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Author: Nick Jacobs

Nostra Jacobs: Predicting the 2017 season

The Kansas City Chiefs head into their fifth season under Andy Reid and have yet to experience a losing season during his tenure. In 2017, they will face one of their toughest schedules to date based on strength of schedule. Kansas City’s opponents had a .576 winning percentage in 2016. The only team with a tougher schedule in the NFL …
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The Game Plan: Making a national statement

Thursday sets the stage for arguably the Chiefs’ biggest early season game since the Broncos traveled to Kansas City for a Thursday night affair in week two of 2015. The Chiefs would fall in that game 31-24 to the eventual Super Bowl champions. Kansas City would start the season 1-5 before rattling off 11 consecutive wins, including their first playoff …
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Predicting 2017 Chiefs 53-man roster: Version 3.0

The Chiefs have finished the preseason with roster decisions looming before the 3 p.m. CT deadline on Saturday. Here is a final projection of the 53-man roster based on the four preseason games. (PS) indicates the player would be a quality practice squad candidate if their eligibility allows it. Quarterbacks (3) 11 Alex Smith, 15 Patrick Mahomes and 9 Tyler …
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Breaking down Chiefs’ remaining positions of need

The Chiefs are just a little more than a week away from their season opener against the New England Patriots. There are still last-minute touches general manager Brett Veach and the scouting department can make in some potential areas of concern. Here are some areas to keep in mind before the 53-man roster and waiver claims this weekend. Backup swing offensive …
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Predicting 2017 Chiefs 53-man roster: Version 2.0

The Chiefs have now wrapped up three preseason games with roster cuts looming on Saturday. Here is a snapshot of the 53-man roster projection. These predictions are based on observations at multiple training camp practices and three preseason games. Quarterbacks (3) 11 Alex Smith, 15 Patrick Mahomes and 9 Tyler Bray Smith had some placement issues during the Seahawks game …
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Predicting 2017 Chiefs 53-man roster: Version 1.0

With the Chiefs first preseason game on the horizon, here is a snapshot at the 53-man roster projection. These predictions are based on observations at three training camp practices in pads. A PS designation means there is potential for them on the practice squad. The players jersey numbers are also included before their name. Quarterbacks (3) 11 Alex Smith, 15 …
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Predicting Chiefs’ 53-man roster: Version 3.0

The preseason came to a close on Thursday evening, and  Chiefs General Manager John Dorsey and Head Coach Andy Reid will have arguably one of the toughest cuts to date with the depth on this roster. A consideration to keep in mind is that former Chiefs offensive coordinator Doug Pederson is now with the Philadelphia Eagles and has previously worked …
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Predicting Chiefs’ 53-man roster: Version 2.0

Two preseason games are in the books along with the St.Joseph portion of training camp. Here is a look at the second edition of the 53-man roster projection. Quarterback (3): Alex Smith, Nick Foles and Tyler Bray Missing the cut: Aaron Murray Practice Squad: Kevin Hogan The Chiefs are likely set at quarterback with the three listed above. Foles is …
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Predicting Chiefs’ 53-man roster heading into first preseason game

These predictions are based on observations at three rookie minicamp, ten organized team practice activity days (OTA), three mandatory minicamp, and 14 training camp practices. Here is a snapshot at the 53-man roster projection. Quarterback (3): Alex Smith, Nick Foles and Kevin Hogan Traded or Missing the Cut: Tyler Bray and Aaron Murray The quarterback situation will be interesting over …
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Initial prediction of Chiefs’ 53-man roster heading into training camp

The predictions below are based on observations from three rookie camp practices, 10 days of organized team activities (OTAs) and three mandatory minicamp practices. QUARTERBACKS (3): Alex Smith, Kevin Hogan, Aaron Murray ON THE BUBBLE: Tyler Bray OUTLOOK: Rookie Kevin Hogan was the second-best quarterback during spring practices, showing touch, velocity, anticipation and accuracy. The fifth-round selection did not get the same amount of snaps …
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