MANHATTAN, Kan. – There were plenty of smiles and hugs shortly after former Kansas State defensive end Ryan Mueller wrapped up his Pro Day workout on March 10. Mueller drove his truck a short distance from the indoor workout facility to the front of Bill Snyder Family Stadium to find his mother, Valerie, and sister, Caroline, patiently waiting on him. …
Matthew Reese’s knack for standing out developed at a young age when he grew up idolizing former Atlanta Falcons running back Jamal Anderson. He even imitated Anderson’s famous “Dirty Bird” touchdown dance to the delight of childhood friends and classmates. “As kids, we always want to be the guy that everybody knew,” Reese said with a laugh during a telephone …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Denver Broncos (9-3) dominated the Kansas City Chiefs (7-5) in all facets on Sunday, beating its AFC West rival 29-16. Chiefs quarterback Alex Smith completed 15-of-23 passes for 153 yards, two touchdowns and one interception. The cold weather on the road didn’t impact Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning in the slightest. Manning completed 17-of-34 passes for …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Kansas City Chiefs (7-3) outlasted the Seattle Seahawks (6-4) on Sunday, defeating the reigning Super Bowl champions 24-20. Chiefs quarterback Alex Smith completed 11-of-16 passes for 108 yards on the afternoon. He orchestrated most of the offensive damage via handoffs. Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson completed 20-of-32 passes for 178 yards and two touchdowns. Next up for …
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. – Chiefs coach Andy Reid isn’t one to put the spotlight on himself surrounding his accomplishments throughout a 16-year career as a head coach. He’s been there, done that, of course. Still, what he’s achieved after a bye week as an NFL coach deserves attention because there’s no arguing its impressive nature. Reid is now 14-2 (.875 …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The world record for loudest outdoor stadium resides once again at Arrowhead Stadium. The Chiefs reclaimed the record Monday night in the second quarter against the New England Patriots with a decibel reading of 142.2 decibels. “The fans,” coach Andy Reid said during his postgame media session, “they’re phenomenal. 142.2 decibel levels. “I never thought I …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Chiefs are making another attempt at the loudest outdoor sports stadium record. The team announced Wednesday a representative from the Guinness World Records, Philip Robertson, will be on hand when the Chiefs (1-2) host the New England Patriots (2-1) at Arrowhead Stadium on Monday night. The Chiefs previously set the record on Oct. 13, 2013 …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Chiefs will recognize a few players when they look across the field at the opposing sideline on Sunday. It’s an alumni party of sorts, as Tennessee Titans running back Dexter McCluster, kicker Ryan Succop, safety Bernard Pollard, running back Jackie Battle and defensive lineman Ropati Pitoitua once wore a Chiefs uniform. The attention Wednesday fell on …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – A single play from the 2013 playoffs remains fresh in Chiefs running back Cyrus Gray’s mind despite the passing months. The Chiefs faced a second-and-8 on the Indianapolis Colts’ 41-yard line while nursing a 10-point lead early in the fourth quarter. Gray lined up wide on the right side of the field. The cornerback pressed Gray …
