Matt Derrick is the lead beat writer and publisher of Chiefs Digest. He joined Chiefs Digest in 2013 and became lead beat writer in 2016. He resides in Kansas City, Missouri.
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Chiefs placed Clyde Edwards-Helaire on the non-football illness list Monday, ensuring the running back will miss at least the first four games of the regular season. The decision comes after a series of intermittent absences for the 25-year-old throughout the preseason, including Sunday’s workout as the club prepares to host Baltimore in the season opener …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — As the offseason roster turnover from 91 players down to 53 takes shape and the 17-player practice squad takes shape, it’s time for the annual roster number shuffle as newcomers to the team gravitate toward newly freed numbers and players who status on the roster changes see the digits on their jersey change. For example, punter …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Chiefs launch their bid for an unprecedented third straight Super Bowl title Thursday night against the Baltimore Ravens, and they appear ready to do so with a relatively healthy roster. Head coach Andy Reid reported before Sunday’s practice that only receiver Hollywood Brown (sternoclavicular dislocation) would not practice. Running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire was also absent …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Chiefs signed 15 players to their 16-player practice squad Wednesday, all of whom were with the club during training camp and the preseason. Three wide receivers headline the list with Justyn Ross, Nikko Remigio and Montrell Washington staying in the organization. The team also signed Chukwuebuka Godrick to the practice squad with an International Player …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Here’s the Chiefs complete initial 53-player roster starting the 2024 season: Quarterback (2) Starter: Patrick Mahomes Backup: Carson WentzWaived: Chris Oladokun and Ian Book No surprises here. The only stunner would be if Oladokun doesn’t return on the practice squad. He’s well-versed in the offense and has an aggressive mentality to go with a strong arm. …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Chiefs added depth to their thin defensive end group Monday night by acquiring edge rusher Cameron Thomas in exchange for a seventh-round draft choice. Thomas has three sacks in his NFL career along with 20 solo tackles and 20 assists, including six tackles for a loss. He’s also been credited with seven quarterback hits, two …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — After a weekend of pouring through game film, analyzing scouting reports and meeting with the coaching staff, general manager Brett Veach and his personnel team must have an initial 53-player roster in place before 3 p.m. central time Tuesday. It’s a daunting task, and my final rosterology reflects the difficulty in making the final decisions on …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Chiefs general manager Brett Veach had a 53-player roster in mind heading into Thursday night’s matchup against Chicago, which culminated in a Bears victory that sent the Chiefs to a dismal 0-3 finish in the preseason. It’s hard to see any significant performances coming out of the game that would have affected the shuffling of the …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Center Creed Humphrey secured his financial future Thursday evening, and the Chiefs locked up a key member of their 2021 draft class and the anchor of their offensive line with a record-breaking contract extension. The deal cements Humphrey as the highest-paid center in the NFL, a league source confirmed. The $72 million, $50 million of which …
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. — The Chiefs are seeking a cornerback to stake their claim to the starting position opposite Trent McDuffie, and defensive backs coach Dave Merritt explained why he wants to see one of his young pupils separate themselves from the crowd. “You want someone to step up and be able to claim that position and not have a …