What’s happening in Chiefs Kingdom?
We are just three days away from the Chiefs and Lions kicking off the 2023 NFL season. Kansas City is in the midst of their practice week and is still without star defensive tackle Chris Jones. Regardless, the Chiefs are preparing to beat Detroit and are staying focused on what they can control.
Here are the top stories on this edition of Chiefs Check-in for the morning of Monday, September 4:
Opening night festivities shouldn't distract K.C.
Coach Andy Reid assured everyone that the Chiefs will be solely focused on beating the Detroit Lions on Thursday night.
Wide receiver Kadarius Toney trending toward playing in opener
Quarterback Patrick Mahomes commented on the work Toney has put into recovering from his knee injury and how much Toney means to the Chiefs’ offense.
Lions know they face tall task facing Mahomes in Week 1
Lions’ coach Dan Campbell wants his defense to force Mahomes to “go backwards,” although he realizes that is easier said than done.
Mahomes continues to lead the NFL in unique stats
Mahomes is Pro Football Focus’ highest-graded quarterback in these two categories since 2020.
There could be a path to Chris Jones and K.C. agreeing on contract extension
NFL reporter Albert Breer believes that there is a deal to be done between the two sides.
Tight end Travis Kelce pleads Jones to return
Kelce had a message for Jones during his latest New Heights podcast.
Chiefs heavily favored to win AFC West yet again
PFF has overwhelmingly picked the Chiefs to win the AFC West for an eight-straight season.
Around the AFC West
- Broncos Wire examines if a trade for Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans could be a possibility for Denver.
- The Raiders have announced their 2023 team captains.
- Chargers’ offensive coordinator Kellen Moore assures that Austin Ekeler will be the workhorse running back for L.A. this season.
Around the NFL
- Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp suffered a setback with his hamstring injury and will see a specialist. He is expected to miss Week 1.
- The Pittsburgh Steelers signed right tackle Terence Steele to a 5-year, $86.8 million contract extension.
- Hall of Fame coach Bill Parcells has helped many of his ex-players with their finances over the years.
