Chiefs trading CB L’Jarius Sneed to Titans for 2025 3rd-round pick, 2024 7th-round swap: Source
1 year ago

Chiefs trading CB L’Jarius Sneed to Titans for 2025 3rd-round pick, 2024 7th-round swap: Source

New York Times  

By Dianna Russini, Mark Puleo, Larry Holder, Nate Taylor and Joe Rexrode The Kansas City Chiefs are trading cornerback L’Jarius Sneed to the Tennessee Titans in exchange for a 2025 third-round pick and a 2024 seventh-round pick swap, a league source confirmed. The Chiefs, understandably though, wanted to receive draft picks for Sneed rather than just letting him join another team as the top player at his position in free agency. Almost four weeks ago, during the NFL combine, the Chiefs essentially notified every team that Sneed was available on the trade market. Trading Sneed creates $19.8 million in cap space, helping the Chiefs pursue their needs at left tackle, defensive end, receiver and running back.

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Rams GM Les Snead hopes to re-sign Kyren Williams: ‘We all want this to work out’
2 days, 4 hours ago

Rams GM Les Snead hopes to re-sign Kyren Williams: ‘We all want this to work out’

LA Times  

Rams running back Kyren Williams stiff arms Minnesota Vikings safety Camryn Bynum during the Rams’ wild-card playoff win in January. But talks with the agent for the Rams running back are on general manager Les Snead’s and vice president Tony Pastoors’ to-do list here in the next few days. “If it doesn’t happen this year, it doesn’t mean that Kyren’s …

Eagles send Gardner-Johnson to Texans. Vikings bolster offensive, defensive lines in NFL free agency
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3 weeks ago

Eagles send Gardner-Johnson to Texans. Vikings bolster offensive, defensive lines in NFL free agency

Associated Press  

The Philadelphia Eagles’ top-ranked defense is getting a major makeover a month after ending Patrick Mahomes’ bid to lead the Kansas City Chiefs to a third consecutive Super Bowl title. A day after defensive tackle Milton Williams and edge rusher Josh Sweat accepted offers to leave Philly via free agency, the Super Bowl champs agreed to send safety C.J. On …

Chiefs agree to 2-year, $20 million deal with veteran cornerback Kristian Fulton, AP source says
3 weeks ago

Chiefs agree to 2-year, $20 million deal with veteran cornerback Kristian Fulton, AP source says

Associated Press  

— The Kansas City Chiefs have agreed to a two-year, $20 million contract with former Titans and Chargers cornerback Kristian Fulton, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Tuesday. The Chiefs entered free agency in search of a veteran cornerback to solidify a defensive backfield that struggled when it lost cornerback Jaylen Watson to an injury …

Deals for QBs Darnold and Fields, pass rushers Williams and Sweat highlight start of NFL free agency
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Deals for QBs Darnold and Fields, pass rushers Williams and Sweat highlight start of NFL free agency

Associated Press  

The NFL champion Philadelphia Eagles are losing two of their defensive disruptors who pressured Patrick Mahomes in the Super Bowl. Defensive tackle Milton Williams agreed to a deal with New England worth $26 million annually and edge rusher Josh Sweat is heading to the Arizona Cardinals on a four-year, $76.4 million contract, people with knowledge of the terms told The …

Chiefs agree with middle linebacker Nick Bolton on 3-year, $45 million contract, AP source says
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3 weeks, 2 days ago

Chiefs agree with middle linebacker Nick Bolton on 3-year, $45 million contract, AP source says

Associated Press  

— The Kansas City Chiefs and linebacker Nick Bolton have agreed to a three-year, $45 million contract that keeps the quarterback of their defense out of free agency, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press on Sunday. Bolton’s best season came in 2022, when he made 180 tackles in 17 games while picking off a pair of …

Chiefs trading All-Pro offensive guard Joe Thuney to Bears for 2026 4th-round pick, AP source says
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Chiefs trading All-Pro offensive guard Joe Thuney to Bears for 2026 4th-round pick, AP source says

Associated Press  

— The Kansas City Chiefs are trading two-time All-Pro guard Joe Thuney to the Chicago Bears for a fourth-round pick in the 2026 draft, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press on Wednesday. The 32-year-old Thuney would have carried a salary cap number of nearly $27 million next season, unless the Chiefs could have worked out a …

Chiefs trading Joe Thuney to Bears for 2026 fourth-rounder: Sources
4 weeks ago

Chiefs trading Joe Thuney to Bears for 2026 fourth-rounder: Sources

New York Times  

By Dianna Russini, Nate Taylor, Kevin Fishbain and Adam Jahns The Kansas City Chiefs are trading All-Pro offensive lineman Joe Thuney to the Chicago Bears for a 2026 fourth-round pick, league sources said Wednesday. The Bears haven’t had an offensive lineman go to the Pro Bowl since 2018, and their drought without an All-Pro offensive lineman goes back to 2006. …

Why the Chiefs are optimistic about re-signing Pro Bowl guard Trey Smith
1 month, 1 week ago

Why the Chiefs are optimistic about re-signing Pro Bowl guard Trey Smith

New York Times  

INDIANAPOLIS — Last week, when the Chiefs were formulating their plans for a potentially seismic offseason, every NFL team received a memo from the league. “That could put Trey back into play.” Yes, the NFL informing teams that the league’s salary cap is projected to rise in 2025 — somewhere between $277.5 million and $281.5 million per club this offseason …

Expect Adam Peters, Commanders to gauge trade and free-agent market at NFL combine
1 month, 1 week ago

Expect Adam Peters, Commanders to gauge trade and free-agent market at NFL combine

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of the 2025 NFL Combine. Washington’s roster revamping approach last year under general manager Adam Peters was evident quickly. This year, the Commanders’ roughly 30 free agents mean Peters and company face a heavy transactional lift again — which may begin with releasing two-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle Jonathan Allen. Already flush with salary-cap space …

Chiefs’ offseason to-do list: Protect Patrick Mahomes, retain Trey Smith and more
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Chiefs’ offseason to-do list: Protect Patrick Mahomes, retain Trey Smith and more

New York Times  

— Well before they left the field at the Caesars Superdome, several Chiefs players shared season-ending hugs. One of the wildest statistics of the Chiefs’ dynasty is this: The Chiefs have started a different left tackle in each of their five Super Bowl appearances over the last six years. GO DEEPER Chiefs give Travis Kelce until mid-March to decide NFL …

Chiefs’ mounting injuries becoming an obstacle on the road to a three-peat
4 months ago

Chiefs’ mounting injuries becoming an obstacle on the road to a three-peat

New York Times  

— Kansas City Chiefs owner Clark Hunt has received several phone calls this season from coach Andy Reid, general manager Brett Veach or someone else in the football operation. “That’s one thing that is different than those other years where — I mean, you’re going to have injuries every year — but we avoided season-enders.” Injury luck has yet to …

Chiefs, D.J. Humphries agree to deal to boost offensive line depth: Source
4 months, 1 week ago

Chiefs, D.J. Humphries agree to deal to boost offensive line depth: Source

New York Times  

The defending Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs continue to add roster depth by agreeing to a one-year deal with offensive tackle D.J. In last week’s game, the Chiefs planned to shift left guard Joe Thuney to backup at left tackle if necessary. For the first time this season, rookie left tackle Kingsley Suamataia, the Chiefs’ 2024 second-round pick, was …

NFL trade grades: Commanders make deadline day splash by acquiring Marshon Lattimore
4 months, 4 weeks ago

NFL trade grades: Commanders make deadline day splash by acquiring Marshon Lattimore

New York Times  

NFL trade deadline day didn’t disappoint. The Los Angeles Rams traded cornerback Tre’Davious White and a 2027 seventh-round draft pick to the Baltimore Ravens for a 2026 seventh-round pick. Why they made the trade The Bengals became desperate for running back depth after a neck injury suffered last week ended Zack Moss’ season, leaving starter Chase Brown with very little …

Chiefs Make Strategic Moves to Improve Defense and Offense
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Chiefs Make Strategic Moves to Improve Defense and Offense

Associated Press  

The Chiefs continue their pursuit of a Super Bowl title by making low-risk, high-reward deals. They traded a conditional fifth-round draft pick to the Titans for DeAndre Hopkins, a three-time All-Pro wide receiver. They also sent a sixth-round pick in 2026 to the Patriots for Josh Uche, a 2020 second-round pick with a propensity for getting after the quarterback. These …

DeAndre Hopkins trade grades: Chiefs get Patrick Mahomes the help he desperately needed
5 months, 1 week ago

DeAndre Hopkins trade grades: Chiefs get Patrick Mahomes the help he desperately needed

New York Times  

The Tennessee Titans traded wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins to the Kansas City Chiefs for a conditional fifth-round draft pick that could become a fourth-rounder. Tight end Travis Kelce’s production has plummeted, burgeoning wide receiver Rashee Rice is down for the season and running back Isiah Pacheco is out for a while longer with a fractured fibula. The trade is not …

Chiefs looking for cornerback depth options at training camp
8 months ago

Chiefs looking for cornerback depth options at training camp

Associated Press  

— The Kansas City Chiefs know what they have with their No. “We certainly miss LJ, but somebody’s got to step up there and take that,” Chiefs defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo said. “It’s good for the young guys to get some reps in there,” Chiefs coach Andy Reid said. “It’s a lot of guys mixing in there, but somebody’s got …

Big-spending Titans see L’Jarius Sneed as key piece of revamped secondary
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Big-spending Titans see L’Jarius Sneed as key piece of revamped secondary

Associated Press  

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee Titans revamped their secondary with a pair of brand new starting cornerbacks, signing Chidobe Awuzie and trading with Kansas City for L’Jarius Sneed. “So I expect those guys to play, you know, really well.” The Titans introduced Sneed on Tuesday after capping a spending frenzy to start free agency. “That’s why I wanted to shoot …

Titans finalizing deal with Chiefs to acquire cornerback L’Jarius Sneed, AP source says
1 year ago

Titans finalizing deal with Chiefs to acquire cornerback L’Jarius Sneed, AP source says

Associated Press  

The Tennessee Titans are finalizing a deal to acquire cornerback L’Jarius Sneed from the Kansas City Chiefs for a pair of draft picks, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Friday night. The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the deal still requires Sneed to pass a physical and a new contract …

L’Jarius Sneed trade grades: Titans win big; what were Chiefs thinking?
1 year ago

L’Jarius Sneed trade grades: Titans win big; what were Chiefs thinking?

New York Times  

The Kansas City Chiefs traded star cornerback L’Jarius Sneed to the Tennessee Titans for a 2025 third-round NFL Draft pick. With Sneed, wide receiver Calvin Ridley, running back Tony Pollard, linebacker Kenneth Murray Jr. and some offensive line additions, the Titans are working to accelerate their rebuild around a young quarterback. The Titans and Chiefs almost had the trade for …

NFL teams scramble to catch K.C. as free agency begins -- but the Chiefs aren’t standing still
1 year ago

NFL teams scramble to catch K.C. as free agency begins -- but the Chiefs aren’t standing still

Associated Press  

Calvin Ridley is heading to the Tennessee Titans, the highlight of the official start of free agency Wednesday when teams began reshaping their rosters in a quest to unseat the two-time defending champion Kansas City Chiefs. Also Wednesday, the Washington Commanders continued rebuilding their defense by luring six-time Pro Bowl linebacker Bobby Wagner from Seattle, and Joe Flacco is headed …

The Chiefs restructure Patrick Mahomes’ contract for salary cap relief, AP source says
1 year ago

The Chiefs restructure Patrick Mahomes’ contract for salary cap relief, AP source says

Associated Press  

— The Kansas City Chiefs have restructured quarterback Patrick Mahomes’ contract, a person familiar with the decision told The Associated Press on Wednesday, giving the Super Bowl champions some much-needed salary cap space. Backup linebacker Drue Tranquill also signed a three-year, $19 million deal to return before Wednesday’s official start to free agency, and defensive tackle Mike Pennel returned to …

Patrick Mahomes restructures contract to create $21.6 million in cap space for Chiefs: Source
1 year ago

Patrick Mahomes restructures contract to create $21.6 million in cap space for Chiefs: Source

New York Times  

Less than 24 hours before the start of the NFL’s new league year, the Kansas City Chiefs made an expected move to create the necessary salary-cap space to continue building their roster for next season in the hopes of becoming the first franchise to win three consecutive Super Bowls. The Chiefs converted $27 million of quarterback Patrick Mahomes’ contract to …

Chiefs, All-Pro DT Chris Jones finalize 5-year, $158.75M deal with $95M guaranteed
1 year ago

Chiefs, All-Pro DT Chris Jones finalize 5-year, $158.75M deal with $95M guaranteed

Associated Press  

— The Kansas City Chiefs finalized a five-year, $158.75 million contract with Chris Jones on Monday, keeping the All-Pro tackle in the middle of their defensive line as they chase a record-setting third consecutive Super Bowl title. Now let’s get some more Super Bowl rings.” Jones turns 30 in July, so the Chiefs are gambling that there will be no …

Chiefs use franchise tag on cornerback L’Jarius Sneed as work on Chris Jones deal continues
1 year ago

Chiefs use franchise tag on cornerback L’Jarius Sneed as work on Chris Jones deal continues

Associated Press  

— The Kansas City Chiefs placed the franchise tag on L’Jarius Sneed on Monday, though it is uncertain whether that means one of the top cornerbacks due to hit free agency will remain with the Super Bowl champions next season. The Chiefs entered the offseason with Sneed and All-Pro defensive tackle Chris Jones preparing to hit free agency, and general …

With loads of money and draft picks, Rams GM Les Snead says: ‘We like to attack’
1 year, 1 month ago

With loads of money and draft picks, Rams GM Les Snead says: ‘We like to attack’

LA Times  

Rams general manager Les Snead did not make the trip to Indianapolis for the NFL Combine this year. “Definitely hoping Aaron is,” Snead said during a video conference with reporters, adding, “I know Aaron’s definitely approaching the offseason where he’s doing his normal getting away, somewhat trying to get revitalized, with the goal of playing good football.” Donald and quarterback …

Chiefs mulling whether to use franchise tag on Chris Jones or L’Jarius Sneed as deadline nears
1 year, 1 month ago

Chiefs mulling whether to use franchise tag on Chris Jones or L’Jarius Sneed as deadline nears

Associated Press  

The Kansas City Chiefs are weighing whether to use the franchise tag on All-Pro defensive tackle Chris Jones or star cornerback L’Jarius Sneed, though general manager Brett Veach said Tuesday he is hopeful both will be back next season. The two stalwarts of the Chiefs’ Super Bowl-winning defense would otherwise hit free agency next month. Sneed and Jones both could …

Chiefs’ offseason to-do list starts with L’Jarius Sneed and Chris Jones
1 year, 1 month ago

Chiefs’ offseason to-do list starts with L’Jarius Sneed and Chris Jones

New York Times  

— The offseason had already begun for the Kansas City Chiefs last week, even as the players and coaches were being cheered by adoring fans during the city’s parade for the Super Bowl LVIII champions. Bring back L’Jarius Sneed Yes, Jones is the better player, but Sneed is the Chiefs’ most fascinating unrestricted free agent. But if negotiations don’t progress …

With the Super Bowl on deck, the Chiefs also are preparing for big changes on the horizon
1 year, 1 month ago

With the Super Bowl on deck, the Chiefs also are preparing for big changes on the horizon

Associated Press  

HENDERSON, Nev. — The Super Bowl represents a natural ending point to the season, one for which every team in the NFL strives. The Chiefs have important players from their run headed into free agency, the word “retirement” follows Andy Reid and Travis Kelce wherever they go and while Patrick Mahomes and others are on long-term deals, many of his …

Jets trade WR Mecole Hardman to Chiefs, per source: Why New York agreed to the deal
1 year, 5 months ago

Jets trade WR Mecole Hardman to Chiefs, per source: Why New York agreed to the deal

New York Times  

By Dianna Russini, Zack Rosenblatt and Nate Taylor Hardman previously spent four seasons with the Chiefs after they selected him in the second round of the 2019 draft. Why New York agreed to the trade The Jets signed Hardman in free agency with the hopes that he could turn into a better, more athletic version of Braxton Berrios. Hardman spent …

Chris Jones and the Chiefs: What their 1-year deal means now and for the future
1 year, 6 months ago

Chris Jones and the Chiefs: What their 1-year deal means now and for the future

New York Times  

— The financial compromise that Chris Jones and the Kansas City Chiefs reached Monday afternoon was one that neither party anticipated making when negotiations began. Jones will earn $2 million if he plays at least 50 percent of the Chiefs’ defensive snaps, according to a league source. “I don’t know what got out of this, other than less money.” #Chiefs …

Chiefs, Chris Jones agree to 1-year deal, ending holdout: How it impacts his future in Kansas City
1 year, 6 months ago

Chiefs, Chris Jones agree to 1-year deal, ending holdout: How it impacts his future in Kansas City

New York Times  

The Kansas City Chiefs and All-Pro defensive tackle Chris Jones agreed to a new contract, the team announced Monday. Jones, 29, sat out all of the Chiefs’ offseason workouts and did not play in Kansas City’s season-opening loss to the Detroit Lions. GO DEEPER Why unsung hero of Chiefs' reign, Chris Jones, doesn't need credit — just Super Bowls The …

Chiefs gear up for opening night: Kadarius Toney in? Chris Jones out?
1 year, 6 months ago

Chiefs gear up for opening night: Kadarius Toney in? Chris Jones out?

New York Times  

— All of his equipment was in place, all of it ready in his locker for his arrival — his helmet, shoulder pads, knee braces, several cleats and a bunch of gloves. In the corner of the Kansas City Chiefs’ locker room inside their training facility, the team hoped Sunday that defensive tackle Chris Jones, their best defensive player, would …

Chiefs GM hopeful that All-Pro defensive tackle Chris Jones reports by opener next week
1 year, 7 months ago

Chiefs GM hopeful that All-Pro defensive tackle Chris Jones reports by opener next week

Associated Press  

— The Kansas City Chiefs have picked up communication with Chris Jones and his representatives in recent days, and general manager Brett Veach is optimistic the All-Pro defensive tackle will be on the field when the Super Bowl champions kick off the NFL regular season against Detroit next week. “We’re just going to keep working on this thing,” Veach said …

Chiefs 53-man roster projection: Justyn Ross, La’Mical Perine strengthen their cases
1 year, 7 months ago

Chiefs 53-man roster projection: Justyn Ross, La’Mical Perine strengthen their cases

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Chiefs vs. Lions in the NFL Week 1 opener. I just hope I can keep going with it.” La'Mical Perine breaks ALL the tackles on his way to the end zone 📺: #CLEvsKC on NFL Network 📱: Stream on #NFLPlus https://t.co/624TrfDUF6 pic.twitter.com/O4LqC4zhxh — NFL August 26, 2023 Wide receivers Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Skyy Moore, Kadarius …

Chiefs’ Andy Reid: ‘no communication’ with All-Pro defensive tackle Chris Jones amid holdout
1 year, 7 months ago

Chiefs’ Andy Reid: ‘no communication’ with All-Pro defensive tackle Chris Jones amid holdout

Associated Press  

— Chiefs coach Andy Reid said Wednesday there has been no communication with Chris Jones, one day after the All-Pro defensive tackle indicated on social media that his contract holdout could stretch well into the regular season. That’s how it works.” Jones posted a photograph of a chalkboard on social media Tuesday with the message, “If it’s out of your …

Chiefs 53-man roster projection: 7 receivers could stick, plus a new name on the D-line
1 year, 7 months ago

Chiefs 53-man roster projection: 7 receivers could stick, plus a new name on the D-line

New York Times  

— A year ago, the Kansas City Chiefs finished training camp without a significant injury, one of the underrated factors that help them become Super Bowl champions. As expected, Reid conducted another fully padded practice Tuesday, less than 48 hours after the Chiefs’ preseason opener against the New Orleans Saints. GO DEEPER The Chiefs' pass rush is lacking, plus more …

Chiefs open camp without star defensive lineman Chris Jones
1 year, 8 months ago

Chiefs open camp without star defensive lineman Chris Jones

Associated Press  

— The defending Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs held their first full-squad workout of training camp Sunday under a bright sunny sky and without All-Pro defensive tackle Chris Jones. “We’ll just see how things go here down the road,” Reid said following Sunday’s practice. I think they’ve done a fantastic job.” Daniel Wise, who entered the NFL from Kansas …

Chiefs’ All-Pro DT Chris Jones absent for start of mandatory minicamp
1 year, 9 months ago

Chiefs’ All-Pro DT Chris Jones absent for start of mandatory minicamp

Associated Press  

— All-Pro defensive tackle Chris Jones, who is entering the final year of his contract with the Kansas City Chiefs, was absent from the start of the Super Bowl champions’ mandatory three-day minicamp Tuesday. Chiefs coach Andy Reid is not expected to speak until Thursday, and the Chiefs did not make anyone else available to discuss Jones’ absence. In other …

AP source: Chiefs agree with OT Taylor on 4-year, $80M deal
2 years ago

AP source: Chiefs agree with OT Taylor on 4-year, $80M deal

Associated Press  

— Jawaan Taylor has agreed to an $80 million, four-year contract with the Kansas City Chiefs to replace Orlando Brown Jr. as the blindside protector for Patrick Mahomes, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press. The Chiefs used the franchise tag on Brown a year ago, when they could not agree to a long-term deal with …

Super Bowl-bound Chiefs are built around Patrick Mahomes
2 years, 1 month ago

Super Bowl-bound Chiefs are built around Patrick Mahomes

Associated Press  

— The Kansas City Chiefs are built around their half-billion dollar All-Pro quarterback, and for the past five years, Super Bowl-bound Patrick Mahomes has made everyone else around him all the more valuable. Yet the deal nevertheless creates a challenge in filling out the roster around him, and it’s one that Chiefs general manager Brett Veach confronted with savvy business …

What can the Chiefs expect from the 20 players in their contract year?
3 years, 8 months ago

What can the Chiefs expect from the 20 players in their contract year?

New York Times  

Most NFL players work with an understanding that their career is based on a year-to-year process, that earning their next contract is often based on how they perform during the current season. As such, this upcoming season will be critical to the players who will be tasked with performing while in a “contract year,” the phrase in the league in …

NFL free agency signing grades: Bucs, Antonio Brown like fit with new deal
3 years, 11 months ago

NFL free agency signing grades: Bucs, Antonio Brown like fit with new deal

New York Times  

With NFL free agency beginning March 17, this is where you can find analysis of every noteworthy deal that is signed. Grade: B March 26 The Ravens’ one-year deal with Sammy Watkins The Ravens are signing wide receiver Sammy Watkins to a one-year, $5 million deal, a source confirmed to The Athletic’s Jeff Zrebiec. Grade: C The Broncos’ one-year deal …

2021 NFL free agency news: Chiefs move swiftly to sign DT Jarran Reed
4 years ago

2021 NFL free agency news: Chiefs move swiftly to sign DT Jarran Reed

New York Times  

It has been a busy two weeks in the NFL as teams have worked hard to reload their rosters amid a big drop in the salary cap. Andrews, who reportedly signed a four-year deal to stay in New England, ranked 44th among the available free agents in the latest ranking from The Athletic’s Sheil Kapadia. Drake was ranked 78th among …

If I were Chiefs GM Brett Veach, Part 1: Cap casualties and contract extensions
5 years ago

If I were Chiefs GM Brett Veach, Part 1: Cap casualties and contract extensions

New York Times  

Ah, the NFL offseason, the time of year when every team gets a chance to reset, re-evaluate, reload and reconsider what direction their team is going. Keep safey Dan Sorensen I feel completely foolish typing this a year after advocating for the Chiefs to move on from Sorensen, only to see him become a hero during the team’s Super Bowl …

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