KANSAS CITY, Mo. – From offense to defense through 15 games, the Chiefs epitomize the “next man up” mentality while dealing with an assortment of injuries on both side of the ball. That approach won’t change in Week 16 against the Cleveland Browns with the Chiefs now dealing with outside linebacker Tamba Hali’s thumb injury, which required surgery earlier in …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Chiefs are set to welcome back wide receiver/punt returner De’Anthony Thomas. Thomas, who hasn’t played since suffering a concussion in Week 11, put in a full practice Thursday for a second straight day and appears on track to resume his role on offense and special teams Sunday against the Cleveland Browns. And Thomas believes he is …
The Chiefs are just one win and a Steelers or Jets loss away from punching their ticket to the playoffs. Here’s how the Chiefs can complete their part of the task against the Cleveland Browns on Sunday at Arrowhead Stadium. 1. Controlled Rush The Chiefs will need to rush Johnny Manziel similar to Aaron Rodgers, Tyrod Taylor and Russell Wilson …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Chiefs safety Eric Berry’s incredible journey a little more than a year after being diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma received a high mark of recognition Tuesday night when the NFL announced Berry was named to the Pro Bowl. But while Berry appreciates the honor of making a fourth Pro Bowl in his sixth season, he has other goals. …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Chiefs outside linebacker Tamba Hali had surgery Tuesday to repair a broken right thumb, head athletic trainer Rick Burkholder said Wednesday. Hali sustained the injury at an unknown time during Week 15’s win over the Baltimore Ravens and dealt with swelling after the game. An X-ray conducted Monday showed Hali suffered a fracture, leading to Tuesday’s …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Rookie cornerback Marcus Peters totaled two interceptions, including one returned 90 yards for a touchdown, in the Chiefs’ 34-14 win over the Baltimore Ravens in Week 15. The NFL recognized his performance by naming Peters as the AFC Defensive Player of the Week. “That was real big,” Peters said. “It was just some plays that I …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Safety Eric Berry headlines a list of five Chiefs players, including four on defense, heading to the Pro Bowl, as announced Tuesday night by the NFL. Berry joins outside linebackers Tamba Hali and Justin Houston, and rookie cornerback Marcus Peters on defense. The lone offensive player for the Chiefs is tight end tight end Travis Kelce, …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Chiefs running back Spencer Ware, who suffered a rib injury in Week 14, was active in Week 15’s win over the Baltimore Ravens. Ware saw limited action, however, and logged just two special teams snaps with none on offense. Coach Andy Reid said Monday that Ware was available on offense for emergency purposes behind Charcandrick West …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Chiefs coach Andy Reid on Monday tackled a recent report that indicated outside linebacker Justin Houston likely will miss Kansas City’s remaining two regular-season games with a knee injury. “I haven’t heard that,” Reid said. “I think I would probably know that. That wasn’t coming from us.” ESPN’s Adam Schefter on Sunday morning became the second …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Chiefs are on the verge of standing alone. With a win Sunday over the Baltimore Ravens (4-9), the Chiefs (8-5) will establish an NFL record as the first team in league history to win eight straight games after a losing streak of at least five games. The Chiefs’ potential road to history, however, must first …
