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Kansas City Chiefs owner backs kicker Harrison Butker forming PAC supporting ‘traditional values’
Read full article: Kansas City Chiefs owner backs kicker Harrison Butker forming PAC supporting ‘traditional values’Kansas City Chiefs owner Clark Hunt says he has no issue with kicker Harrison Butker forming a political action committee designed to encourage Christians to vote for “traditional values.”.
Chiefs' Isiah Pacheco likely headed for IR after hurting ankle, AP source says
Read full article: Chiefs' Isiah Pacheco likely headed for IR after hurting ankle, AP source saysChiefs running back Isiah Pacheco is likely headed for injured reserve after hurting his right ankle in the final minutes of Sunday’s win over the Cincinnati Bengals.
Butker hits a 51-yard winner for KC after penalty on Bengals safety keeps Chiefs alive
Read full article: Butker hits a 51-yard winner for KC after penalty on Bengals safety keeps Chiefs aliveHarrison Butker kicked a 51-yard field goal as time expired and the Kansas City Chiefs, kept alive by a pass interference call on Bengals safety Daijahn Anthony on fourth down in the final minute, rallied to beat Cincinnati 26-25.
How a small group of nuns in rural Kansas vex big companies with their investment activism
Read full article: How a small group of nuns in rural Kansas vex big companies with their investment activismAmong corporate America’s most persistent shareholder activists are 80 nuns in a monastery outside Kansas City.
Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker says he stands behind comments he made during polarizing speech
Read full article: Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker says he stands behind comments he made during polarizing speechKansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker said Wednesday he was “very intentional” in the comments he made during a polarizing college commencement speech in May and that he stands behind what he said then.
Chiefs make Harrison Butker the highest-paid kicker in the NFL
Read full article: Chiefs make Harrison Butker the highest-paid kicker in the NFLChiefs kicker Harrison Butker, who made the game-winning field goal in Kansas City’s Super Bowl victory two years ago, has agreed on a four-year contract extension that makes him the highest-paid kicker in the NFL.
Chiefs' Butker has no regrets about expressing his beliefs during recent commencement speech
Read full article: Chiefs' Butker has no regrets about expressing his beliefs during recent commencement speechKansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker has no regrets about expressing his beliefs in a recent commencement speech and he said he has received support as well as “a shocking level of hate” from others.
Chiefs' Mahomes: Butker entitled to his beliefs, even though the QB doesn't always agree with him
Read full article: Chiefs' Mahomes: Butker entitled to his beliefs, even though the QB doesn't always agree with himPatrick Mahomes said Wednesday that while he doesn’t agree with all the beliefs espoused by kicker Harrison Butker during a recent commencement address, the Chiefs quarterback respects his teammate’s right to make them be known.
NFL distances itself from Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker's comments during commencement speech
Read full article: NFL distances itself from Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker's comments during commencement speechThe NFL is distancing itself from Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker, saying “his views are not those of the NFL as an organization.”.
Why the speech by Kansas City Chiefs kicker was embraced at Benedictine College's commencement
Read full article: Why the speech by Kansas City Chiefs kicker was embraced at Benedictine College's commencementKansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker may have stirred controversy for his proclamations of conservative politics and Catholicism, but he received a standing ovation at the May 11 commencement ceremony at Benedictine College in Atchison, Kansas.
Chiefs kicker Butker congratulates women graduates and says most are more excited about motherhood
Read full article: Chiefs kicker Butker congratulates women graduates and says most are more excited about motherhoodKansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker is getting attention for comments he made during a commencement address at Benedictine College last weekend in which he congratulated the women receiving degrees, but then said most were probably more excited to get married and have children.
From doinks to SpongeBob, technology to play a huge role in the CBS presentation of the Super Bowl
Read full article: From doinks to SpongeBob, technology to play a huge role in the CBS presentation of the Super BowlThe doink cam is one of many innovations that CBS will use during Sunday’s NFL title game between Kansas City and San Francisco.
Analysis: Why will the Chiefs win the Super Bowl? Their vast experience
Read full article: Analysis: Why will the Chiefs win the Super Bowl? Their vast experienceThe biggest reason why the Chiefs will beat the 49ers for their third Super Bowl title in four trips over the past five years is quite simple: experience.
Patrick Mahomes leads Chiefs to 26-7 playoff win over Dolphins in near-record low temps
Read full article: Patrick Mahomes leads Chiefs to 26-7 playoff win over Dolphins in near-record low tempsPatrick Mahomes threw for 262 yards and a touchdown, leading the Chiefs to a 26-7 rout of the Dolphins in the fourth-coldest game in NFL history.
Harrison Butker hits 6 field goals, kicks Chiefs to AFC West title with 25-17 win over Bengals
Read full article: Harrison Butker hits 6 field goals, kicks Chiefs to AFC West title with 25-17 win over BengalsHarrison Butker was a career-best 6 for 6 on field-goal attempts, and Kansas City held the Bengals without a point over their final seven possessions in a 25-17 victory that clinched the Chiefs' eighth straight AFC West title.
Raiders stun sloppy Chiefs with 2 defensive TDs in 20-14 victory on Christmas Day
Read full article: Raiders stun sloppy Chiefs with 2 defensive TDs in 20-14 victory on Christmas DayLas Vegas got a pair of defensive touchdowns for the second straight week, and the resurgent Raiders held off the sloppy Kansas City Chiefs 20-14 on Monday to keep their postseason hopes alive.
Report: Footballs in New England were deflated. But don't blame the Patriots this time
Read full article: Report: Footballs in New England were deflated. But don't blame the Patriots this timeThe special teams footballs used in Sunday’s game between Kansas City and New England were reportedly underinflated.
Bills get go-ahead field goal late, take advantage of Chiefs penalty to hold on for 20-17 win
Read full article: Bills get go-ahead field goal late, take advantage of Chiefs penalty to hold on for 20-17 winJosh Allen threw for 233 yards with touchdowns running and throwing, the Buffalo Bills kicked a go-ahead field-goal with 1:54 to go and then hold on for a 20-17 win over the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday.
Inspired by high schooler, Jalen Carter nearly picked Patrick Mahomes' spike late in the first half
Read full article: Inspired by high schooler, Jalen Carter nearly picked Patrick Mahomes' spike late in the first halfInspired by video of a high school player picking off a quarterback’s spike, Eagles rookie Jalen Carter nearly did it to Patrick Mahomes before the end of the first half of Monday night’s game.
Mahomes throws TD pass, Kelce has big game with Swift watching again as Chiefs beat Broncos 19-8
Read full article: Mahomes throws TD pass, Kelce has big game with Swift watching again as Chiefs beat Broncos 19-8Patrick Mahomes threw for 306 yards and a touchdown, Harrison Butker kicked four field goals, and the Kansas City Chiefs held off the Denver Broncos 19-8.
Patrick Mahomes, Chiefs hold on to beat Jets 23-20 with Taylor Swift, Aaron Rodgers watching
Read full article: Patrick Mahomes, Chiefs hold on to beat Jets 23-20 with Taylor Swift, Aaron Rodgers watchingPatrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs shook off a subpar performance during which they blew a 17-point lead, but held on to defeat the New York Jets 23-20.
Unheralded group of Chiefs get redemption in Super Bowl hunt
Read full article: Unheralded group of Chiefs get redemption in Super Bowl huntThe Kansas City Chiefs are playing in the Super Bowl largely because they refused to give up on anyone, including players that few but their most-passionate fans know about.
Chiefs top Bengals 23-20 on last-second kick for AFC title
Read full article: Chiefs top Bengals 23-20 on last-second kick for AFC titlePatrick Mahomes scrambled for a first down on his badly sprained right ankle and then was shoved late out of bounds by Joseph Ossai, giving Harrison Butker a chance to kick a 45-yard field goal with 3 seconds left that gave the Kansas City Chiefs a 23-20 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals in the AFC title game.
Burrow tops Mahomes again, rallies Bengals past Chiefs 27-24
Read full article: Burrow tops Mahomes again, rallies Bengals past Chiefs 27-24Joe Burrow threw two touchdown passes and ran for another score, Samaje Perine rushed for a season-high 106 yards and the Cincinnati Bengals beat the Kansas City Chiefs 27-24 in their first meeting since the Bengals prevailed in last season’s AFC championship game.
Kelce scores 3 touchdowns, Chiefs rally past Chargers 30-27
Read full article: Kelce scores 3 touchdowns, Chiefs rally past Chargers 30-27Patrick Mahomes connected with Travis Kelce for their third touchdown of the game with 31 seconds remaining, and the Kansas City Chiefs rallied past the Los Angeles Chargers 30-27 to stay atop the AFC.
Mahomes helps Chiefs rally past Titans 20-17 in overtime
Read full article: Mahomes helps Chiefs rally past Titans 20-17 in overtimePatrick Mahomes ran for the tying touchdown and 2-point conversion late in the fourth quarter, Harrison Butker atoned for two earlier misses by kicking the go-ahead field goal in overtime, and the Kansas City Chiefs beat the Tennessee Titans 20-17.
Bills rally to beat Chiefs 24-20 in playoff rematch
Read full article: Bills rally to beat Chiefs 24-20 in playoff rematchJosh Allen threw for 329 yards and three touchdowns, including the go-ahead toss to Dawson Knox with 1:04 left in the game, and the Buffalo Bills beat the Kansas City Chiefs 24-20 on Sunday to exact a small measure of revenge for their epic overtime loss in last year’s playoffs.
Chiefs hold on for wild 30-29 victory over rival Raiders
Read full article: Chiefs hold on for wild 30-29 victory over rival RaidersPatrick Mahomes threw four touchdown passes to Travis Kelce, the Chiefs overcame an early 17-point deficit along with a dubious roughing-the-passer penalty, and Kansas City extended its mastery of the Las Vegas Raiders, holding on for a 30-29 victory.
Third-and-ugh: Chiefs vow to fix short-yardage woes in Indy
Read full article: Third-and-ugh: Chiefs vow to fix short-yardage woes in IndyLost in the drama of the Chiefs’ comeback win over the Chargers last week was the fact that Kansas City, with its star quarterback and offensive-minded head coach, had five opportunities on third-and-short and converted just once.
Chiefs rally past Chargers 27-24 in early AFC West showdown
Read full article: Chiefs rally past Chargers 27-24 in early AFC West showdownPatrick Mahomes threw two touchdown passes, rookie Jaylen Watson returned an interception 99 yards for the go-ahead fourth-quarter score, and the Kansas City Chiefs held on to beat the Los Angeles Chargers 27-24.
Chiefs' Mahomes still thrives on proving naysayers wrong
Read full article: Chiefs' Mahomes still thrives on proving naysayers wrongIt’s sometimes hard to believe that Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, for all that he’s accomplished during his young but brilliant NFL career, would carry such a considerable chip on his shoulder.
Chiefs' Reid critical of Arizona turf after 2 injuries
Read full article: Chiefs' Reid critical of Arizona turf after 2 injuriesChiefs coach Andy Reid criticized the field inside State Farm Stadium on Tuesday after two Kansas City players slipped on the turf and sustained injuries during their 44-21 win over the Arizona Cardinals last week.
Analysis: Nathaniel Hackett's headscratcher caps wild Week 1
Read full article: Analysis: Nathaniel Hackett's headscratcher caps wild Week 1The Denver Broncos acquired quarterback Russell Wilson from Seattle for three players and five draft picks and then gave him a huge contract before he'd taken a single snap in a game for them.
Bengals top Chiefs 27-24 in OT to clinch Super Bowl trip
Read full article: Bengals top Chiefs 27-24 in OT to clinch Super Bowl tripEvan McPherson kicked a 31-yard field goal in overtime after Joe Burrow kept his cool while leading a furious second-half comeback to get the Cincinnati Bengals to the Super Bowl for the first time in 33 years with a 27-24 victory over Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC championship game.
Chiefs' Mahomes exudes calm during most stressful moments
Read full article: Chiefs' Mahomes exudes calm during most stressful momentsThere was never a sense of panic for Patrick Mahomes as he stood on the sideline Sunday night, watching the Bills score yet another late touchdown to regain the lead with 13 seconds left in their divisional-round game against the Chiefs.
Bills fight valiantly in another playoff loss in Kansas City
Read full article: Bills fight valiantly in another playoff loss in Kansas CityJosh Allen walked off the field inside Arrowhead Stadium a year ago juggling the disappointment of an AFC tile game loss to the Chiefs with a profound sense of optimism about the future of his up-and-coming Buffalo Bills.
Chiefs rally past Buffalo 42-36 in OT in wild playoff game
Read full article: Chiefs rally past Buffalo 42-36 in OT in wild playoff gamePatrick Mahomes found Travis Kelce in the corner of the end zone early in overtime, and the Kansas City Chiefs rallied to beat the Buffalo Bills 42-36 on Sunday night in a dramatic finish to a wild divisional-round weekend.
Bolton's fumble return sparks Chiefs' 28-24 win over Broncos
Read full article: Bolton's fumble return sparks Chiefs' 28-24 win over BroncosThe Kansas City Chiefs beat the Denver Broncos 28-24 on Saturday thanks to an 86-yard fumble return by linebacker Nick Bolton in the fourth quarter that put them ahead for good.
Bengals rally past Chiefs 34-31, clinch AFC North title
Read full article: Bengals rally past Chiefs 34-31, clinch AFC North titleEvan McPherson kicked a 20-yard field goal as time ran out, and the Cincinnati Bengals earned their first AFC North title and postseason appearance in six years with a wild 34-31 win over the Kansas City Chiefs.
Chiefs rout stumbling Steelers 36-10 to clinch AFC West
Read full article: Chiefs rout stumbling Steelers 36-10 to clinch AFC WestPatrick Mahomes threw for 258 yards and three touchdowns, Byron Pringle caught two of the TD passes, and the Chiefs beat the Steelers 36-10 on Sunday to clinch their sixth consecutive AFC West title.
Chiefs add Tyreek Hill, others to growing COVID-19 list
Read full article: Chiefs add Tyreek Hill, others to growing COVID-19 listThe Kansas City Chiefs added wide receiver Tyreek Hill, cornerback Rashad Fenton and tight end Blake Bell to their growing COVID-19 list Tuesday that already included tight end Travis Kelce and kicker Harrison Butker.
Butker hits go-ahead FG with 1:07 left as KC beats Giants
Read full article: Butker hits go-ahead FG with 1:07 left as KC beats GiantsHarrison Butker hit a pair of fourth-quarter field goals, including the go-ahead 34-yarder with 1:07 left, and the Kansas City Chiefs scrambled their way to a 20-17 comeback win over the New York Giants.
The Latest: Brady, Bucs dominate Chiefs 31-9 in Super Bowl
Read full article: The Latest: Brady, Bucs dominate Chiefs 31-9 in Super Bowl___9:40 p.m.Tom Brady is closing in on a record seventh Super Bowl title as the struggles continue for Patrick Mahomes. The Kansas City Chiefs got another field goal to start the second half but are still seeking their first touchdown of the Super Bowl. ___7:45 p.m.Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs are off to a slow start in the Super Bowl. The Kansas City Chiefs’ goal-line stand has kept the Tampa Bay Buccaneers from adding to their 7-3 lead in Super Bowl 55. AdLocker room access is limited compared to previous Super Bowls, and Super Bowl week was much different.
Big offenses, overlooked defenses in AFC title game
Read full article: Big offenses, overlooked defenses in AFC title gameThe Kansas City Chiefs won their first NFL title since 1970 when they beat San Francisco in last year's Super Bowl. What we get Sunday is a matchup of dynamic offenses and overlooked defenses, the top two teams in the conference. Kansas City (15-2) has the confidence of a reigning champion and a charisma few NFL teams can match. That could provide an edge over Bills rookie Tyler Bass — except that Bass has been very reliable all season. Buffalo punter Corey Bojorquez and Kansas City rookie Johnny Townsend were two of the most dependable in the AFC.
After losing Mahomes, Chiefs and Henne hold off Browns 22-17
Read full article: After losing Mahomes, Chiefs and Henne hold off Browns 22-17Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Chad Henne celebrates after a run during the second half of an NFL divisional round football game against the Cleveland Browns, Sunday, Jan. 17, 2021, in Kansas City. – The Kansas City Chiefs had lost Patrick Mahomes to a concussion and were in danger of losing the game. With their star quarterback reduced to a spectator, the oft-forgotten bunch opposite Mahomes' high-powered offense forced the Browns to punt in the waning minutes. After the teams swapped field goals, with Butker breaking the Chiefs playoff record with a 50-yarder into the wind, the Browns marched for what could have been a momentum-swinging score heading into halftime. First, the Browns held the Chiefs when Mayfield threw an interception and Butker missed a field goal.
Chiefs clinch No. 1 seed when Falcons' Koo misses late FG
Read full article: Chiefs clinch No. 1 seed when Falcons' Koo misses late FGKansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce is tackled by Atlanta Falcons Foyesade Oluokun during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Kansas City. – All season, the prolific Kansas City offense had been putting the Chiefs in position to capture the No. And when the Pro Bowl kicker faded it right with 9 seconds remaining, the Chiefs had escaped, 17-14. Not to mention the Chiefs got their club-record 10th straight win and and the AFC's lone first-round playoff bye. They took the lead when Matt Ryan hit Laquon Treadwell for a 5-yard touchdown with 4:33 to go, then answered Mahomes' touchdown pass to Robinson by marching right down field again.
Mahomes, Chiefs clinch AFC West with 33-27 win over Dolphins
Read full article: Mahomes, Chiefs clinch AFC West with 33-27 win over Dolphins(AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs overcame a 30-yard sack, four turnovers and a 10-point deficit Sunday to clinch their fifth consecutive AFC West title by beating Miami 33-27 on Sunday. Xavien Howard made an interception for the fifth game in a row, and Mahomes’ interception total for the season rose to five. It was the Chiefs’ second consecutive comeback at Hard Rock Stadium, where they won the Super Bowl in February. He threw an interception, bobbled a snap and took the big sack to set up the Dolphins’ first touchdown. Dolphins: They play host Sunday to the New England Patriots, who won when the teams met in the season opener.
Chiefs rally to beat Broncos 22-16 to clinch playoff berth
Read full article: Chiefs rally to beat Broncos 22-16 to clinch playoff berthKansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) throws against the Denver Broncos in the second half of an NFL football game in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Dec. 6, 2020. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel )KANSAS CITY, Mo. Hill never argued when it was called incomplete, nor did Chiefs coach Andy Reid throw the red challenge flag. Instead, he quickly sent his punt team out and tried to pin the Broncos deep in their own territory. Chiefs: CB Antonio Hamilton had to be helped off the field after blocking on a punt return early in the fourth quarter.
Chiefs, Edwards-Helaire run away with 26-17 win over Bills
Read full article: Chiefs, Edwards-Helaire run away with 26-17 win over Bills“But if teams are going to play us like this, we’ve got to show we can run the football.”Mission accomplished. Led by Edwards-Helaire’s 161 yards rushing, the Chiefs finished with 245 — the most since Mahomes took over as starter in 2017. The Chiefs, who were originally scheduled to play three games in 11 days, wound up having two more days of rest than the Bills. During that drive, Buffalo’s Justin Zimmer stripped the ball from Edwards-Helaire at the Kansas City 30. Kansas City had four drives of 10 plays or more and dominated time of possession by more than 15 minutes.
Jimmy Garoppolo throws 3 TD passes, 49ers beat Rams 24-16
Read full article: Jimmy Garoppolo throws 3 TD passes, 49ers beat Rams 24-16(AP Photo/Tony Avelar)SANTA CLARA, Calif. – Jimmy Garoppolo threw three TD passes in the first half and Jason Verrett’s first interception in more than four years helped preserve the lead, giving the San Francisco 49ers a 24-16 victory over the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday night. San Francisco’s defense stepped up with some key stops in the second half. Verrett's interception was part of a rough day overall for Goff, who also missed an open Kupp on a deep ball earlier in the second half. Garoppolo found Kittle on a one-on-one matchup with Darious Williams on a fourth-and-2 play that turned into a 44-yard TD. INJURY REPORTRams:49ers: RB Raheem Mostert left in the second half with an ankle injury.
Unmasked: NFL fines coaches, teams for not covering faces
Read full article: Unmasked: NFL fines coaches, teams for not covering faces(AP Photo/Don Wright)NFL coaches thumbed their collective — and exposed — noses at the NFL’s mask mandate in Week 2. More coaches and clubs can expect similar punishments as the memo last week from Troy Vincent, who oversees the league’s football operations, was largely ignored throughout the weekend. Players, who, like the coaches, are subject to daily COVID-19 tests, are exempt from the face covering requirements. Some coaches such as Belichick, McDaniels and Steelers coach Mike Tomlin wore their masks or gaiters over their mouths but not noses. Others such as Carroll, Spagnuolo and Fangio wore their face coverings around their chins or necks, exposing both their mouths and noses.
Butker good from 58 in OT, Chiefs survive Herbert's LA debut
Read full article: Butker good from 58 in OT, Chiefs survive Herbert's LA debut(AP Photo/Ashley Landis )INGLEWOOD, Calif. – Harrison Butker wasn't nervous about his third attempt to kick a game-winning field goal in overtime for the Kansas City Chiefs. Butker connected from 58 yards with 1:55 remaining in overtime to give the Chiefs a 23-20 victory on Sunday. Butker’s game-winner was his third field goal of the day and his second from 58 yards, which tied a Chiefs record for distance. In overtime, Butker sent the ball through the uprights from 53 yards, but Kansas City was called for a false start. He also had four runs for 29 yards, including a 22-yard scramble on third-and-21 late in regulation to put the Chiefs into field goal range.
Chiefs begin title defense with 34-20 victory over Texans
Read full article: Chiefs begin title defense with 34-20 victory over TexansThat run includes a come-from-behind 51-31 victory over the Texans in the divisional round of the playoffs. The Texans' Deshaun Watson threw a touchdown pass and ran for another score, but he also was under relentless pressure and was intercepted once. The elusive Johnson finished it off by scampering 19 yards to the end zone for a 7-0 lead. Watson threw a touchdown pass and ran for a TD later in the quarter to make the final score a bit more respectable. The teams then stood together in a line that stretched from one end zone to the other for a moment of silence before the coin toss.