KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The current path of perfection for the undefeated Chiefs goes through quarterback Case Keenum. The Houston Texans (2-4) on Thursday announced Keenum would start over T.J. Yates in place on an injured Matt Schaub (ankle, foot) for Week Seven’s contest at Arrowhead Stadium. Keenum entered the league in 2012 as an undrafted free agent out of …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Chiefs offense has been inconsistent, but the unit appears set to receive a boost before Sunday’s game against the Houston Texans. Tight end Anthony Fasano, who hasn’t played since suffering an ankle injury in Week Two, could return this week. “I’m pretty confident if I don’t have any setbacks,” Fasano said during Wednesday’s locker room …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Chiefs defense took home its third AFC Defensive Player of the Week on the season. Linebacker Tamba Hali earned the honor after a dominating performance of 3 ½ sacks and four tackles (three solo) in Week Six’s 24-7 win against the Oakland Raiders. On the season, Hali has 7 ½ sacks, which ranks for third-most …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Another week down, another victory notched on the Chiefs’ belt. But it’s no secret the Chiefs are primarily winning behind a defense currently tied or ranked first in numerous statistical categories, including points allowed per game (10.8), sacks (31), takeaways-giveaways (12), interceptions (10), fumble recoveries (8) and defensive touchdowns (3). While the Chiefs boast a perfect …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Chiefs starting left tackle Branden Albert was in and out of Sunday’s game against the Oakland Raiders dealing with knee and elbow injuries. But good news surrounding his status arrived Monday during coach Andy Reid’s weekly media session. “We think he’s going to be OK,” Reid said. “It doesn’t seem to be too severe.” Starting defensive …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – There’s been a buzz in the air throughout the week that arguably hasn’t been felt around these parts in a while. Of course, it’s not hard for a team and fans to be on a high entering Week Six with a perfect record, the first since the 2003 season when the Chiefs started 9-0. But the …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Chiefs list linebacker Justin Houston (concussion) as probable for Sunday’s game against the Oakland Raiders. Houston, who ranks second in the league with 8 ½ sacks, put in a full practice Friday after being limited Thursday and sitting out Wednesday’s session. But considering Houston is going through concussion protocols, Chiefs coach Andy Reid said Houston’s …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – It’s no secret as goes running back Jamaal Charles, so goes the Chiefs offense. Charles, who’s been battling blisters, returned to the practice field Thursday on a limited basis after sitting out Wednesday. And offensive coordinator Doug Pederson made it clear who commands the ball in the backfield. “Jamaal is the guy, he’s going to go,” …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The number of the week is six. The Chiefs (5-0) seek to improve to 6-0 when they host the Oakland Raiders (2-3) at Arrowhead Stadium in Week Six. Meanwhile, the Raiders have won six straight games at Arrowhead Stadium. “That’s ridiculous,” Chiefs long snapper Thomas Gafford said. “That’s going to stop this week. To lose to …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The NFL now has authority to compel teams to participate in HBO’s reality show Hard Knocks, Jason La Canfora of CBS Sports reports. “Teams that have appeared on the show in the last 10 years, reached the playoffs within two years, or have a new coach can opt out of the pool of potential teams for …
