Find all the latest Kansas City Chiefs news, analysis and top headlines from the week of August 7-13 on Chiefs Wire below:
Top Chiefs stories
Here are the most important storylines from this past week:
- The Chiefs lost to the Bears 19-14 in their first preseason game. Despite the loss, the Chiefs’ first-team offense looked crisp and the defense made some impressive plays.
- Unfortunately, the Chiefs didn’t come away from the game unscathed. Tight end Blake Bell and running back Derrick Gore suffered injuries during the game, and their future statuses are unclear.
- Speaking of injuries, the Chiefs had several players return from injury during training camp this past week. Tight end Jody Fortson, offensive lineman Price Tega Wanogho, defensive lineman Taylor Stallworth and receiver Daurice Fountain all returned to action. Cornerback Rashad Fenton was activated from the PUP list, which means he should be returning to action soon.
- Chiefs icon and Pro Football Hall of Fame QB Len Dawson’s health took a turn for the worse this week. Family members confirmed that Dawson has entered hospice care. They have asked for privacy and prayers during this difficult time.
- The Chiefs signed free agent defensive tackle Danny Shelton to a one-year deal. Coach Andy Reid seems to be happy about the signing. Shelton hasn’t suited up yet, but he should be coming soon.
- To clear up some roster room, the Chiefs parted ways with CB DeAndre Baker, giving him a chance to catch on with another squad.
- This will change throughout the preseason, but the Chiefs released their first depth chart for 90-man offseason roster.
Chiefs training camp started July 27. Here are takeaways and highlights from each day thus far:
- Day 13: Takeaways | Highlights
- Day 12: Takeaways | Highlights
- Day 11: Takeaways | Highlights
- Day 10: Takeaways | Highlights
- Day 9: Takeaways | Highlights
- Day 8: Takeaways
- Day 7: Takeaways
- Day 6: Takeaways | Highlights
- Day 5: Takeaways | Highlights
- Day 4: Takeaways | Highlights
- Day 3: Takeaways | Highlights
- Day 2: Takeaways | Highlights
- Day 1: Takeaways
Chiefs 2022 schedule preview series
Nicolas Roesch breaks down each Chiefs opponent in our 2022 schedule preview series. There will be 14 opponents, and he has covered 11 so far:
- Week 1: Arizona Cardinals
- Weeks 2 & 11: Los Angeles Chargers
- Week 3: Indianapolis Colts
- Week 4: Tampa Bay Buccaneers
- Weeks 5 & 18: Las Vegas Raiders
- Week 6: Buffalo Bills
- Week 7: San Francisco 49ers
- Week 9: Tennessee Titans
- Week 10: Jacksonville Jaguars
- Week 12: Los Angeles Rams
- Week 13: Cincinnati Bengals
More Chiefs stories
- Here’s what Chiefs HC Andy Reid thought of Isiah Pacheco’s preseason debut
- Chiefs’ Andy Reid, Patrick Mahomes pleased with results of preseason Week 1
- 5 underrated Chiefs performances in preseason Week 1 vs. Bears
- Chiefs stock watch: Which players impressed during preseason Week 1 vs. Bears
- Here’s how Chiefs rookie DE George Karlaftis felt about his first NFL game
- Best Twitter reactions from Chiefs’ preseason Week 1 loss to Bears
- WATCH: Chiefs S Justin Reid makes extra point vs. Bears
- WATCH: Blake Bell scores Chiefs’ first TD of preseason
- Here’s why Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes likes playing in preseason games
- WATCH: Chiefs rookie WR Skyy Moore mic’d up at training camp
- Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes, S Justin Reid recall their first preseason game
- Patrick Mahomes thinks Isiah Pacheco has tools to contribute in Chiefs’ offense
- WATCH: Chiefs TE Travis Kelce mic’d up at training camp
- Chiefs LB coach Brendan Daly provides update on Leo Chenal’s progress
- Chiefs to give RB Isiah Pacheco every chance to be starting kick returner
- Josh Gordon going ‘full throttle’ in pursuit of spot on Chiefs’ 53-man roster
- Joe Cullen thinks the Chiefs’ defensive line can be more productive in 2022
- Matt Nagy says Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes has grown as a leader
- Chris Jones finding balance in leadership role within Chiefs’ defense
- Joe Bleymaier explains Chiefs WR Skyy Moore’s early success in training camp
- WATCH: Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes hits crossbar with left-handed and behind-the-back passes
- 2022 Chiefs Schedule: Downloadable wallpaper
- Creed Humphrey optimistic Chiefs’ offensive line can be even better in 2022
- Mike Burton has helped Chiefs rookie RB Isiah Pacheco acclimate to the NFL
- WATCH: Chiefs rookie DE George Karlaftis mic’d up at training camp
- Skyy Moore: Running back?
- Here is why Andy Reid had Michael Vick at Chiefs training camp on Sunday
- Chiefs to waive DE Shilique Calhoun, sign DE Matt Dickerson
- Derrick Nnadi believes Chiefs DL coach Joe Cullen can elevate his game
- Chiefs OC Eric Bieniemy provides update on Ronald Jones’ progress
- Chiefs Wire Podcast: Chiefs training camp surprises
- WATCH: Chiefs S Justin Reid nails 65-yard field goal in practice
- Which parts of Chiefs RB Isiah Pacheco’s skill set will translate best to NFL?
- Dick Vermeil thankful for Chiefs organization in Hall of Fame speech
Chiefs' 2022 schedule
Preseason:
Week | Date | Opponent | Time | Results/Tickets |
1 | Saturday, Aug. 13 | @ Chicago Bears | Noon CT on KSHB-TV | Chiefs W/L |
2 | Saturday, Aug. 20 | vs. Washington Commanders | 3 p.m. CT on KSHB-TV | Tickets |
3 | Thursday, Aug. 25 | vs. Green Bay Packers | 7 p.m. CT on KSHB-TV | Tickets |
Regular season:
Week | Date | Opponent | Time | |
1 | Sunday, Sept. 11 | @ Arizona Cardinals | 3:25 p.m. CT on CBS | Tickets |
2 | Thursday, Sept. 15 | vs. Los Angeles Chargers (TNF) | 7:15 p.m. CT on Amazon Prime Video | Tickets |
3 | Sunday, Sept. 25 | @ Indianapolis Colts | Noon CT on CBS | Tickets |
4 | Sunday, Oct. 2 | @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers (SNF) | 7:30 p.m. CT on NBC | Tickets |
5 | Monday, Oct. 10 | vs. Las Vegas Raiders (MNF) | 7:15 p.m CT on ESPN | Tickets |
6 | Sunday, Oct. 16 | vs. Buffalo Bills | 3:25 p.m. CT on CBS | Tickets |
7 | Sunday, Oct. 23 | @ San Francisco 49ers | 3:25 p.m. CT on FOX | Tickets |
8 | Sunday, Oct. 30 | BYE | BYE | BYE |
9 | Sunday, Nov. 6 | vs. Tennessee Titans (SNF) | 7:20 p.m. CT on NBC | Tickets |
10 | Sunday, Nov. 13 | vs. Jacksonville Jaguars | Noon CT on CBS | Tickets |
11 | Sunday, Nov. 20 | @ Los Angeles Chargers | 3:25 p.m. CT on CBS | Tickets |
12 | Sunday, Nov. 27 | vs. Los Angeles Rams | 3:25 p.m. CT on FOX | Tickets |
13 | Sunday, Dec. 4 | @ Cincinnati Bengals | 3:25 p.m. CT on CBS | Tickets |
14 | Sunday, Dec. 11 | @ Denver Broncos (SNF) | 7:20 p.m. CT on NBC | Tickets |
15 | Sunday, Dec. 18 | @ Houston Texans | Noon CT on CBS | Tickets |
16 | Saturday, Dec. 24 | vs. Seattle Seahawks | Noon CT on FOX | Tickets |
17 | Sunday, Jan. 1 | vs. Denver Broncos | Noon CT on CBS | Tickets |
18 | Saturday / Sunday, Jan. 7 or 8 | @ Las Vegas Raiders | TBD CT on TBD | Tickets |