What’s happening in Chiefs kingdom?
Mecole Hardman is returning to Kansas City, as the Chiefs swapped late-round picks in 2025 with the New York Jets to secure his services through the end of the season. Frank Clark is also potentially coming back to the Chiefs after rumors swirled that he will be at the team facilities for a physical on Thursday.
Take a look at those stories and more on this edition of Chiefs Check-in for the morning of Thursday, October 18.
Chiefs acquire Mecole Hardman in trade with the Jets
With the Chiefs wide receiver room leaving much to be desired, Kansas City traded its 2025 sixth-round selection for Hardman and a 2025 seventh-round pick. Hardman will be coming back to the Chiefs after signing a one-year deal with New York this past offseason.
Rumors: Frank Clark will be at Chiefs' facility on Thursday
It is rumored that free agent pass rusher Frank Clark is rumored to have an appointment at the Chiefs’ facility on Thursday for a physical.
Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce join interest in Formula 1 Team Alpine
Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce have become members of the ownership group of a Formula 1 team named Alpine.
ESPN's Stephen A. Smith ranks Chiefs as fourth-best team in the NFL
On his weekly power rankings on First Take, Stephen A. Smith had the Chiefs listed at fourth overall behind the likes of Detroit, San Francisco, and Miami.
Chiefs punter Tommy Townsend makes an appearance at fashion show
Tommy Townsend participated in the Chiefs Style Lounge, which is an event that celebrates women entrepreneurs.
Around the AFC West
- Chargers safety Raheem Layne is out for the season with a torn ACL suffered on Monday night in Los Angeles’ tilt against the Cowboys.
- Raiders QB Jimmy Garoppolo missed practice on Wednesday with a back injury.
- Broncos TE Greg Dulcich may return to injured reserve after aggravating a hamstring injury against the Chiefs.
Around the NFL
- Dolphins CB Jalen Ramsey returned to practice on Wednesday.
- Rams place RB Ronnie Rivers on the injured reserve; unsure if Kyren Williams will also be placed on the IR.
- Cardinals QB Kyler Murray and S Budda Baker were designated to return by Arizona.
- Lions QB Jared Goff wins NFC Offensive Player of the Week for his performance against Tampa Bay in week six.
- Eagles WR Devonta Smith and RT Lane Johnson both missed practice on Wednesday.
