KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Oakland Raiders safety Charles Woodson’s accomplished 18-year NFL career comes full circle Sunday. Woodson, who announced on Dec. 21 he will retire at the end of the season, plays his final game on the same field where arguably a Pro Football Hall of Fame career began on Sept. 6, 1998 at Arrowhead Stadium. “I remember that …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Rookie cornerback Marcus Peters totaled two interceptions, including one returned 90 yards for a touchdown, in the Chiefs’ 34-14 win over the Baltimore Ravens in Week 15. The NFL recognized his performance by naming Peters as the AFC Defensive Player of the Week. “That was real big,” Peters said. “It was just some plays that I …
BALTIMORE – Defensive end Mike DeVito, a nine-year pro, knows defense having played on stout units with the New York Jets before signing a free-agent contract with the Chiefs in 2013. So, take DeVito’s word when he provided high praise of his teammates after Sunday’s 34-14 win over the Baltimore Ravens in a contest that saw the Chiefs score two …
The Kansas City Chiefs posted their eighth-straight win over the Baltimore Ravens, officially solidifying a third-straight winning season. The Chiefs (9-5) were in control all day, handedly defeating the Ravens (4-10) in Baltimore, 34-14. With the win, the Chiefs keep their lead in the Wild Card race against the New York Jets. HIGHS • Rookie safety Marcus Peters picked off Ravens …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Tyvon Branch sealed the Chiefs’ 34-20 win over the Oakland Raiders with an interception returned for a 38-yard touchdown late in the fourth quarter. That game-clinching effort earned the eighth-year safety recognition from the league. The NFL named Branch the AFC Defensive Player of the Week for Week 13, the league announced Wednesday. “It’s a blessing, man,” …
OAKLAND – Kansas City Chiefs safety Tyvon Branch made his return to the Bay area Sunday in emphatic fashion. A member of the Raiders for seven seasons (2008-14), Branch totaled four tackles (three solo) against his former team. But he also put the final nail in the Raiders’ coffin with an interception returned for a 38-yard touchdown late in the …
Rivalry games are always weird. The first installment of the Kansas City Chiefs versus the Oakland Raiders this season was no exception and the Chiefs pulled out their sixth straight win, 24-20. Fans and onlookers were left scratching their heads as special teams turned into special disasters for both squads. There were some bright spots and some not-so-bright spots in …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Chiefs defensive end Allen Bailey will miss a second straight game with a calf injury. The Chiefs officially ruled Bailey as out for Sunday’s game against the San Diego Chargers. Bailey missed all three days of practice in recent days. Two key members on defense, however, should be available, as cornerback Sean Smith (knee) and outside …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Outside linebacker Tamba Hali (knee) was back on the field for the Chiefs practice on Thursday. Hali missed the Wednesday session in what has become a standard schedule for him as he deals with inflammation on his left knee. Safety Tyvon Branch (foot) did not practice on Thursday due to the foot injury he suffered in …
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Chiefs began preparations for Sunday’s game against the San Diego Chargers without four starters. Starting left guard Ben Grubbs (neck), defensive end Allen Bailey (calf), linebacker Tamba Hali (knee) and cornerback Sean Smith (knee) did not practice Wednesday. Grubbs, in particular, has already been ruled out for Week 11’s game. The Chiefs continue to take …
