ST. JOSEPH, Mo. -- While the Chiefs' offensive coaching staff remains unchanged from a year ago, it's a completely rebuilt defensive group on the defensive side under new coordinator Steve Spagnuolo. Two of Spagnuolo's new assistants – linebackers…
Darwin Thompson is emerging as one of the more intriguing Chiefs players during training camp. So far he's showing the same bounce and explosiveness he demonstrated at Utah State, and looks like he could transition from a mere "chess piece" to a…
If any questions existed regarding Marcus Kemp's security on the Chiefs roster, he's answering them during training camp. Kemp remains one of coordinator Dave Toub's most valuable players on special teams, and now he's gaining greater confidence from…
Cody Thompson has emerged as the most promising of the Chiefs' three undrafted rookie receivers. He's consistently made plays, and looks like a definite practice squad candidate and an active roster possibility if injuries hit. Thompson and Rashard…
It will be very interesting to see how Darron Lee fits into the Chiefs' defense. Anthony Hitchens, Reggie Ragland and Damien Wilson are the starters in the base 4-3, with Hitchens and Wilson typically remaining on the field in sub packages. Lee and…
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. -- Despite a looming four-game suspension to start the season, newest Chiefs cornerback Morris Claiborne said he had options for where to play in 2019, but one reason stood out for choosing Kansas City. “They've got one of the best…
KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- On a night when the Chiefs offense showcased its speed and size in route to a 38-17 preseason win over the Cincinnati Bengals, leave it to Darwin Thompson, one of the smallest guys on the team, to make the biggest impact. “I…
KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- The Chiefs coaching staff evenly distributed playing time among the backups in Saturday night's 38-17 preseason win over the Cincinnati Bengals after the first-team units on both sides of the ball made token appearances. Tight end…
KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- The Chiefs open the 2019 preseason Saturday night against the Cincinnati Bengals, and there are more than a few compelling story lines to watch that will influence how the rest of the preseason plays out. The first game is mostly…
