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Chiefs’ defense, run game powers win over 49ers to remain undefeated: Key takeaways
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Chiefs’ defense, run game powers win over 49ers to remain undefeated: Key takeaways

New York Times  

By Nate Taylor, Matt Barrows and Cale Clinton The rematch of Super Bowl LVIII ended the same as it did in February, with the Kansas City Chiefs securing a commanding 28-18 victory over the San Francisco 49ers. Three different Chiefs defenders hauled in interceptions, the first three-interception game for Kansas City since Week 4 of 2020. Kittle’s six receptions for …

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Inside the rise of Leo Chenal, the Chiefs’ most underrated defensive player
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Inside the rise of Leo Chenal, the Chiefs’ most underrated defensive player

New York Times  

— The day was April 30, 2022, a sunny afternoon on which the Chiefs held a party inside Arrowhead Stadium for their season ticket holders on the final day of the NFL Draft. “It’s just an honor to be in that position and have more stress on your shoulders because it means trust you.” GO DEEPER How the Chiefs defense …

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Why the Chiefs’ defense, despite success, has struggled to cover one position
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Why the Chiefs’ defense, despite success, has struggled to cover one position

New York Times  

— Through three games, the Chiefs’ defense has accomplished plenty of positive results. If we can do that, I don’t think it would look nearly as bad as it comes out right now.” GO DEEPER No, the Chiefs don't have a Travis Kelce problem One of the most eye-popping statistics for the Chiefs this season is that they’ve allowed their …

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NFL playoffs: Key matchups to watch in the Ravens-Chiefs AFC Championship Game
11 months, 2 weeks ago

NFL playoffs: Key matchups to watch in the Ravens-Chiefs AFC Championship Game

New York Times  

Update: The Chiefs beat the Ravens 17-10 to earn a trip to the Super Bowl. Though Lamar Jackson has made some legitimate improvements as a passer this season under Monken, who has used a lot more 11 personnel, I’d expect the Ravens offense to look more like it did under former coordinator Greg Roman and try to run the ball …

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The Chiefs’ winning formula is to surround their immense star power with draft steals
11 months, 2 weeks ago

The Chiefs’ winning formula is to surround their immense star power with draft steals

Associated Press  

— The Kansas City Chiefs had not even made it through two plays against Buffalo in the divisional round of the playoffs when Mike Edwards, already playing in place of injured safety Bryan Cook, clashed helmets with Bills wide receiver Stefon Diggs and had to leave their game with a concussion. But in the latest example of how they’ve struck …

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What Steve Spagnuolo is doing to get most out of ‘young and hungry’ Chiefs defense
1 year, 3 months ago

What Steve Spagnuolo is doing to get most out of ‘young and hungry’ Chiefs defense

New York Times  

— As a group, the Kansas City Chiefs defenders know their job is not always finished after a successful stop on third down — especially when the opposing offense has the ball past midfield. In the Chiefs’ 17-9 win, the team’s last two defensive snaps featured dime personnel, the six defensive backs featuring three cornerbacks and three safeties. It's mostly …

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Facing Josh Allen and Bills’ potent WRs, young Chiefs DBs get biggest test yet
2 years, 2 months ago

Facing Josh Allen and Bills’ potent WRs, young Chiefs DBs get biggest test yet

New York Times  

— Just minutes after Monday’s prime-time game, a classic rivalry matchup in which the Chiefs rallied to beat the Las Vegas Raiders by just one point, safety Juan Thornhill was eager to share his initial thoughts about the next opponent on the team’s schedule: the Buffalo Bills. They kind of exposed our defense and made us look pretty bad, so …

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Chiefs’ surging defense, winning streak has been powered by a rejuvenated Frank Clark
3 years, 1 month ago

Chiefs’ surging defense, winning streak has been powered by a rejuvenated Frank Clark

New York Times  

— Steve Spagnuolo doesn’t remember the exact day. It wasn’t showing up in the stats, but it was helping us.” A month later, during the Chiefs’ four-game winning streak, Clark’s statistics matched his impressive performances. As part of a healthier and thriving defensive line — including defensive end Melvin Ingram and defensive tackles Chris Jones and Jarran Reed — Clark …

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How did the Chiefs’ defense improve? One reason can be found in the texts among their rambunctious linemen
4 years, 11 months ago

How did the Chiefs’ defense improve? One reason can be found in the texts among their rambunctious linemen

New York Times  

MIAMI — A few hours after Chiefs practice in the middle of December, Tanoh Kpassagnon knew he needed to make a request from his newest teammate. “It’s so important after work to hit up the D-line group chat and be like, ‘Hey, where are we meeting tonight?’” Kpassagnon said. It makes a difference.” The Chiefs’ defensive linemen understand why most …

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