What’s happening in Chiefs Kingdom?
The Chiefs must put the Chris Jones situation behind them as they prepare to defend their Super Bowl title. Special teams always play an underrated role in each game, and we have the special teams breakdowns covered here at Chiefs Wire.
These are the top stories on this edition of Chiefs Check-in for the morning of Tuesday, September 5:
Chris Jones uncertainty continues
Jones’ teammates, as well as coach Andy Reid, are moving forward without Jones as the season approaches.
Chiefs looking to get kick return game back on track
Our Wesley Roesch previews the Chiefs’ new look kick return subunit.
Chiefs' kickoff coverage unit should remain solid
Roesch also previews the Chiefs’ kickoff coverage unit, which is almost always among the best in the NFL.
Chiefs ready to get everybody's best shot
Safety Justin Reid knows the Chiefs have a big target on their back, and they’re ready for the challenge.
Lions' running back Jahmyr Gibbs has the attention of Chiefs' defense
Linebacker Nick Bolton talked about preparing for the electric rookie Gibbs.
Around the AFC West
- The Broncos have opened as 4-point betting favorites against the Las Vegas Raiders.
- Raiders Wire named seven players who were recently cut who the Raiders should consider signing.
- Chargers Wire took a stab at projecting the Chargers’ Week 1 depth chart.
Around the NFL
- 12-year NFL veteran tight end Kyle Rudolph announced his retirement on Monday.
- Carolina Panthers defensive end Brian Burns missed his second consecutive practice on Monday as he seeks a new contract extension.
- Touchdown Wire has released their Week 1 NFL power rankings.
