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FILE - Michigan defensive back Daxton Hill (30) plays during the second half of the team's NCAA college football game against Northwestern on Oct. 23, 2021, in Ann Arbor, Mich. The Kansas City Chiefs lost Charvarius Ward in free agency and could use someone with enough versatility to cover the slot. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio, File)
Chiefs head into draft with 2 first-round picks, 12 in all

By The Associated Press Apr. 22, 2022 11:42 AM EDT

FILE -Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster (19) is tackled by Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Dre Kirkpatrick (27) during the first half of an NFL football game in Pittsburgh, Monday, Sept. 30, 2019. The Kansas City Chiefs have agreed with former Steelers wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster on a $10.75 million deal for next season, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Friday, March 18, 2022. (AP Photo/Tom Puskar, File)
Chiefs suddenly among busiest NFL teams during offseason

By Dave Skretta Mar. 28, 2022 11:26 AM EDT

FILE -Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster (19) is tackled by Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Dre Kirkpatrick (27) during the first half of an NFL football game in Pittsburgh, Monday, Sept. 30, 2019. The Kansas City Chiefs have agreed with former Steelers wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster on a $10.75 million deal for next season, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Friday, March 18, 2022. (AP Photo/Tom Puskar, File)
AP source: Chiefs agree with Smith-Schuster on $10.75M deal

By Dave Skretta Mar. 18, 2022 04:59 PM EDT

FILE - Los Angeles Rams outside linebacker Von Miller (40) celebrates their victory against the Cincinnati Bengals in Super Bowl 56 on Feb. 13, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Steve Luciano, File)
Bills make it Von Miller-time in Buffalo; sign Howard, too

By John Wawrow Mar. 16, 2022 07:29 PM EDT

Chiefs have some key free agents they want to hold on to

By The Associated Press Mar. 10, 2022 11:13 AM EST
KANSAS CITY CHIEFS (14-6) UNRESTRICTED FREE AGENTS: FS Tyrann Mathieu, DT Jarran Reed, DT Derrick Nnadi, DE Alex Okafor, CB Charvarius Ward, CB Mike...

FILE - Miami Dolphins head coach Brian Flores during the second half of an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Fired Miami Dolphins Coach Brian Flores sued the NFL and three of its teams Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2022 saying racist hiring practices by the league have left it racially segregated and managed like a plantation. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee, File)
Pro Bowl players echo concerns brought by Flores' lawsuit

By Greg Beacham Feb. 05, 2022 08:50 PM EST

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce walks off the field after the AFC championship NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Jan. 30, 2022, in Kansas City, Mo. The Bengals won 27-24 in overtime. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Historic day for comebacks on conference championship Sunday

By Josh Dubow Feb. 02, 2022 02:51 AM EST

Cincinnati Bengals kicker Evan McPherson (2) kicks a 31-yard field goal during overtime in the AFC championship NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Jan. 30, 2022, in Kansas City, Mo. The Bengals won 27-24. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Chiefs look back on season of success that fell just short

By Dave Skretta Jan. 31, 2022 01:42 PM EST

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow, left, and wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase (1) celebrate after the AFC championship NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Jan. 30, 2022, in Kansas City, Mo. The Bengals won 27-24 in overtime. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
NFL Today, Championship Round

By The Associated Press Jan. 30, 2022 11:01 PM EST

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) walks off the field at the end of the AFC championship NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Jan. 30, 2022, in Kansas City, Mo. The Bengals won 27-24 overtime. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)
Chiefs win toss, but OT rules don't benefit KC this time

By The Associated Press Jan. 30, 2022 06:53 PM EST

Cincinnati Bengals safety Vonn Bell, left, intercepts a pass intended for Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill (10) as Bengals free safety Jessie Bates (30) defends during overtime in the AFC championship NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 30, 2022, in Kansas City, Mo. The Bengals won 27-24. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Mistakes on offense cost Chiefs 3rd straight Super Bowl trip

By Dave Skretta Jan. 30, 2022 06:47 PM EST

Cincinnati Bengals kicker Evan McPherson (2) kicks a 31-yard field goal during the second half of the AFC championship NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Jan. 30, 2022, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Bengals top Chiefs 27-24 in OT to clinch Super Bowl trip

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Jan. 30, 2022 06:30 PM EST

Tennessee Titans cornerback Janoris Jenkins (20) tackles Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase (1) during the second half of an NFL divisional round playoff football game, Saturday, Jan. 22, 2022, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/John Amis)
Young, hungry Bengals off to KC to face grizzled Chiefs

By Dave Skretta Jan. 28, 2022 10:57 AM EST

Graphic shows AFC and NFC team matchups and predicts outcome in conference championships; 3c x 2 3/8 inches
Rematches in conference title games. Same results? Read on

By Barry Wilner Jan. 28, 2022 10:45 AM EST

Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid, right, walks off the field after an NFL divisional round playoff football game against the Buffalo Bills, Sunday, Jan. 23, 2022, in Kansas City, Mo. The Chiefs won 42-36 in overtime. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Surprise: Bengals headed to Kansas City for AFC title game

By The Associated Press Jan. 28, 2022 10:34 AM EST

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) scrambles up field during the second half of an NFL divisional round playoff football game against the Buffalo Bills, Sunday, Jan. 23, 2022, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)
Chiefs' Mahomes exudes calm during most stressful moments

By Dave Skretta Jan. 27, 2022 03:43 PM EST

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) is sacked by Tennessee Titans defensive tackle Naquan Jones (90) during the first half of an NFL divisional round playoff football game, Saturday, Jan. 22, 2022, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/John Amis)
AFC Matchup: Newbie Bengals visit perennial contender Chiefs

By Barry Wilner Jan. 27, 2022 02:12 PM EST

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) walks off the field after an NFL divisional round playoff football game against the Buffalo Bills, Sunday, Jan. 23, 2022, in Kansas City, Mo. The Chiefs won 42-36 in overtime. (AP Photo/Colin E. Braley)
Winning ways: Are the Chiefs suddenly the NFL's new dynasty?

By Dave Skretta Jan. 26, 2022 02:01 PM EST

San Francisco 49ers cornerback Ambry Thomas (20) celebrates after catching an interception in overtime of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. The 49ers won 27-24. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
Rams hope 3rd time is a charm in NFC title matchup vs. 49ers

By Josh Dubow Jan. 26, 2022 02:21 AM EST

Los Angeles Rams' Johnny Hekker (6) celebrates after kicker Matt Gay (8) kicked the game-winning field goal against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the second half of an NFL divisional round playoff football game Sunday, Jan. 23, 2022, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Mark LoMoglio)
Analysis: Quartet of classics featured greatest toes on turf

By Arnie Stapleton Jan. 25, 2022 02:32 AM EST