Every season brings NFL teams a signature loss and win. While there is no debating the Chiefs’ Week 1 inexplicable defeat to the Tennessee Titans qualifies as the former, Sunday’s comeback 17-13 victory over the Buffalo Bills applies to the latter. An argument, of course, can be made for Week 7’s 23-20 win against the San Diego Chargers. But the mental …
Points were at a premium Sunday afternoon at Ralph Wilson Stadium, as the Chiefs were in a defensive slugfest against the Buffalo Bills. The Chiefs entered the game ranked second in third down efficiency (51.9 percent), but struggled against the stout Bills defense, finishing the game converting 2-of-12 third downs. But the Chiefs (6-3) shook off the offensive hiccups and saved …
Chiefs inside linebacker Joe Mays and cornerback Chris Owens are not among the seven inactives for Sunday’s game against the Buffalo Bills. The Chiefs list as inactive the following players: Quarterback Aaron Murray, wide receiver Donnie Avery (groin), safety Daniel Sorensen, cornerback Jamell Fleming (hamstring), center Eric Kush, offensive lineman Laurent Duvernay-Tardif and linebacker Josh Martin (hamstring). Avery hasn’t played …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Fans of quick-strike offensive schemes in the modern NFL era likely aren’t too fond of the Chiefs’ methodical nature. There is nothing fancy about the grinding style on offense, but how the Chiefs conduct business by controlling the clock proves highly effective. Kansas City enters Week 10 ranked sixth in the league in time of possession …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Chiefs on Saturday activated veteran inside linebacker Joe Mays to the 53-man roster ahead of Sunday’s game against the Buffalo Bills. The 29-year-old Mays was projected to start at left inside linebacker prior to suffering the wrist injury during the second preseason game against the Carolina Panthers. The Chiefs placed the 5-11, 244-pound Mays on …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Chiefs will have to wait at least another week for wide receiver Donnie Avery’s return. The Chiefs list Avery (groin), cornerback Jamell Fleming (hamstring) and linebacker Jerry Franklin (hamstring) as out for Sunday’s game against the Buffalo Bills. Avery, who returned to the practice field the last two days in a limited fashion, did not …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Chiefs (5-3) put a three-game winning streak on the line Sunday against a familiar opponent, the Buffalo Bills (5-3). Despite being in different divisions, the Chiefs and Bills have played in each of the last six seasons and both bring identical records and similar styles of play into the matchup. Each team ranks in the top 10 in …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Chiefs strong safety Eric Berry came out of Week 9 without a setback after missing the previous five games with a high ankles sprain. Berry entered the game as a backup and logged 51 snaps (74 percent) out of the Chiefs’ 69 defensive plays against the New York Jets. While he’s apparently healthy, the Chiefs aren’t …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Chiefs added two players to Thursday’s injury report ahead of Sunday’s game against the Buffalo Bills. Starting cornerback Sean Smith appears with a groin injury, but is officially listed as putting in a full practice. He should be available Sunday barring a setback. Linebacker Frank Zombo, who contributes mostly on special teams, is listed as …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Chiefs on Thursday announced the team will host the Detroit Lions for a home game in London on Nov. 1, 2015. The announcement marks the first time in team history the Chiefs will participate in the NFL’s International Series played at Wembley Stadium. “It is an honor for Kansas City to represent the NFL on …