Author: Matt Derrick
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.
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — During the Chiefs’ first full day on the ground in Arizona for Super Bowl LVII, the club made a much-anticipated roster move by adding running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire to the active roster and playing wide receiver Mecole Hardman on season-ending injured reserve. Edwards-Helaire started the season as the Chiefs’ No. 1 running back but slowly gave way …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Four Chiefs players remained on the sideline Friday as the Chiefs continued their Super Bowl preparations at home with less than 48 hours remaining before their departure for Phoenix and their trip to Super Bowl LVII. Cornerback L’Jarius Sneed (concussion protocol) and wide receivers JuJu Smith Schuster (knee), Mecole Hardman (pelvis) and Kadarius Toney (ankle/hamstring) did …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Chiefs wide receiver Mecole Hardman turned in a gritty performance in the AFC Championship game against Cincinnati. Still, it appears unlikely Hardman will be able to turn in an encore performance in Super Bowl LVII against Philadelphia. “I think it will be tough for him,” head coach Andy Reid said. “I doubt he will make the …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — After a 10-game absence, Chiefs wide receiver Mecole Hardman will make his return in this evening’s AFC Championship game against the Cincinnati Bengals. Hardman’s return to the lineup is a mild surprise. What isn’t a surprise is that quarterback Patrick Mahomes (ankle) and tight end Travis Kelce (back) are also active for the title clash. Chiefs …
KANSAS CITY, MO. — Patrick Mahomes and his right ankle sprained passed the first test on Wednesday but “thousand play Thursday” served as the bigger hurdle, and it’s one the quarterback cleared with apparent ease. Mahomes was a full participant in Thursday’s workout, which is the team’s most intense practice before Sunday’s AFC Championship game against Cincinnati. “I think progressively …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The NFL postseason has whittled down the final four teams remaining with a trip to the Super Bowl on the line this week yet it seems this week all eyes across the league are focused on the right ankle of Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes. And the high-ankle sprain is trending in the right direction according to …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — MVPat returned atop the NFL kingdom on Wednesday as Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes laid claim to the NFL Most Valuable Player award as selected by the Pro Football Writers of America. Minnesota Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson won the group’s award for offensive player of the year while defensive player of the year went to San Franciso …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Quarterback Patrick Mahomes and defensive tackle Chris Jones were among four Chiefs who earned All-NFL honors from the Pro Football Writers of America on Monday. Joining them on the All-NFL team were Travis Kelce and Tommy Townsend. The four selections on the team were tied with the San Francisco 49ers for the most All-NFL selections. It’s …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes left the team’s Divisional Round playoff game against Jacksonville with a right ankle injury. The club reported him as questionable to return but he did re-enter the contest on the opening drive of the second half. Mahomes suffered the injury late in the first quarter after getting hit in the backfield by …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — No surprises for the Chiefs appeared on the inactive list for Saturday’s Divisional Round playoff game against Jacksonville as Kansas City’s squad appears in strong health this late in the season. Wide receiver Mecole Hardman is the long regular starter on today’s inactive list. Hardman (pelvis) was ruled out by head coach Andy Reid on Thursday, …
