KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The NFL can’t escape the debate because controversies are common during the 2015 season. Active officials apparently can’t agree; retired officials now paid as analyst have varying opinions; former and current players are confused; and fans throw their hands up in frustration over one simple question: What in the world constitutes a catch? “Each play is …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Chiefs defensive end Jaye Howard was fined $17,363 for roughing the passer in Week 12, according to a league spokesman. The penalty occurred late in the third quarter with the Buffalo Bills facing a third-and-9 at the Chiefs’ 32-yard line. Bills quarterback Tyrod Taylor completed a pass for 12 yards when Howard contacted Taylor with the crown of …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Outside linebacker Justin Houston (knee) headlines a quartet of Chiefs players ruled out for Sunday’s game against the Oakland Raiders. Houston suffered a hyperextended knee in Week 12 and did not practice the entire week. Linebacker Dee Ford (back, probable) is expected to start in Houston’s place and the second-year pro has coach Andy Reid’s confidence. …
Offensive, defensive and special teams keys for the Kansas City Chiefs (6-5) in Sunday’s game against the Oakland Raiders (5-6) at O.co Coliseum in Oakland. OFFENSE Balance and ball security – those have been the hallmarks of the Chiefs offense during the five-game winning streak. They’ll need the same type of performance if they expect to beat the Raiders in …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Former Kansas Jayhawks linebacker Ben Heeney has grown up fast since the Oakland Raiders selected him in the fifth round of the 2015 NFL Draft. The 23-year-old Heeney got engaged to his college sweetheart, Taylor Alderson, in July, and then the couple welcomed their son, Tatum, in late August. “It’s been a whirlwind for me,” Heeney …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Alex Smith does not play the quarterback position in the manner of Tom Brady, Aaron Rodgers or Drew Brees. Smith has never been that type of quarterback and never will be. Smith’s profile at the University of Utah and in the NFL with the San Francisco 49ers and now wearing the red and gold of the …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Chiefs offensive line appears on track to get healthier. Left tackle Eric Fisher (neck) returned to a full practice Thursday after being limited Wednesday, while left guard Jeff Allen (ankle) put in a limited practice after not practicing Wednesday. Rookie center Mitch Morse, however, missed a second straight day while recovering from a concussion. Joining …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Chiefs running back Charcandrick West returned to full practices the past two days after missing Week 12 with a hamstring injury. And he left no doubt how he feels about his health. “I’m good,” West said. “I’m ready to get back out there.” The second-year pro totaled 292 yards rushing and three touchdowns from Weeks 7-11 …
The Kansas City Chiefs can complete their first road sweep over the division since 1995 on Sunday against the Oakland Raiders and the first time under this division format that was created in 2002. Here’s how Coach Reid and the roster can make it happen. 1. Disrupt the timing Defensive coordinator Bob Sutton and the Chiefs’ 11th ranked passing defense …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Chiefs are likely to experience rotations along the offensive line as a trio of starters deal with injuries heading into Week 13. Left tackle Eric Fisher (neck) put in a limited practice Wednesday, while guard Jeff Allen (ankle) and rookie center Mitch Morse (concussion) did not practice. But quarterback Alex Smith isn’t concerned based on …
