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File-This Sept. 15, 2019, file photo shows Chicago Bears offensive guard Kyle Long lining up during an NFL football game between the Denver Broncos and the Chicago Bears in Denver. The offensive line that the Kansas City Chiefs aggressively overhauled this offseason has taken a hit with a knee injury to veteran Long during voluntary workouts that could require surgery and keep him out of training camp. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey, File)
Chiefs lose OL Kyle Long to knee injury in voluntary workout

By Dave Skretta Jun. 10, 2021 02:56 PM EDT

FILE - American Team offensive lineman Trey Smith of Tennessee (73) watches during the American Team practice for the NCAA Senior Bowl college football game in Mobile, Ala., in this Thursday, Jan. 28, 2021, file photo. Tennessee guard Trey Smith says he has no problem explaining his situation, even a million times if he must. He played college football while dealing with a condition that can cause blood clots, and Smith says it’s unique. But he wants to play in the NFL, so he has no problem detailing the plan his doctors and specialists put together allowing him to do just that. (AP Photo/Matthew Hinton, File)
Chiefs believe late-round medical gambles could pay off big

By Dave Skretta May. 03, 2021 01:35 PM EDT

Cowboys add P Anger, TE Sprinkle for offseason competition

Apr. 07, 2021 05:14 PM EDT
FRISCO, Texas (AP) — The Dallas Cowboys signed punter Bryan Anger and tight end Jeremy Sprinkle on Wednesday, adding depth at both positions for offseason...

Chiefs bolster pass rush with deal for tackle Jarran Reed

Mar. 29, 2021 10:59 AM EDT
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs and defensive tackle Jarran Reed agreed to a $5 million, one-year contract that could be worth up to $7 million...

Cowboys bring back CB Jourdan Lewis, release P Chris Jones

Mar. 17, 2021 06:51 PM EDT
FRISCO, Texas (AP) — The Dallas Cowboys are bringing back cornerback Jourdan Lewis and have released punter Chris Jones, a starter for eight of his 10 years...

FILE - San Francisco 49ers offensive tackle Trent Williams (71) looks on prior to an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, in Glendale, Ariz., in this Saturday, Dec. 26, 2020, file photo. The San Francisco 49ers locked up their biggest potential free agent for the long term by agreeing to give star left tackle Trent Williams the richest contract ever for an offensive lineman. Williams' agents at Elite Loyalty Sports say the deal agreed to early Wednesday morning, March 17, 2021, will pay Williams $138.1 million over the next six years, surpassing the $138 million deal David Bakhtiari got from during last season. (AP Photo/Jennifer Stewart, File)
Some NFL veterans prosper as business season begins

By Barry Wilner Mar. 17, 2021 02:30 PM EDT

Kansas City Chiefs Defensive Tackle Chris Jones (95) stretching during NFL football practice Thursday, Feb. 4, 2021, in Kansas City, Mo. The Chiefs will face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Super Bowl 55. (Steve Sanders/Kansas City Chiefs via AP)
Chiefs, Thuney agree to 5-year deal as O-line rebuild begins

By Dave Skretta Mar. 15, 2021 01:54 PM EDT

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes passes under pressure from Tampa Bay Buccaneers outside linebacker Shaquil Barrett during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl 55 football game Sunday, Feb. 7, 2021, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
Chiefs head into offseason with core intact, plenty of holes

By Dave Skretta Feb. 08, 2021 02:32 PM EST

Kansas City Chiefs strong safety Tyrann Mathieu (32) and Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady speak during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl 55 football game Sunday, Feb. 7, 2021, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)
Chiefs lose composure and see red amid a sea of yellow

By Eddie Pells Feb. 07, 2021 10:26 PM EST

In this still image from video provided by the NFL, Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, left, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady speak during Opening Night for the NFL Super Bowl 55 football game Monday, Feb. 1, 2021. (NFL via AP)
Brady vs. Mahomes offers Super Bowl of contrasting styles

By Dave Skretta Feb. 06, 2021 03:04 AM EST

Kansas City Chiefs safety Tyrann Mathieu (32) during Super Bowl media night, Monday, Feb. 1, 2021, in Tampa, Fla. The Chiefs will face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Super Bowl 55. (Steve Sanders/Kansas City Chiefs via AP)
From players to pedigree, Chiefs edge on Bucs in all aspects

By Dave Skretta Feb. 05, 2021 12:18 PM EST

FILE - In this Jan. 17, 2021, file photo, Tampa Bay Buccaneers coach Bruce Arians, left, speaks with quarterback Tom Brady before the team's NFL divisional round playoff football game against the New Orleans Saints in New Orleans. Both Andy Reid and Arians are considered players’ coaches, though they do it in different ways. It's a quality that’s helped them reach the Super Bowl. (AP Photo/Brett Duke, File)
Storylines galore as Brady, Mahomes command Super Bowl stage

By Barry Wilner Feb. 04, 2021 04:40 PM EST

FILE - In this Sunday, Jan. 24, 2021, file photo, Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady reacts after winning the NFC championship NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers in Green Bay, Wis. The Super Bowl matchup features the most accomplished quarterback ever to play the game who is still thriving at age 43 in Brady against the young gun who is rewriting record books at age 25. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke, File)
Column: One number looms large in Super Bowl of numbers

By Tim Dahlberg Feb. 01, 2021 05:36 PM EST

FILE - In this Nov. 29, 2020 file photoKansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill (10) pulls in a 44-yard touchdown reception from quarterback Patrick Mahomes during the first half of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Tampa, Fla. Hill was unstoppable against Tampa Bay in late November. The speedy Kansas City star caught 13 passes for 269 yards and three touchdowns in the Chiefs' 27-24 victory that afternoon. Tampa Bay gets another shot at Hill and the Chiefs in the Super Bowl on Sunday, Feb. 7, 2021. (AP Photo/Jason Behnken, File)
Super rematch: Hill burned Bucs repeatedly in 1st meeting

By Mark Long Jan. 31, 2021 09:30 AM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady reacts after winning the NFC championship NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers in Green Bay, Wis., Sunday, Jan. 24, 2021. The Buccaneers defeated the Packers 31-26 to advance to the Super Bowl. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke)
Brady out to join Robertson, Robinson in exclusive club

By Arnie Stapleton Jan. 29, 2021 07:01 PM EST

Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Rashad Fenton celebrates on the bench during the second half of the AFC championship NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills, Sunday, Jan. 24, 2021, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Orlin Wagner)
Defending champion Chiefs building dynasty around core group

By Dave Skretta Jan. 29, 2021 03:51 PM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) holds the championship trophy after winning the NFC championship NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers in Green Bay, Wis., Sunday, Jan. 24, 2021. The Buccaneers defeated the Packers 31-26 to advance to the Super Bowl. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke)
Defense could be decisive in Super Bowl of dynamic offenses

By Barry Wilner Jan. 29, 2021 03:33 PM EST

Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones, left, tackles Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen during the second half of the AFC championship NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 24, 2021, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Orlin Wagner)
Chiefs toughen up on defense, punch ticket to Super Bowl

By Rob Maaddi Jan. 24, 2021 10:30 PM EST

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes runs on the field before the AFC championship NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills, Sunday, Jan. 24, 2021, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Reed Hoffmann)
Buffalo Bills at Kansas City Chiefs 1/24/2021

Jan. 24, 2021 05:30 PM EST

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill (10) catches a pass over Cleveland Browns cornerback Denzel Ward (21) during the second half of an NFL divisional round football game, Sunday, Jan. 17, 2021, in Kansas City. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
Big offenses, overlooked defenses in AFC title game

By Barry Wilner Jan. 22, 2021 01:07 PM EST