the Chiefs said in a statement. “We have no further comment at this time.”

That NFL investigation is still active and will likely stay open while this filing goes through the court process. We will keep you updated with the latest information as it is reported.

Source: https://www.arrowheadpride.com/kans...ations-abuse-team-statement-nfl-investigation

 

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The Athletic’s beat writer mock draft has Chiefs taking first receiver

COLUMBUS, OH - NOVEMBER 01: Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Carnell Tate (17) catches a pass during the game against the Penn State Nittany Lions and the Ohio State Buckeyes on November 1, 2025, at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, OH. (Photo by Ian Johnson/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images

The NFL Scouting Combine will take place next week, setting the tone for the 2026 NFL Draft and the football offseason as a whole.

The prediction mock drafts will feel more solidified once rumors begin swirling with the football world collected in Indianapolis ahead of free agency. However, the events that have already unfolded this offseason can point to what needs to be addressed with such a premium draft pick.

On Thursday morning, The Athletic posted a mock draft featuring all 32 first-round selections predicted by the beat writers who cover them. Jesse Newell wrote Kansas City’s selection of the first wide receiver off the board.

9. Kansas City Chiefs: Carnell Tate, WR, Ohio State

A sneaky need for the Chiefs is at receiver, where they have only two players under contract beyond 2026 (Xavier Worthy and Jalen Royals). This draft fell in a positive way, then, with Tate the first receiver off the board. He’s a good team fit, as well. The Chiefs typically target run-after-catch guys, but too often last year, they were in need of an outside receiver who could create route separation and be a contested-catch option. Tate — he most often draws George Pickens comps from draft analysts — would be a welcome addition for new receivers coach Chad O’Shea, while also giving Patrick Mahomes a QB-friendly option for years to come. — Jesse Newell

My take​

The first note about this draft board is the collection of players not available at the ninth selection. Between picks four and eight, the following players were taken; all of them have been popular names to match with the Chiefs.

• EDGE David Bailey, Texas Tech
• S Caleb Downs, Ohio State
• EDGE Rueben Bain Jr., Miami
• RB Jeremiyah Love, Notre Dame

With that in mind, general manager Brett Veach has his choice of the three receivers projected to go top-13 by The Athletic’s NFL Draft consensus rankings.

8. Carnell Tate, Ohio State

11. Jordyn Tyson, Arizona State

13. Makai Lemon, USC

Newell chose the top receiver and points out how strong a fit Tate is to work with the Chiefs’ existing receiving corps moving forward. Tate offers skills that help with facets of offense the team has struggled with recently, and the numbers prove it, according to PFF Premium Stats.

• He is a ball winner, proven by an absurdly high contested-catch rate in 2025. Tate caught 12 of 14 contested targets and did not register a drop in his last season with the Buckeyes. He also caught 12 of 13 passes thrown 10 or more yards between the hashes
• He is a downfield playmaker. The contested catches play into that, but Tate did nearly all of his damage on passes thrown 20 or more yards down the field: six of his nine touchdowns and 52% of his receiving yards in 2025, to be exact.
• He wins on the outside. Tate rarely worked from the slot at Ohio State, aligning there on less than 10% of his snaps over the last two seasons.

However, Kansas City’s pass-catching group needs a receiver who can beat man coverage himself and create separation when the designed, run-after-catch routes get jammed up.

Among FBS receivers with at least 10 targets against man coverage in 2025, Tate ranked 98th in catch rate against man coverage (10 of 16 passes). Only 153 of his 875 receiving yards were registered against man, which can be credited to opponents’ fear of manning up Tate and teammate Jeremiah Smith.

When Tate does face tight, physical coverage on his route, he struggles to shake the cornerback more often than Tyson and Lemon do on tape. He overcomes it with strong hands and a big body to pair with elite instincts at the catch point, but many high-profile receivers in draft history have shared a similar background, only to struggle at succeeding in the same fashion at the NFL level.

Wish he'd separate easier against physical coverage — but there's no denying how much of a downfield threat Tate is off free releases pic.twitter.com/TVfv19lmNM

— Ron Kopp Jr (@RonOnChiefs) February 8, 2026

The point is certainly not to push Tate out of consideration for the pick, especially because he is exceptional in his strengths. Working off the primary attention on Smith, Tate took advantage of free releases as often as he could. He is a dynamic route runner in space, understanding how to manipulate zone defenders to get over the top.

However, if Kansas City is to take such a swing with the ninth pick, the receiver taken needs to be able to create route separation, as Newell put it, specifically against man coverage.

For Tate, that would be more of a projection, but one that has the ceiling of an All-Pro wideout given the other talents he has already proven.

Is Tate the best receiver in the class? Is he the strongest fit for the Chiefs? Is he both, or neither? Let’s get these draft discussions rolling with the Combine starting next week.

Source: https://www.arrowheadpride.com/kans...riter-mock-draft-chiefs-taking-first-receiver

 

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Chiefs encounters: Looking for the best or most random stories you have

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - FEBRUARY 3: Kansas City Chiefs punter Matt Araiza takes a selfie with Chiefs fans inside the Caesars Superdome during the Super Bowl Opening Night on February 3, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs were made available for interviews during an energetic, New Orleans-themed event ahead of next Sunday's Super Bowl LIX. (Photo by Michael DeMocker/Getty Images) | Getty Images

You never know when or where you may run into a member of the Kansas City Chiefs as they soak up offseason time before preparing for next season.

Chiefs Kingdom doesn’t shy away from letting its favorite players know they are appreciated. My late father, one of the loudest and proudest Chiefs fans there was, was always looking for an opportunity to bellow “CHIEFS!” as loud as he could; the conclusion to the national anthem at Arrowhead Stadium only happened eight times a year, to be fair.

He was a well-respected salesman who had stories of working with former Chiefs players like quarterback Trent Green or linebacker Mike Maslowki, although he had to be on his best behavior in those professional scenarios.

That wasn’t the case on a 2007 summer trip our family took to Las Vegas to visit our grandmother. As my sisters and I spent time with her, our parents enjoyed the strip and decided to enter the Tao nightclub late one evening.

As they approach the bar, my dad recognizes a tall, mulleted man enjoying himself and doesn’t even think twice before unleashing a vintage “CHIEFS!” within earshot. Hall of Fame defensive end Jared Allen, then just a fourth-year player, was clearly surprised — then responded with cheers to acknowledge the randomly proud Chiefs fan in a Vegas nightclub. My parents recall former Chiefs linebacker Kawika Mitchell hanging out at the bar as well.

I can’t top that, or any, of my father’s stories. I have coincidentally shared flights heading back to Kansas City with wide receiver Skyy Moore and defensive tackle Derrick Nnadi on separate occasions.

It sounds made up, but moments before I saw Moore while I sat in the terminal, I was drafting my 2022 fantasy football team on my phone and used a late pick on him. I did wish him good luck in his rookie season, but I failed to mention my incredibly-timed fantasy pick. He probably wouldn’t have believed me.

Do you have any random encounters with Chiefs players or coaches, current or historically? Share in the comments, and we’ll review for the best ones!

Source: https://www.arrowheadpride.com/kans...counters-looking-for-best-most-random-stories

 

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Let’s Argue: Andy Reid will be gone in two years

Jan 29, 2023; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid greets fans while leaving the field after winning the AFC Championship game against the Cincinnati Bengals at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

In our “Let’s Argue” series, our Mark Gunnels considers the hot takes, wacky predictions and unpopular opinions of Kansas City Chiefs fans from all over the world.

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The Chiefs should draft a QB with the probability Mahomes won’t be ready by the start of the season.​

The Chiefs should draft a QB with the probability Mahomes won't be ready by the start of the season.

— DiceGame (@DedagnDicegame) February 3, 2026

This isn’t a bad idea in theory.

However, the Chiefs only have six draft picks this year.

With that in mind, it’s hard for me to justify drafting a quarterback with so few picks. After missing the playoffs for the first time in the era of quarterback Patrick Mahomes, general manager Brett Veach can’t afford to waste a pick on a quarterback.

Also, all reports point to Mahomes being ready to start Week 1.

The team should just bring in a veteran quarterback as a backup.

Chiefs are 1 great RB and 1 great DE away from being back on top.​

Chiefs are 1 great RB and 1 great DE away from being back on top.

— Dillon Breeden (@Dilbobagns) February 3, 2026

This goes back to the previous point.

Depending on how free agency goes, Kansas City may need to spend picks on a running back and a defensive end. Even if everything goes right before the draft, it’s still likely that Veach spends two picks on these positions.

Let’s say the Chiefs sign Breece Hall: the first pick would most likely be spent on a defensive end or wide receiver, but you would assume the front office would draft a running back in the later rounds.

Remember that Isiah Pacheco, Kareem Hunt and Dameon Pierce are all free agents.

Andy will be gone in two years.​

Andy will be gone in two years.

— B. Skaigh (@BSkaigh) February 3, 2026

No one truly knows when Andy Reid will hang it up.

If I had to make an educated guess, I would say he finishes out his contract that runs through the 2028 season. At that point, I believe Big Red calls it quits.

This would give him three more seasons.

The Chiefs defense missed JReid last season.​

The Chiefs defense missed JReid last season.

— ChiefsChickSEK RUN the ball (@chiefschicktx) February 3, 2026

When the Chiefs decided to move on without safety Justin Reid, most fans weren’t upset.

The thinking was that Jaden Hicks would take a major leap in his second season. Unfortunately, Hicks couldn’t quite get there.

Bryan Cook had an amazing year, but the other safety position wasn’t nearly as strong. I do think Chiefs Kingdom as a whole took for granted Reid’s veteran leadership and football IQ.

Source: https://www.arrowheadpride.com/kans...254/chiefs-hot-takes-andy-reid-gone-two-years