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Last Updated: Thu Aug 13, 2026, 1:16 PM

Kansas City Chiefs

-- Patrick Mahomes to Sit This Week --
Thu Aug 13, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Kansas City Chiefs HC Andy Reid said QB Patrick Mahomes won’t play in this week's preseason game against the Rams.

-- No Suspension Expected for Rashee Rice --
Wed Aug 12, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Kansas City Chiefs WR Rashee Rice is not expected to be suspended for violating his probation.

-- Chiefs Sign Emmanuel Ogbah --
Tue Aug 11, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports free-agent DE Emmanuel Ogbah has signed a one-year contract with the Kansas City Chiefs; per source. It’s a reunion, as Ogbah won a Super Bowl with the Chiefs in 2020.

-- Chiefs OC Eric Bieniemy Returns --
Mon Aug 10, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Kansas City Chiefs OC Eric Bieniemy has returned to the team after tending to his wife, who was shot by their son.

-- Xavier Worthy Sits Friday --
Fri Aug 7, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Kansas City Chiefs WR Xavier Worthy (shoulder) did not practice on Friday.

-- Patrick Mahomes Unlikely to Play Next Week --
Fri Aug 7, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Kansas City Star reports Chief HC Andy Reid says they are leaning against playing QB Patrick Mahomes (knee) in next week’s preseason opener. He doesn’t know if he will play the second or third preseason game yet.

-- Cyrus Allen Returns to Practice --
Fri Aug 7, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Kansas City Chiefs rookie WR Cyrus Allen (shin) returned to practice on Friday.

-- Rashee Rice Takes a Step Forward --
Wed Aug 5, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports for the first time in training camp, Kansas City Chiefs WR Rashee Rice (knee) is participating in the 11-on-11 periods.

-- Two Chiefs Injured WRs Should Practice This Week --
Mon Aug 3, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Kansas City Chiefs rookie WR Cyrus Allen (shin) and veteran WR Xavier Worthy (shoulder) both left practice after getting hurt, but neither one is expected to be out long. Word on Sunday was that Allen suffered a shin bruise and HC Andy Reid said on Monday that Worthy has a shoulder sprain. Worthy’s sprain is minor enough that Reid said the wideout is expected to practice later this week. Reid also confirmed that Allen is looking at a similar timeline for his own return to action.

-- Chiefs WR Injury Update --
Sat Aug 1, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ChiefsDigest.com reports the Kansas City Chiefs say WR Cyrus Allen (shin) is day-to-day with a bone bruise. Meanwhile, WR Xavier Worthy (shoulder) left practice during the final period in the front of a cart with what the club says is shoulder related. Observation only: Worthy didn't seem distressed as he exited. After looking at the injury, Worthy appears to be OK.

-- Cyrus Allen Injures Knee --
Sat Aug 1, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Kansas City Chiefs WR Cyrus Allen (knee) collided with a teammate as a gunner on a special teams punt rep today. Allen stayed down with his helmet buried in the turf & then needed help to get off the field. Allen left the field in the front of the cart with what appeared to be a left knee injury.

-- Rashee Rice Limited in Practice --
Fri Jul 31, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs WR Rashee Rice is participating in warmups and play installations, but is not yet participating in team drills.

-- Patrick Mahomes Watch --
Tue Jul 28, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports the Kansas City Chiefs are eager to test QB Patrick Mahomes’ (knee) limits during the start of training camp Mahomes is wearing a brace, something he doesn’t seem particularly comfortable with yet.

-- Chiefs OC Eric Bieniemy's Wife Shot by Son --
Mon Jul 27, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Mia Bieniemy, the wife of Kansas City Chiefs OC Eric Bieniemy, was shot Sunday night at the couple’s home in Virginia. Bieniemy is reportedly in stable condition and was treated for serious injuries. Elijah Bieniemy, the son of Eric and Mia, is reportedly being charged with three felonies that include use of a firearm in the commission of a felony, malicious wounding, and discharging a firearm within a building. Elijah Bieniemy was reportedly arraigned on Monday morning. OC Eric Bieniemy has left the team to be with his family.

-- Mansoor Delane Rehab Update --
Sun Jul 26, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Kansas City Chiefs rookie CB Mansoor Delane (shoulder) says he is hoping to be fully cleared for camp “some time soon.” Delane suffered a shoulder injury during OTAs and was sporting a non-contact jersey at the Chiefs’ first training camp. He said things are getting better every day and has spent most of his time in the playbook and conditioning.

-- Chiefs List Two --
Sat Jul 25, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Kansas City Chiefs have placed TE John Michael Gyllenborg and DT Omarr Norman-Lott on the active PUP list.

-- Rashee Rice Cleared to Practice --
Fri Jul 24, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Kansas City Chiefs HC Andy Reid says WR Rashee Rice (knee) is doing great and is cleared to practice.

-- Patrick Mahomes Cleared to Practice --
Fri Jul 24, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes (knee), recovering from a torn ACL and LCL, has been cleared to participate in practice, HC Andy Reid said. "(To) do all the different periods that we have in this camp. He’s been cleared to participate fully.”

-- Patrick Mahomes Appears on Track to Play Week #1 --
Wed Jul 15, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes (torn ACL) appears to be on track for his goal of being ready to play in Week #1.

-- Patrick Mahomes Rehab Update --
Wed Jul 1, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

SI.com reports Kanss City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes (knee) is trending towards being cleared for 11-on-11 work at the start of training camp. Mahomes is well ahead of the normal ACL/LCL rehab timeline, but it wouldn’t be surprising if the Chiefs remained cautious with Mahomes in training camp and didn’t necessarily throw him in 11-on-11 settings as soon as he was first cleared.

-- Rashee Rice Released From Jail --
Tue Jun 16, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Kansas City Chiefs WR Rashee Rice was released from Dallas County Jail today after 30 days in jail for a probation violation.

-- Dave Merritt Cleared --
Fri Jun 12, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the NFL concluded its investigation of Kansas City Chiefs DBs coach Dave Merritt and found insufficient evidence of a violation of the personal conduct policy, sources say. A Kansas district court dismissed misdemeanor DV charges last month. No discipline from the league as well.

-- Patrick Mahomes Health Watch --
Thu Jun 11, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Kansas City Chiefs and QB Patrick Mahomes (knee) are leaning into the possibility that he plays in Week #1 against the Broncos.

-- Chiefs Trade Wanya Morris --
Thu Jun 11, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL Insider Jordan Schultz reports the Atlanta Falcons have acquired OT Wanya Morris and a 2027 seventh-round draft pick from the Chiefs in exchange for a 2027 sixth-round draft pick.

-- Chiefs Extend Patrick Mahomes --
Wed Jun 10, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Kansas City Chiefs are adding two years to QB Patrick Mahomes’ contract, tying him to Kansas City through the 2033 season at a value of $504.75 million, making it the first NFL deal valued at over a half-billion dollars. That is $64M in new money average, which is a record-high.

-- Wanya Morris Wants Out of K.C. --
Tue Jun 9, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Kansas City Chiefs and OT Wanya Morris have agreed to explore trade options. Morris would like the chance to play more and Kansas City has tackle depth.

-- Chiefs Sign L'Jarius Sneed --
Mon Jun 8, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL Insider Jordan Schultz reports the Kansas City Chiefs have signed veteran free-agent CB L'Jarius Sneed to a one-year, $5 million contract.

-- Chiefs Sign First-Rounder Mansoor Delane --
Mon Jun 8, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Kansas City Chiefs have signed first-round draft pick CB Mansoor Delane to a four-year, $41.9 million contract.

-- Chiefs Sign First-Rounder Peter Woods --
Mon Jun 8, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports first-round draft pick DT Peter Woods and the Kansas City Chiefs reached agreement today on a 4-year, $18 million fully guaranteed contract.

-- Patrick Mahomes Looking Sharp --
Mon Jun 8, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes (knee) has reportedly looked sharp while going through seven-on-seven drills this offseason.

-- Chiefs Hosting L'Jarius Sneed --
Thu Jun 4, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports veteran free-agent CB L'Jarius Sneed is visiting today with the Kansas City Chiefs. Sneed played for the Chiefs before they traded him to the Titans.

-- Patrick Mahomes Speaks --
Thu May 28, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes (torn ACL) says he’s driving to be able to fully participate for the start of training camp, but it’s currently unclear. He adds that the recovery checkpoints run over a week to two week’s time. The next step is running and cutting, and proving to the AT staff that he can protect himself.

-- Travis Kelce No-Shows --
Thu May 28, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs TE Travis Kelce was not seen during the voluntary OTAs viewing session on Thursday.

-- Rashee Rice Watch --
Thu May 28, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Kansas City Chiefs HC Andy Reid says the NFL has not indicated it will suspend WR Rashee Rice for violating his probation.

-- Patrick Mahomes Returns to Practice --
Tue May 26, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports less than five and a half months after suffering a torn ACL, Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes (knee) was back on the practice field. The Chiefs posted video of Mahomes taking part in the team’s OTA session on Tuesday. He was wearing a large brace on his left leg. Mahomes reposted the video with a clock emoji. And, to no surprise, he’s currently beating the clock in his effort to return by Week #1.

-- Rashee Rice Could be Suspended for Up to Four Games --
Mon May 25, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Kansas City Chiefs WR Rashee Rice could face a suspension of up to four games for violating the personal conduct policy. The policy has a provision that applies to violations of the law regarding substances of abuse, which includes marijuana. It allows the commissioner to suspend the player for up to four games.

-- Chiefs Have No Plans to Extend Rashee Rice --
Mon May 25, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports the Kansas City Chiefs have no plans to sign WR Rashee Rice to a long-term extension. The 2026 season is the wide receiver’s final year in his four-year, $6.4 million contract with the Chiefs. Rice was already serving a five-year probation, per the verdict on his involvement in a six-car pile-up in Dallas in 2024. He was also sentenced to a month in prison, but the judge allowed him to serve the time whenever he was capable. But just a few days back, he tested positive for THC, i.e., cannabis, which is a probation violation. Rice was promptly sent to prison and is now going to miss the OTAs. He will be out on June 16th.

-- Could the Chiefs Trade for A.J. Brown? --
Wed May 20, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

SI.com reports the Kansas City Chiefs could circle back and reconsider acquiring WR A.J. Brown from the Eagles after it was learned that WR Rashee Rice (knee) will be out for two months after another knee surgery along with his prison sentence for testing positive for pot.

-- Rashee Rice OUT Two Months --
Tue May 19, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports one week before being ordered to serve 30 days in jail, Kansas City Chiefs WR Rashee Rice (knee) underwent a clean-up surgery on his right knee to remove loose debris that was causing inflammation and now is expected to sideline him two months, league sources said.

-- Rashee Rice Violates Probation --
Tue May 19, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

KSHB41 reports Kansas City Chiefs WR Rashee Rice violated his probation after testing positive for marijuana. Rice has been ordered to serve 30 days in jail, meaning he will miss Chiefs OTAs and the team's mandatory mini-camp. In other words, Rice is serving his original 30-day sentence as part of him pleading guilty to felony collision involving serious bodily injury & racing on a highway causing bodily injury in a multi-car crash in Dallas in May of 2024.

-- Charges Against David Merritt Dismissed --
Thu May 7, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the District Court of Johnson County (Ks.) has dismissed the case against Kansas City Chiefs DBs coach David Merritt, who had been arrested on a misdemeanor charge.

-- Patrick Mahomes Way Ahead of Schedule in His Rehab --
Tue May 5, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Kansas City GM Brett Veach spoke over the weekend, noting just how much progress QB Patrick Mahomes (torn ACL) has made in his recovery from a torn ACL. “So, needless to say, he’s way ahead of schedule. I think the biggest challenge we’re going to have is protecting him against himself, because I’m sure when we get to St. Joseph, Missouri, for training camp, he’s going to want to be full go. But we’re going to have to hold him back a little. And, again, I don’t want to put a timetable on it. But I think you guys know the kind of person and competitor Pat is, and I would just say, we’re in a really good place right now.”

-- Chiefs Sign 5th-Rounder Emmett Johnson --
Tue May 5, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Kansas City Chiefs have signed 5th-round draft pick RB Emmett Johnson to a four-year contract.

-- Chiefs Make Player Moves --
Mon May 4, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Kansas City Chiefs official website reports the Chiefs have signed free agents WR Xavier Loyd, DB Marlen Sewell, and OT Kahlil Benson. They have also waived QB Jake Haener, DE Ethan Hurkett, and DT Zacch Pickens

-- Patrick Mahomes Watch --
Sun May 3, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes (knee) is on track to participate in organized team activities (OTAs), even if it is in a limited capacity. "He is in a good position to be able to do some things," HC Andy Reid said. "If he can do some things, [he'll do it]. Phase 2 [of the offseason program], remember, there's no contact and there's no offense versus defense. It's Phase 3 that you get into that. ... He's in a position where he can do everything, I think."

-- Patrick Mahomes Watch --
Sat May 2, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes (torn ACL) is making progress in his recovery, but HC Andy Reid said he is not sure if Mahomes will be able to participate when offseason workouts begin.

-- Chiefs Decline Felix Anudike-Uzomah's 5th-Year Option --
Fri May 1, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Kansas City Chiefs have declined the fifth-year option for DE Felix Anudike-Uzomah.

-- Mike Pennel Jr. a Person of Interest --
Sun Apr 26, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports free-agent DL Mike Pennel Jr. is a “person of interest” in connection with the death of a woman in the Dominican Republic. The woman, who was 22 at the time, was reported missing in 2021. Her body was found on property owned by Pennel in the Dominican Republic. Pennel’s lawyer said Pennel didn’t know the woman and he wasn’t in the country when she disappeared. Pennel sent a text message to ESPN: “This isn’t a story. I’m not legally involved. This is fake news being reported. I’d advise you to speak with my agent/lawyer . . . before writing a false story. Damaging my reputation.”

-- Garrett Nussmeier Happy He's a Chief --
Sun Apr 26, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports rookie QB Garrett Nussmeier waited longer than he would have liked to be drafted this weekend, but he’s happy about where he landed. The Kansas City Chiefs picked Nussmeier in the seventh round on Saturday and the former LSU starter said that his mindset as he dropped down the board was that “it’s not when, it’s where.” He said that he thinks the presence of HC Andy Reid and starter QB Patrick Mahomes in Kansas City will provide him with a chance to grow. “It’s a great opportunity for me to learn,” Nussmeier said. “I’m just grateful that I have this opportunity. I can only imagine. I’m so excited to be in a room with those guys, coach Reid and his unbelievable offensive mind and sitting behind Patrick and steal some things from him and see the game through his eyes. It’s going to be an unbelievable experience for me.”

-- Dave Merritt Pleads Not Guilty --
Thu Apr 23, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs defensive backs coach Dave Merritt pleaded not guilty to a misdemeanor domestic battery charge. Merritt, dressed in orange jumpsuit, made his court appearance via Zoom. He requested court-appointed counsel, and a public defender entered the plea on Merritt’s behalf. Johnson County District Judge Wayne Smith set a $2,500 personal recognizance bond with conditions of no alcohol, drugs or firearms, and no contact with the victim of the alleged crime, according to the newspaper. Merritt bonded out after his hearing. His next court date is scheduled for June 24th.

-- Dave Merritt Arrested --
Thu Apr 23, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs DBs coach Dave Merritt was arrested last night for a misdemeanor domestic battery charge. He is scheduled to appear in court this afternoon. The team is aware and has no comment.

-- Chiefs Re-Sign Matt Araiza --
Mon Apr 20, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Kansas City Chiefs have re-signed P Matt Araiza to a one-year contract.

-- Chiefs Looking to Move Up --
Sat Apr 18, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Kansas City Chiefs are in trade talks with the Arizona Cardinals and Tennessee Titans to explore the possibility of moving up in round one of the draft next week.

-- Chiefs Host Colton Hood --
Wed Apr 15, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Tennessee CB Colton Hood visited the Chiefs this week, per source. Kansas City owns the #9 and #29 picks in next week’s draft. Hood, a projected first-round pick, has also visited the Jets, Cowboys, Seahawks, Texans, and Raiders.

-- Chiefs Hosting Rueben Bain --
Thu Apr 9, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Kansas City Chiefs are hosting Miami DE Rueben Bain today, a source said. KC picks 9th and has done work on the top pass-rushers.

-- No Discipline for Rashee Rice --
Fri Apr 3, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the NFL concluded today that Kansas City Chiefs WR Rashee Rice has not engaged in conduct that violates the personal conduct policy and the investigation into accusations from his former girlfriend is now closed; there will be no discipline at this time.

-- Chiefs Sign Kaiir Elam --
Thu Apr 2, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Kansas City Chiefs have signed free-agent CB Kaiir Elam.

-- Andy Reid Speaks on Patrick Mahomes --
Sun Mar 29, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Kansas City Chiefs HC Andy Reid is liking what he’s seeing of QB Patrick Mahomes (knee), who is now throwing the football, three months after surgery to repair a torn ACL. Reid said Mahomes is hard at work and doing well, although he declined to say whether Mahomes will be ready to play Week #1. “He’s doing great,” Reid said. “He spends a ton of time in the building. . . . He’s in there for seven hours a day. It’s showing, the progress. Now, to tell you a timeline? I mean, I know what he’s striving for. We’ll just see where it goes from there.”

-- Patrick Mahomes Rehab Update --
Wed Mar 25, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes (torn ACL) is back in the lab throwing a little over 100 days since tearing his ACL. The Chiefs are optimistic that Mahomes is on track to participate, even in a limited capacity, in the team’s voluntary offseason practices in May.

-- Travis Kelce Officially Signs New Deal --
Mon Mar 23, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Kansas City Chiefs TE Travis Kelce has signed his contract, officially locking him in for 2026. It’s a three-year, $54.735 million deal that can be worth up to $57.735 million ($18.245M average). Year #1 is $12 million plus $3 million in incentives.

-- Chiefs Acquire Justin Fields --
Mon Mar 16, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Kansas City Chiefs have acquired QB Justin Fields from the New York Jets in exchange for a 2027 sixth-round draft pick.

-- Chiefs Re-Sign One --
Sat Mar 14, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Kansas City Chiefs have re-signed OL Mike Caliendo to a one-year contract.

-- Drue Tranquill Accepts Pay Cut --
Thu Mar 12, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Kansas City Chiefs LB Drue Tranquill recently renegotiated the final year of his deal, taking his base pay from $6 million down to $3.5 million ($3M fully guaranteed) and trimming his cap number by $2.5 million. Once considered a possible cap casualty, Tranquill is locked in for 2026.

-- Chiefs Sign Emari Demercado --
Thu Mar 12, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL Insider Jordan Schultz reports the Kansas City Chiefs have signed free-agent RB Emari Demercado to a one-year contract.

-- Chiefs Sign One --
Thu Mar 12, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL Insider Jordan Schultz reports the Kansas City Chiefs have signed free-agent CB Kader Kohou.

-- Chiefs Re-Sign One --
Tue Mar 10, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Kansas City Chiefs have re-signed ERFA WR Nikko Remigio.

-- Patrick Mahomes Watch --
Tue Mar 10, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Kansas City Chiefs are hopeful QB Patrick Mahomes (knee) will be close to being himself by Week #1 of the 2026 season.

-- Chiefs Re-Sign Tyquan Thornton --
Mon Mar 9, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Kansas City Chiefs have re-signed WR Tyquan Thornton to a two-year, $11 million contract with a max value of $14 million.

-- Chiefs Sign Alohi Gilman --
Mon Mar 9, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Kansas City Chiefs have agreed to sign free-agent S Alohi Gilman to a three-year, $24.75M contract.

-- Chiefs Re-Sign Travis Kelce --
Mon Mar 9, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports veteran free-agent TE Travis Kelce has now re-signed a one-year deal with the Kansas City Chiefs. He gets $12M in 2026 with a chance to make $15M.

-- Chiefs Sign Khyiris Tonga --
Mon Mar 9, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Kansas City Chiefs have agreed to sign free-agent DT Khyiris Tonga to a three-year, $21 million contract with $14 million guaranteed.

-- Chiefs Sign Kenneth Walker --
Mon Mar 9, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Kansas City Chiefs have agreed to terms with RB Kenneth Walker on a three-year, $43.05 million contract. The deal is worth up to $45 million and includes $28.7 million guaranteed.

-- Travis Kelce Watch --
Mon Mar 9, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports veteran free-agent TE Travis Kelce is now expected to return to the Kansas City Chiefs. That message has been delivered to teams who will want him. The likelihood here is that Kelce will do a one-year contract. That's where the negotiation is going.

-- Travis Kelce Motivated to Play in 2026 --
Sun Mar 8, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic’s Dianna Russini reports veteran free-agent TE Travis Kelce appears motivated to return for the 2026 season. This is based on conversations with several teams.

-- Chiefs Re-Sign James Winchester --
Sat Mar 7, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Kansas City Chiefs have agreed to terms to bring back LS James Winchester, per source, as he gets a one-year, $1.75 million fully guaranteed deal. This keeps him as the NFL’s highest paid long snapper.

-- Chiefs Release Jawaan Taylor --
Wed Mar 4, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Kansas City Chiefs have officially released OT Jawaan Taylor.

-- Chiefs Trade Trent McDuffie --
Wed Mar 4, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Los Angeles Rams have acquired CB Trent McDuffie from the Kansas City Chiefs in exchange for a 2026 1st-round draft pick (#29), a 5th-rounder, a 6th-rounder and a 2027 3rd-rounder.

-- Adios Jawaan Taylor --
Mon Mar 2, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Kansas City Chiefs have informed OT Jawaan Taylor that he will be released before the start of the league year barring a trade, per sources. Taylor’s release will save the Chiefs $20 million under the cap.

-- Travis Kelce Watch --
Tue Feb 24, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs GM Brett Veach says hopefully veteran TE Travis Kelce will return to the team in 2026. The team has had some good dialogue with the player.

-- Chiefs Release Mike Danna --
Mon Feb 23, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Kansas City Chiefs have released veteran DE Mike Danna.

-- Travis Etienne Eyeing Chiefs --
Sat Feb 21, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Kansas City Star reports impending free-agent RB Travis Etienne has legitimate interest in signing with the Kansas City Chiefs in free agency.

-- Travis Kelce Watch --
Fri Feb 20, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Kansas City Chiefs HC Andy Reid says there is communication with TE Travis Kelce. "That's the main thing. ...That means people want to move forward. I [think] that's where Travis is."

-- Adios Isiah Pacheco? --
Fri Feb 20, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports impending free-agent RB Isiah Pacheco is likely to sign elsewhere this offseason.

-- Civil Lawsuit Filed Against Rashee Rice --
Wed Feb 18, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

TMZ Sports reports Kansas City Chiefs WR Rashee Rice was accused of violent and abusive behaviors in a lawsuit filed by the mother of two of his children. Dacoda Jones this week reportedly filed a lawsuit accusing Rice of choking, strangling, scratching, hitting, and headbutting Jones over a 19-month period. The lawsuit also says Rice broke furniture and punched holes in walls during arguments with Jones. Much of the violent behavior occurred while Jones was pregnant, according to the lawsuit.

-- Patrick Mahomes Restructures --
Wed Feb 18, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Kansas City Chiefs have restructured QB Patrick Mahomes’ contract this week, lowering his salary cap number from $78.2 to $34.65 million for the upcoming season and creating $43.56 million in salary cap space.

-- Chiefs Name DeMarco Murray --
Thu Feb 12, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL Insider Jordan Schultz reports the Kansas City Chiefs have named DeMarco Murray RBs Coach.

-- Chiefs Want Travis Kelce Back in 2026 --
Sun Feb 8, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Kansas City Chiefs hope to have Pro Bowl TE Travis Kelce back for 2026, with plans to talk following Super Bowl LX.

-- Travis Kelce Watch --
Sat Feb 7, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic’s Dianna Russini reports many people close to Kansas City Chiefs TE Travis Kelce believe he will return for at least one more season.

-- Chiefs to Acquire or Draft a Starting RB --
Fri Jan 30, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Kansas City Chiefs are expected to have a new starting running back for the 2026 season.

-- Gardner Minshew Injury Update --
Wed Jan 28, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Kansas City Chiefs QB Gardner Minshew (knee) did not tear his ACL as initially feared, per source. It turned out to be a bone bruise that did not require any surgery. Minshew didn’t suffer any long-term damage to the knee and he already is back to full strength as he prepares to head to free agency.

-- Chiefs Want Travis Kelce to Return in 2026 --
Tue Jan 27, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Kansas City Chiefs owner Clark Hunt says the Chiefs certainly hope TE Travis Kelce will return in 2026. "There's no doubt in my mind that he can still play."

-- Chiefs Name Chad O'Shea --
Mon Jan 19, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Kansas City Chiefs have named Chad O'Shea WRs Coach.

-- Chiefs Rename Eric Bieniemy --
Mon Jan 19, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Kansas City Chiefs have renamed Eric Bieniemy Offensive Coordinator.

-- Chiefs Want to Interview Eric Bienemy --
Mon Jan 19, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Kansas City Chiefs are requesting permission to interview Bears RBs coach Eric Bienemy for their offensive coordinator job, per source.

-- Patrick Mahomes Rehab Update --
Thu Jan 15, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Kansas City Chiefs official website reports Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes (knee) said his doctor told him he could be ready to play in Week #1 of the 2026 season. Mahomes said that his rehab is going great so far. He is hitting all the checkpoints in terms of regaining strength and range of mobility. He said he should be able to do some stuff during organized team activities and hopes to do a lot in training camp.

-- Rashee Rice Accused of Domestic Abuse --
Wed Jan 7, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Kansas City Chiefs WR Rashee Rice’s ex-girlfriend Dacoda Nichole has accused him of eight years of domestic abuse, alleging ongoing violence, including while she was pregnant. Nichole posted 14 horrifying photos as “proof” of her allegations against Rice. The NFL will investigate this matter.

-- Chiefs Fire WRs Coach Connor Embree --
Wed Jan 7, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Kansas City Chiefs have fired WRs coach Connor Embree.

-- Travis Kelce Speaks on Possible Retirement --
Wed Jan 7, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

People Magazine reports Kansas City Chiefs TE Travis Kelce said today on his podcast that he's not ready to make a final decision regarding his playing future. Noting that he still has “a lot of love for the game,” Travis admitted that the retirement decision is “a tough thing to navigate.” “At the same time, if my body can heal up and rest up and I can feel confident that I can go out there and give it another 18, 20, 21-week run, I think, I would do it in a heartbeat," Kelce stated.

-- Travis Kelce to Mull Retirement --
Sun Dec 28, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Kansas City Chiefs TE Travis Kelce will take some time after the season to consider retirement. Kelce will not play for a team other than Kansas City if he chooses to keep playing for another season.

-- Chiefs IR Rashee Rice & Three Others --
Wed Dec 24, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Kansas City Chiefs have placed CB Trent McDuffie, WR Rashee Rice, WR Tyquan Thornton, and CB Jaylen Watson on injured reserve, ending their seasons.

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