KANSAS CITY, Mo. – There’s an area on offense that has become increasingly difficult to ignore as the Chiefs have gone through voluntary organized team activities (OTAs). And that’s the rapport between quarterback Alex Smith and wide receiver Dwayne Bowe, an attribute coach Andy Reid touched on last week when discussing Smith’s maturation in the system. “I think he’s more …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Chiefs defensive end Mike DeVito knows a thing or two about making the transition from playing football at a smaller college to the NFL. The eighth-year pro signed as an undrafted free agent out of Maine with the New York Jets in 2007 where he spent six seasons before joining the Chiefs last year as a …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Chiefs starting cornerback Sean Smith was arrested and cited for allegedly driving under the influence early Monday morning, according to a police report received from Darin Snapp, KCPD public information officer. Police said a patrol officer observed Smith on 10th Street and Grand Boulevard at approximately 12:24 a.m. attempting to make a left turn on 12th …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Chiefs closed out the second set of organized team activities (OTAs) Thursday, giving the team a total of six offseason workouts under their belts. Given a steady morning rain, the team moved indoors for Thursday’s session. But the dreary outdoor conditions didn’t affect the mood of coach Andy Reid, who appeared satisfied with the progress he’s …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Chiefs’ fifth day of organized team activities (OTAs) is in the books, and still no sign of outside linebacker Justin Houston and cornerback Brandon Flowers. But given the voluntary nature of the workouts, the Pro Bowl players don’t have to be at the Chiefs training facility until the mandatory minicamp on June 17-19. Also missing …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Chiefs wrapped up the first set of voluntary organized team activities Thursday, and coach Andy Reid was pleased with the past three days of work. “It’s good to get everybody out here and be able to put on our helmets and move around a little bit,” Reid said, “go offense vs. defense and get some …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Chiefs brought rookies and veterans together Tuesday and kicked off the initial set of voluntary organized team activities (OTAs). Still, the Chiefs were down five players, putting 85-of-90 on the practice field. Defensive tackle Risean Broussard (knee) and wide receiver Kyle Williams (knee) were absent due to injuries. Running back/specialist De’Anthony Thomas’ nonattendance didn’t cause …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Chiefs’ postseason may have ended on a disappointing note following a 45-44 first-round loss to the Indianapolis Colts. But the 2013 regular season brought numerous individual and team accomplishments to remember. Here are 10 moments likely to bring a smile or laugh when looking back at the past year. Week 2: Parker shines in single play Down 17-13 …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Welcome to a new phase of the NFL season for the Chiefs, or “the dance,” as coach Andy Reid called it Monday. Indeed, the Chiefs (11-5, No. 5 seed) enter the week preparing for Saturday’s Wild Card Round for a first-round playoff matchup against the Indianapolis Colts (11-5, No. 4 seed). “For us, it’s the start …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – It’s no secret the Chiefs pass defense has struggled since coming off a Week 10 bye. Under defensive coordinator Bob Sutton, the Chiefs incorporate press coverage, an in-your-face and may-the-best-player win attitude. And the Chiefs have the physical cornerbacks to do it with Brandon Flowers, Sean Smith and Marcus Cooper. “You try to be more aggressive …