INDIANAPOLIS – Thursday marked a return to the scene of a crime in some way. The last time the Chiefs were in Indianapolis, the Colts knocked them out of the playoffs with a stunning 45-44 win in the second-largest comeback in NFL playoff history. “It was a little rough last time, but we’re smoothing that over right now, right?” Chiefs …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Monday signals the start for NFL teams to identify franchise or transition players until the March 3 deadline. Utilizing a franchise tag effectively restricts a player from entering free agency and pays a salary based on the average of the top five at his respective position. The Chiefs, who franchised left tackle Branden Albert in 2013, …
A total of 335 draft prospects, including 85 underclassmen, have accepted invitations and are set to attend an annual week-long player evaluation process known as the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis. The assessments kick off Wednesday, Feb. 19 and run through Tuesday, Feb. 25 at Lucas Oil Stadium. It’s virtually the NFL’s version of a job interview, which includes team interviews, medical and …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Chiefs re-signed tight end Richard Gordon to a one-year contract earlier in the week, Gordon’s agent confirmed Friday in a phone interview. “We are excited about continuing with the Chiefs,” agent Alonzo Shavers said. “We look forward to contributing to Kansas City’s goal of a Super Bowl.” While terms of the deal weren’t disclosed, NFLPA records …
Independent investigator Ted Wells on Friday released a 144-page report on the Miami Dolphins’ workplace atmosphere. The report concludes Dolphins offensive linemen Richie Incognito, John Jerry and Mike Pouncey “engaged in a pattern of harassment directed at not only Jonathan Martin, but also another young Dolphins offensive lineman and an assistant trainer.” The NFL on Nov. 16, 2013 retained and …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – A decision on scheduled unrestricted free agent, Chiefs left tackle Branden Albert, has apparently been made. The Chiefs are expected to allow Albert to enter the open market in lieu of signing him to a long-term deal when free agency opens on March 11, Danny Parkins of 610 Sports Radio reports. Parkins also cited two unnamed …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Quarterback Alex Smith made his mark during the 2013 season and the Chiefs hope to keep him around beyond his current contract. Chiefs chairman and CEO Clark Hunt said during a Tuesday morning guest appearance on 610 Sports Radio that the team wouldn’t openly discuss contract negotiations in the public. But he said communication is now open between the …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Chiefs continue to tinker with the roster, but this time on the opposite end of signing a player. The Chiefs announced Friday the release of veteran cornerback Dunta Robinson after just one season. Robinson, who signed a three-year, $13.8 million free-agent contract with the Chiefs in March 2013, eventually gave way at the No. 3 …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Chiefs announced Thursday the hiring of Brock Olivo as assistant special teams coach. Prior to joining the Chiefs, Olivo spent the past two seasons as an assistant coach at Coastal Carolina where he coached running backs and assisted on special teams. Before becoming a member of the Coastal Carolina coaching staff, he coached running backs …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Chiefs have re-signed long snapper Thomas Gafford to a one-year contract, Gafford’s agent, Glenn Schawartzman, confirmed in an email. The Chiefs haven’t announced the signing, but the deal is worth $730,000, according to the NFLPA’s database. The signing represents a $15,000 increase from Gafford’s 2013 salary. Gafford, who has been with the Chiefs since 2008, was …
