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File-This Oct. 6, 2019, file photo shows New York Jets' Le'Veon Bell, right, rushing past Philadelphia Eagles' Rodney McLeod during the first half of an NFL football game in Philadelphia. The New York Jets have surprisingly released Bell, ending a disappointing tenure after less than two full seasons. The team issued a statement from general manager Joe Douglas on Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2020, in which he says the Jets made the move after having several conversations with Bell and his agent during the last few days and exploring trade options. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke, File)
Chiefs sign Le'Veon Bell 2 days after release from Jets

By Dave Skretta Oct. 15, 2020 09:13 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sunday, Oct. 14, 2018, file photo, New England Patriots linebacker Dont'a Hightower (54) pressures Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) as he tries to pass during the first half of an NFL football game in Foxborough, Mass. In three previous meetings with Kansas City's Patrick Mahomes, the Patriots defense has had its most success when it's been able to force turnovers and get pressure on him. But that's easier said than done against a quarterback who has yet commit a turnover this season and is completing a career-high 68% of his passes. (AP Photo/Steven Senne, File)
Patriots expecting unexpected in latest matchup with Mahomes

By Kyle Hightower Sep. 30, 2020 06:17 PM EDT

Kansas City Chiefs running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire (25) loses the ball as he is hit by Houston Texans safety A.J. Moore Jr. (33) in the second half of an NFL football game Thursday, Sept. 10, 2020, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Edwards-Helaire looks to build on starring debut for Chiefs

By Dave Skretta Sep. 15, 2020 12:02 PM EDT

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo throws during NFL football practice in Santa Clara, Calif., Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2020. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu, Pool)
49ers teammates back Garoppolo after Super Bowl loss

By Josh Dubow Sep. 10, 2020 06:50 PM EDT

Chiefs-Texans to open NFL season on Thursday night

By The Associated Press Sep. 09, 2020 02:54 PM EDT
HOUSTON (11-7) at KANSAS CITY (15-4) Thursday, 8:20 p.m. ET, NBC OPENING LINE — Chiefs by 9 SERIES...

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Mecole Hardman is seen on the big screen at Arrowhead Stadium during NFL football training camp Saturday, Aug. 29, 2020, in Kansas City, Mo. The Chiefs opened the stadium to 5,000 season ticket holders to watch practice as the team plans to open the regular season with a reduced capacity of approximately 22 percent of normal attendance. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Chiefs keep most of Super Bowl team intact on cut-down day

By Dave Skretta Sep. 05, 2020 05:37 PM EDT

Arrowhead Stadium rises beyond a mostly empty parking lot during an NFL football training camp Saturday, Aug. 22, 2020, in Kansas City, Mo. The Chiefs opened the stadium to 2,000 season ticket holders to watch practice as the team plans to open the regular season with a reduced capacity of approximately 22 percent or normal. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Chiefs aim for repeat after 1st Super Bowl title in 50 years

By Dave Skretta Aug. 27, 2020 03:58 PM EDT

Chiefs have pieces in place to defend Super Bowl title

By The Associated Press Aug. 26, 2020 12:19 PM EDT
KANSAS CITY CHIEFS (15-4) New faces: DE Taco Charlton, CB Antonio Hamilton, LB Darius Harris, P Tyler Newsome, OG Kelechi Osemele, OT Mike...

FILE - In this Jan. 27, 2020, filer photo, Kansas City Chiefs' Mecole Hardman (17) and Tyreek Hill (10) pose for a photo in Miami. The two Chiefs wide receivers have traded barbs about their speed ever since Hardman was chosen in the second round of last year's draft. Hardman and Hill both have world-class speed — that much was never in question — but just who was the fastest man in Kansas City wasn't settled until the two lined up in the team's indoor facility this past week. Hill won easily. Hardman copped to it on social media with a sad-face emoji. (AP Photo/Doug Benc, File)
Chiefs wide receivers showcase speed during indoor race

By Dave Skretta Aug. 11, 2020 12:22 PM EDT

FILE - In this Feb. 2, 2020, file photo, Kansas City Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes, left, and Tyrann Mathieu celebrate after defeating the San Francisco 49ers in the NFL Super Bowl 54 football game in Miami Gardens, Fla. Just about the only person in the world that seems to be having a good year is Patrick Mahomes. The Chiefs quarterback led his team to its first Super Bowl title in 50 years, was the game's MVP, signed a contract that could be worth a half-billion over the next decade and has grown confident enough in himself to speak out about issues that affect society as a whole.(AP Photo/David J. Phillip, File)
Chiefs star Mahomes having 2020 nobody will soon forget

By Dave Skretta Aug. 10, 2020 02:06 PM EDT

List of players to opt out of playing the 2020 NFL season

By The Associated Press Aug. 06, 2020 05:36 PM EDT
Players who have opted out of playing the 2020 NFL season because of the coronavirus: Arizona Cardinals — T Marcus Gilbert ...

FILE - In this Dec. 29, 2019, file photo, Green Bay Packers nose tackle Kenny Clark (97) watches from the sideline during the second half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions in Detroit. Packers defensive tackle Kenny Clark admits he's surprised at how many players are passing on 2020. Although he is not considering it, he understands why the number of NFL opts outs surpasses the total for Major League Baseball, the NHL and NBA combined. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson, File)
On Football: Opt outs should not have doubts or a deadline

By Barry Wilner Aug. 03, 2020 05:07 PM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 21, 2019, file photo, New York Jets inside linebacker C.J. Mosley warms up before an NFL football game against the New England Patriots in East Rutherford, N.J. Mosley has chosen to opt out for the NFL season because of family health concerns, two people familiar with the decision tell The Associated Press. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun, File)
AP sources: Jets LB C.J. Mosley opting out of NFL season

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Aug. 01, 2020 02:59 PM EDT

Fans wearing face masks to help protect against the spread of the new coronavirus take a selfie before the KBO league game between Doosan Bears and LG Twins in Seoul, South Korea, Sunday, July 27, 2020. Masked fans hopped, sang and shouted cheering slogans in baseball stadiums in South Korea on Sunday as authorities began bringing back spectators in professional sports games amid the coronavirus pandemic. (AP Photo/Ahn Young-joon)
The Latest: Lions place five players on COVID-19 list

By The Associated Press Jul. 29, 2020 05:27 PM EDT

FILE - In this Aug. 16, 2016, file photo, Denver Broncos nose tackle Kyle Peko (90) takes part in drills during the team's NFL football training camp in Englewood, Colo. Peko is opting out of the season because of the coronavirus. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)
On Football: NFL opt outs more prevalent than many expected

By Barry Wilner Jul. 29, 2020 03:22 PM EDT

After title, Chiefs believe they're primed for more success

Jul. 20, 2020 05:29 PM EDT
KANSAS CITY CHIEFS (15-4) CAMP SITE: Kansas City, Missouri LAST YEAR: Chiefs beat San Francisco 49ers to win first...

FILE - In this Monday, July 29, 2019, file photo, Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid watches a drill during NFL football training camp in St. Joseph, Mo. This was supposed to be the day that a bunch of wide-eyed rookies reported for their first training camp with the Kansas City Chiefs, lugging televisions and fans and other comfort items into the dormitories at Missouri Western State University. Instead, they were tested for COVID-19 and then sent home.(AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File)
Chiefs rookies report for training camp unlike any other

By Dave Skretta Jul. 20, 2020 02:11 PM EDT

In this still image from video provided by the NFL, Henry Ruggs III, center, gets ready to put on a Las Vegas Raiders cap after being selected by the team in the first round of the NFL football draft Thursday, April 23, 2020. (NFL via AP)
Broncos, Raiders, Chargers add speed to try to catch Chiefs

By Arnie Stapleton Apr. 28, 2020 11:56 AM EDT

TCU offensive lineman Lucas Niang speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2020. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Chiefs gamble on LB Willie Gay in second round, add T Niang

By Dave Skretta Apr. 24, 2020 10:06 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 7, 2019, file photo, LSU running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire (22) carries during the second half of the Southeastern Conference championship NCAA college football game in Atlanta. Edwards-Helaire was selected by the Kansas City Chiefs with the final pick of the first round of the NFL draft. (AP Photo/John Bazemore, File)
Super Bowl champion Chiefs pick LSU RB Edwards-Helaire

By Dave Skretta Apr. 24, 2020 01:28 AM EDT