Matt McMullen
@kcchiefsmatt.bsky.social
Senior Team Reporter for the Kansas City Chiefs
Six years ago tonight!
The first of five AFC titles and three Lombardis in a six-year span. I'll never forget that night (and there's more to come).
The first of five AFC titles and three Lombardis in a six-year span. I'll never forget that night (and there's more to come).
February 2, 2026 at 3:27 PM
Six years ago tonight!
The first of five AFC titles and three Lombardis in a six-year span. I'll never forget that night (and there's more to come).
The first of five AFC titles and three Lombardis in a six-year span. I'll never forget that night (and there's more to come).
"There's a lot of great players in this league, but not a lot of great finishers."
If you ever made it up to camp during Eric Bieniemy's time in KC, you probably remember him yelling "finish!" over and over again.
Here's where that mentality comes from ⤵️
If you ever made it up to camp during Eric Bieniemy's time in KC, you probably remember him yelling "finish!" over and over again.
Here's where that mentality comes from ⤵️
January 30, 2026 at 2:31 PM
"There's a lot of great players in this league, but not a lot of great finishers."
If you ever made it up to camp during Eric Bieniemy's time in KC, you probably remember him yelling "finish!" over and over again.
Here's where that mentality comes from ⤵️
If you ever made it up to camp during Eric Bieniemy's time in KC, you probably remember him yelling "finish!" over and over again.
Here's where that mentality comes from ⤵️
Creed Humphrey is one of six finalists for the inaugural "Protector of the Year Award."
The winner will be announced on February 5 at NFL Honors.
The winner will be announced on February 5 at NFL Honors.
January 29, 2026 at 7:09 PM
Creed Humphrey is one of six finalists for the inaugural "Protector of the Year Award."
The winner will be announced on February 5 at NFL Honors.
The winner will be announced on February 5 at NFL Honors.
“It was an opportunity to come home.”
Eric Bieniemy was fired up to be back in KC on Wednesday, and he’s ready to get to work ⤵️
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Eric Bieniemy was fired up to be back in KC on Wednesday, and he’s ready to get to work ⤵️
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Eric Bieniemy Outlines His Vision as Offensive Coordinator
Bieniemy returned to Kansas City this week
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January 29, 2026 at 2:35 PM
“It was an opportunity to come home.”
Eric Bieniemy was fired up to be back in KC on Wednesday, and he’s ready to get to work ⤵️
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Eric Bieniemy was fired up to be back in KC on Wednesday, and he’s ready to get to work ⤵️
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"We'll be disciplined and detailed in everything in how we handle our business. There's a standard of performance and excellence that will be expected.
- Eric Bieniemy on taking over as the Chiefs' OC
- Eric Bieniemy on taking over as the Chiefs' OC
January 28, 2026 at 8:21 PM
"We'll be disciplined and detailed in everything in how we handle our business. There's a standard of performance and excellence that will be expected.
- Eric Bieniemy on taking over as the Chiefs' OC
- Eric Bieniemy on taking over as the Chiefs' OC
"I'm fired up about this opportunity, and it's time to get back in the saddle."
- Eric Bieniemy on returning to Kansas City
- Eric Bieniemy on returning to Kansas City
January 28, 2026 at 7:59 PM
"I'm fired up about this opportunity, and it's time to get back in the saddle."
- Eric Bieniemy on returning to Kansas City
- Eric Bieniemy on returning to Kansas City
Coach Bieniemy is scheduled to speak with the media today at 2 pm CT.
The presser will stream live on the Chiefs' YouTube page.
The presser will stream live on the Chiefs' YouTube page.
January 28, 2026 at 4:15 PM
Coach Bieniemy is scheduled to speak with the media today at 2 pm CT.
The presser will stream live on the Chiefs' YouTube page.
The presser will stream live on the Chiefs' YouTube page.
"It’s good to get him back in the building. I think we all know the energy that Eric brings, and what he gives to a football team...There's nobody like EB on the field."
- Coach Reid on Eric Bieniemy returning to the Chiefs
- Coach Reid on Eric Bieniemy returning to the Chiefs
January 26, 2026 at 6:02 PM
"It’s good to get him back in the building. I think we all know the energy that Eric brings, and what he gives to a football team...There's nobody like EB on the field."
- Coach Reid on Eric Bieniemy returning to the Chiefs
- Coach Reid on Eric Bieniemy returning to the Chiefs
The Chiefs’ team awards, as voted on by the players:
Derrick Thomas (MVP): Patrick Mahomes
Mack Lee Hill (Rookie of the Year): Ashton Gillotte
Ed Block Courage Award: George Karlaftis
Derrick Thomas (MVP): Patrick Mahomes
Mack Lee Hill (Rookie of the Year): Ashton Gillotte
Ed Block Courage Award: George Karlaftis
January 24, 2026 at 3:43 PM
The Chiefs’ team awards, as voted on by the players:
Derrick Thomas (MVP): Patrick Mahomes
Mack Lee Hill (Rookie of the Year): Ashton Gillotte
Ed Block Courage Award: George Karlaftis
Derrick Thomas (MVP): Patrick Mahomes
Mack Lee Hill (Rookie of the Year): Ashton Gillotte
Ed Block Courage Award: George Karlaftis
Eric Bieniemy is officially back with the Chiefs as Offensive Coordinator, returning to the role he manned from 2018-22.
Welcome back, Coach EB!
Welcome back, Coach EB!
January 23, 2026 at 6:01 PM
Eric Bieniemy is officially back with the Chiefs as Offensive Coordinator, returning to the role he manned from 2018-22.
Welcome back, Coach EB!
Welcome back, Coach EB!
Creed Humphrey was named to the PFWA 2025 All-NFL team.
Travis Kelce joined Humphrey on the All-AFC squad.
Travis Kelce joined Humphrey on the All-AFC squad.
January 20, 2026 at 6:14 PM
Creed Humphrey was named to the PFWA 2025 All-NFL team.
Travis Kelce joined Humphrey on the All-AFC squad.
Travis Kelce joined Humphrey on the All-AFC squad.
"I want to be ready for Week 1. The doctor said I could be, [and while we] can't predict what's going to happen throughout the process, that's my goal.”
Patrick Mahomes shared an update on his rehab progress, and by the sounds of it, so far, so good.
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Patrick Mahomes shared an update on his rehab progress, and by the sounds of it, so far, so good.
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Patrick Mahomes Shares Update on His Injury Rehab: “It’s a Long Process, But I’m Excited for It”
Mahomes is eying Week 1 of the 2026 season as he works through his rehab
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January 16, 2026 at 4:22 PM
"I want to be ready for Week 1. The doctor said I could be, [and while we] can't predict what's going to happen throughout the process, that's my goal.”
Patrick Mahomes shared an update on his rehab progress, and by the sounds of it, so far, so good.
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Patrick Mahomes shared an update on his rehab progress, and by the sounds of it, so far, so good.
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"It's a long process, but I'm excited for it."
Patrick Mahomes spoke about his injury rehab so far and what his goals are moving forward.
Patrick Mahomes spoke about his injury rehab so far and what his goals are moving forward.
January 15, 2026 at 9:00 PM
"It's a long process, but I'm excited for it."
Patrick Mahomes spoke about his injury rehab so far and what his goals are moving forward.
Patrick Mahomes spoke about his injury rehab so far and what his goals are moving forward.
Patrick Mahomes says his rehab is going great so far, and the goal is to be ready for Week 1.
Plenty of work ahead, but sounds like the process is off to a great start.
Plenty of work ahead, but sounds like the process is off to a great start.
January 15, 2026 at 8:37 PM
Patrick Mahomes says his rehab is going great so far, and the goal is to be ready for Week 1.
Plenty of work ahead, but sounds like the process is off to a great start.
Plenty of work ahead, but sounds like the process is off to a great start.
Here's a look at some important dates to know over the next several months as the Chiefs' offseason gets underway ⤵️
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Here’s a Look at Some Important Dates on the 2026 NFL Offseason Calendar
The new league year kicks off on March 11
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January 13, 2026 at 6:22 PM
Here's a look at some important dates to know over the next several months as the Chiefs' offseason gets underway ⤵️
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Creed Humphrey was named an AP First-Team All-Pro for the second straight season.
It's the third overall AP All-Pro nod for Humphrey, who also earned Second Team honors in 2022.
It's the third overall AP All-Pro nod for Humphrey, who also earned Second Team honors in 2022.
January 10, 2026 at 2:27 PM
Creed Humphrey was named an AP First-Team All-Pro for the second straight season.
It's the third overall AP All-Pro nod for Humphrey, who also earned Second Team honors in 2022.
It's the third overall AP All-Pro nod for Humphrey, who also earned Second Team honors in 2022.
Travis Kelce won the Walter Payton Man of the Year Charity Challenge, doing so for the second year in a row (and third time overall).
A member of the Chiefs has now won the challenge in five of the last six years.
A member of the Chiefs has now won the challenge in five of the last six years.
January 7, 2026 at 5:01 PM
Travis Kelce won the Walter Payton Man of the Year Charity Challenge, doing so for the second year in a row (and third time overall).
A member of the Chiefs has now won the challenge in five of the last six years.
A member of the Chiefs has now won the challenge in five of the last six years.
"It was important that when they left here they understood what needs to be taken care of."
Coach Reid spoke about his message to the Chiefs' rookie class heading into the offseason.
Coach Reid spoke about his message to the Chiefs' rookie class heading into the offseason.
January 5, 2026 at 10:16 PM
"It was important that when they left here they understood what needs to be taken care of."
Coach Reid spoke about his message to the Chiefs' rookie class heading into the offseason.
Coach Reid spoke about his message to the Chiefs' rookie class heading into the offseason.
"He's doing great...He'll go ahead and stay here for the majority of the time rehabbing. He's been in there grinding."
- Coach Reid on Patrick Mahomes' injury rehab
- Coach Reid on Patrick Mahomes' injury rehab
January 5, 2026 at 9:28 PM
"He's doing great...He'll go ahead and stay here for the majority of the time rehabbing. He's been in there grinding."
- Coach Reid on Patrick Mahomes' injury rehab
- Coach Reid on Patrick Mahomes' injury rehab
With the 2025 season now in the books, the Chiefs' opponents for next year are finalized:
Home: Broncos, Chargers, Raiders, Cardinals, Colts, Jets, Patriots, 49ers
Away: Broncos, Chargers, Raiders, Bengals, Bills, Dolphins, Falcons, Rams, Seahawks
Home: Broncos, Chargers, Raiders, Cardinals, Colts, Jets, Patriots, 49ers
Away: Broncos, Chargers, Raiders, Bengals, Bills, Dolphins, Falcons, Rams, Seahawks
January 5, 2026 at 4:21 PM
With the 2025 season now in the books, the Chiefs' opponents for next year are finalized:
Home: Broncos, Chargers, Raiders, Cardinals, Colts, Jets, Patriots, 49ers
Away: Broncos, Chargers, Raiders, Bengals, Bills, Dolphins, Falcons, Rams, Seahawks
Home: Broncos, Chargers, Raiders, Cardinals, Colts, Jets, Patriots, 49ers
Away: Broncos, Chargers, Raiders, Bengals, Bills, Dolphins, Falcons, Rams, Seahawks
The Chiefs fall to the Raiders, 14-12.
Tough season for KC comes to an end, and the work on 2026 begins now.
Tough season for KC comes to an end, and the work on 2026 begins now.
January 5, 2026 at 12:27 AM
The Chiefs fall to the Raiders, 14-12.
Tough season for KC comes to an end, and the work on 2026 begins now.
Tough season for KC comes to an end, and the work on 2026 begins now.
Carlson knocks a 60-yard field goal through to give Las Vegas the lead.
LV 14, KC 12
8 seconds left in the game
LV 14, KC 12
8 seconds left in the game
January 5, 2026 at 12:24 AM
Carlson knocks a 60-yard field goal through to give Las Vegas the lead.
LV 14, KC 12
8 seconds left in the game
LV 14, KC 12
8 seconds left in the game
The Chiefs take the lead as Butker connects on a 41-yard field goal.
KC 12, LV 11
1:01 left in the game
KC 12, LV 11
1:01 left in the game
January 5, 2026 at 12:19 AM
The Chiefs take the lead as Butker connects on a 41-yard field goal.
KC 12, LV 11
1:01 left in the game
KC 12, LV 11
1:01 left in the game
Buechele finds Hollywood Brown for 51 yards down to the Raiders’ 23-yard line.
January 5, 2026 at 12:13 AM
Buechele finds Hollywood Brown for 51 yards down to the Raiders’ 23-yard line.
Harrison Butker is good from 47 yards.
LV 11, KC 9
3:33 left in the game
LV 11, KC 9
3:33 left in the game
January 5, 2026 at 12:07 AM
Harrison Butker is good from 47 yards.
LV 11, KC 9
3:33 left in the game
LV 11, KC 9
3:33 left in the game