Eric Berry
Kansas City Chiefs strong safety Tyrann Mathieu (32) intercepts a Denver Broncos quarterback Drew Lock pass in the first half of an NFL football game in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Dec. 6, 2020. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Chiefs' Honey Badger having best season of his career

By Dave Skretta Dec. 16, 2020 04:52 PM EST

FILE - In this Aug. 1, 2016, file photo, Baltimore Ravens guard Marshal Yanda, right, talks with quarterback Joe Flacco during practice at the NFL football teams training camp in Baltimore. Yanda was selected to the 2010s NFL All-Decade Team announced Monday, April 6, 2020, by the NFL and the Pro Football Hall of Fame. (AP Photo/Gail Burton, File)
8 unanimous picks for All-Decade Team include Brady, Watt

By Barry Wilner Apr. 06, 2020 12:42 PM EDT

FLE - In this Feb. 7, 2016, file photo, Denver Broncos' Peyton Manning, left, is sacked by Carolina Panthers' Luke Kuechly during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl 50 football game in Santa Clara, Calif. Next Monday, April 6, 2020, the Hall of Fame and the NFL will announce the roster for the 2010-19 All-Decade team. Kuechly is a possible pick at linebacker. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong, File)
All-Decade Team a dicey proposition, other than a few stars

By Barry Wilner Mar. 30, 2020 03:43 PM EDT

Kansas City Chiefs safety Tyrann Mathieu (32) intercepts a pass intended for Oakland Raiders tight end Darren Waller (83) during the first half of an NFL football game in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)
Mathieu, Clark turn gambles by Chiefs into wise investments

By Dave Skretta Jan. 15, 2020 04:38 PM EST

Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Alex Okafor (97) sacks Denver Broncos quarterback Drew Lock (3) during the first half of an NFL football game in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Dec. 15, 2019. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Led by Mathieu, Chiefs' defense becoming among NFL's best

By Dave Skretta Dec. 19, 2019 10:53 AM EST

Pittsburgh Steelers running back James Conner (30) shakes hands with Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) after a preseason NFL football game Saturday, Aug. 17, 2019, in Pittsburgh. The Steelers won 17-7. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
NFL 2019: Chiefs aim for Super Bowl with Mahomes at QB

By Dave Skretta Aug. 22, 2019 12:06 PM EDT

FILE - In this Nov. 19, 2018, file photo, Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill, right, celebrates after he caught a pass for a touchdown from quarterback Patrick Mahomes, left, during the first half of the team's NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams in Los Angeles. Mahomes has just about everyone back in his quest to get the Chiefs to their first Super Bowl in 50 years, including star receiver Hill, who was cleared to play by the NFL following an offseason domestic violence investigation. (AP Photo/Kelvin Kuo, File)
Chiefs Preview Capsule

By The Associated Press Aug. 22, 2019 12:03 PM EDT

FILE - In this July 29, 2019, file photo, Kansas City Chiefs defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo watches a drill during NFL football training camp, in St. Joseph, Mo. There's a good chance Juan Thornhill will start at safety for the Chiefs in Week 1. That bucks a trend not only for coach Andy Reid but also defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo when it comes to rookies.(AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File)
Chiefs eager to see rookies in first preseason game

By Dave Skretta Aug. 09, 2019 12:19 PM EDT

Kansas City Chiefs free safety Tyrann Mathieu (32) tackles wide receiver Cody Thompson (83) during NFL football training camp Friday, Aug. 2, 2019, in St. Joseph, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Chiefs counting on Clark, Mathieu to provide leadership

By Dave Skretta Aug. 05, 2019 12:43 PM EDT

Kansas City Chiefs defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo watches a drill during NFL football training camp Monday, July 29, 2019, in St. Joseph, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Chiefs hopeful that rebuilt defense comes together quickly

By Dave Skretta Jul. 30, 2019 01:19 PM EDT

Chiefs Training Camp Capsule

By The Associated Press Jul. 22, 2019 11:30 AM EDT
KANSAS CITY CHIEFS (13-5) OPEN CAMP: July 27, St. Joseph, Missouri LAST YEAR: First-year starter Patrick Mahomes shattered nearly every...

Chiefs' Jones skips minicamp in midst of contract dispute

By Dave Skretta Jun. 11, 2019 04:29 PM EDT
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Defensive tackle Chris Jones chose to skip the beginning of the Kansas City Chiefs' mandatory three-day minicamp Tuesday, the latest step in...

FILE - In this Monday, Sept. 10, 2018 file photo, New York Jets linebacker Darron Lee (58) runs the ball after an interception against the Detroit Lions during an NFL football game at Ford Field in Detroit. Two people with direct knowledge of the deal say the New York Jets have agreed to trade linebacker Darron Lee to the Kansas City Chiefs for a sixth-round draft pick, Wednesday, May 15, 2019. The deal is pending a physical, according to the people who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because neither team had announced the move. It also comes on the same day the team fired general manager Mike Maccagnan and installed coach Adam Gase as the acting GM. (AP Photo/Rick Osentoski, File)
AP sources: Jets, Gase trade Lee to Chiefs for 6th-rounder

By Dennis Waszak Jr. May. 15, 2019 09:49 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 23, 2018, file photo, Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) is tackled by Seattle Seahawks defensive end Frank Clark, right, during the second half of an NFL football game, in Seattle. The Kansas City Chiefs have agreed to acquire defensive end Frank Clark from the Seattle Seahawks in exchange for a first-round draft pick this year and a second-round pick in 2020. Almost immediately after word leaked of the trade on Tuesday, April 23, 2019, Clark and the Chiefs worked quickly to reach agreement on a five-year contract worth up to $105 million, according to a person with knowledge of the deal. The person spoke to The Associated Press on the condition of anonymity because the deal had not been announced by either team and was still pending a physical. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear, File)
Chiefs announce trade, signing of DE Clark to new deal

By Dave Skretta Apr. 25, 2019 06:24 PM EDT

FILE - In this Aug. 6, 2018, file photo, Seattle Seahawks defensive end Frank Clark signs autographs following NFL football training camp, in Renton, Wash. The Kansas City Chiefs have agreed to acquire defensive end Frank Clark from the Seattle Seahawks in exchange for a first-round draft pick this year and a second-round pick in 2020. Almost immediately after word leaked of the trade on Tuesday, April 23, 2019, Clark and the Chiefs worked quickly to reach agreement on a five-year contract worth up to $105 million, according to a person with knowledge of the deal. The person spoke to The Associated Press on the condition of anonymity because the deal had not been announced by either team and was still pending a physical.(AP Photo/Ted S. Warren, File)
AP source: Chiefs get Clark from Seahawks for draft picks

By Dave Skretta Apr. 23, 2019 02:55 PM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 6, 2018, file photo, Mississippi State defensive end Montez Sweat (9) forces Auburn quarterback Jarrett Stidham (8) to fumble as he attempts to pass during the second half of an NCAA college football game in Starkville, Miss. Sweat is a possible pick in the 2019 NFL Draft. (AP Photo/Rogelio V. Solis, File)
GM Veach gets to place stamp on Chiefs with his 1st draft

By Dave Skretta Apr. 18, 2019 04:01 PM EDT

Chiefs Draft Preview Capsule

By The Associated Press Apr. 18, 2019 11:32 AM EDT
29. KANSAS CITY (13-5) LAST SEASON: Chiefs rolled to third straight AFC West title thanks to second-year quarterback Patrick Mahomes, who shattered...

FILE - In this Dec. 13, 2018, file photo, Kansas City Chiefs defensive back Eric Berry (29) pauses during the first half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers in Kansas City, Mo. The Chiefs began free agency by cutting one of their most popular players in strong safety Eric Berry, who was a dynamic presence when he was healthy but had missed significant time throughout his career. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga, File)
Los Angeles Chargers at Kansas City Chiefs 12/13/2018

Apr. 11, 2019 08:52 AM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 2, 2018, file photo, New York Jets running back Isaiah Crowell carries the ball against the Tennessee Titans in the second half of an NFL football game, in Nashville, Tenn. The Jets have released running back Isaiah Crowell, an expected move after the team agreed to terms early Wednesday morning, March 13, 2019, with Le'Veon Bell.(AP Photo/Mark Zaleski, File)
The Latest: Jets agree to terms with CB Brian Poole

By The Associated Press Mar. 14, 2019 10:10 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 2, 2018, file photo, New York Giants wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. gestures prior to the team's NFL football game against the Chicago Bears in East Rutherford, N.J. Two people familiar with the blockbuster trade say the Cleveland Browns have agreed to acquire Beckham from the Giants. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig, File)
Slow down: Browns GM tempers expectations after Beckham deal

By Tom Withers Mar. 14, 2019 07:43 PM EDT