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Chiefs release RB Larry Johnson

Given good blocking and a fresh start, Larry Johnson might still be the power-running Pro Bowler who had back-to-back 1,700-yard seasons for Kansas City. Complete Story...

Chiefs suspend RB Larry Johnson

Kansas City Chiefs running back Larry Johnson, who made two gay slurs within a 24-hour period, was given what amounts to a one-game suspension Wednesday night, but Johnson's agent said he would appeal.

Chiefs reach settlement with Johnson

The Kansas City Chiefs, apparently fearful of losing in arbitration, agreed Monday to cut Larry Johnson's suspension in half for making gay slurs.

Rivers throws 3 TD passes, Chargers bury Chiefs

Philip Rivers threw three touchdowns passes and LaDainian Tomlinson rushed for a season-high 71 yards while helping the San Diego Chargers trounce the hapless Kansas City Chiefs 37-7 on Sunday.

Bolts in trouble after loss to undefeated Broncos

The only two things keeping the San Diego Chargers out of last place in the AFC West are the Oakland Raiders and Kansas City Chiefs.

Panthers send 5th-rounder to Chiefs for DT Tyler

The Carolina Panthers added depth at their weakest position Monday, sending a 2010 fifth-round draft pick to the Kansas City Chiefs for defensive tackle Tank Tyler.

Chiefs cut victory party short, return to work

By the time their plane got airborne, all partying had ceased for the Kansas City Chiefs.

Portis returns quickly for longest gain of career

Running back Clinton Portis ran for a career-high 78 yards on his first carry after briefly leaving Washington's game against the Kansas City Chiefs with what the Redskins said was a sprained ankle.

Mopey in Missouri as both Rams, Chiefs struggle

This past Sunday, the final roar at Arrowhead Stadium wasn't from the legions of rabid, red-clad Kansas City Chiefs faithful. It was from Cowboys fans celebrating a game-winning 60-yard touchdown pass in overtime.

Chiefs get 1st win of season, beat Redskins 14-6

In the locker room, the quarterback presented the game ball to the rookie head coach, who was still wet from the celebratory sideline ice bath. The coach then gave the ball to Mr. Irrelevant, a player no longer worthy of his nickname.

With Pennington out, Dolphins get Thigpen

Chad Pennington's season officially ended with a trade that didn't involve him.

McNabb out vs. Chiefs, Kolb to start for Eagles

Donovan McNabb will not play against the Kansas City Chiefs because of a broken rib and Kevin Kolb will make his second straight start.

KC coach: Some positions still not set

Forty-eight hours before the Kansas City Chiefs launch their season in Baltimore, coach Todd Haley indicated he may have several positions besides quarterback where the starters were not set in stone.

Rams minimize big plays, beat Chiefs 17-9

In his first preseason game calling the plays, Kansas City Chiefs coach Todd Haley had just as much trouble finishing off drives as the man he replaced.

Chiefs release Amani Toomer, 2 others

The Kansas City Chiefs have released Amani Toomer, ending the veteran receiver's short-lived stint with the team.

Injured QB Cassel returns to Chiefs practice

Quarterback Matt Cassel appeared on Kansas City's practice field Monday for the first time since injuring his left knee on Aug. 29, but his status for Sunday's opener at Baltimore remained unclear.

QB's injury makes bad night even worse

The winless, worried and wounded Kansas City Chiefs launched a short work week Sunday while awaiting medical tests on quarterback Matt Cassel and cornerback Brandon Flowers.

Hasselbeck leads Seattle as KC loses Cassel

Matt Hasselbeck appeared to be in midseason form, completing a chest pass that would have made Rick Barry proud. The Seattle Seahawks didn't even need their newest player.

Note to L.T. naysayers — he’s healthy, mad

Pompei: When a running back who is on the doorstep of 30 has what could be termed the worst season of his NFL career, the vultures are going to circle. But LaDainian Tomlinson is just treating those vultures like extra defenders in the box.

Chiefs sign WR Toomer

Amani Toomer knew he still wanted to play, knew he still could play. Retirement was never an option.

Sackless Chiefs make changes

Led by one of the best pass rushers of a generation, the Kansas City Chiefs were once one of the NFL's best teams at getting to the quarterback.

Chiefs sign 3 draft picks

The Kansas City Chiefs have signed three more draft picks, leaving first-round pick Tyson Jackson as the only unsigned player headed into training camp.

Chiefs waive K Connor Barth

The Kansas City Chiefs have waived kicker Connor Barth, likely clearing the way for seventh-round draft pick Ryan Succop to be the team's starter this season.

AP source: Chiefs sign QB Cassel to long-term deal

A person close to the negotiations says the Kansas City Chiefs have signed quarterback Matt Cassel to a multiyear deal.

Chiefs sign 5th-round pick Colin Brown

The Kansas City Chiefs have signed their fifth-round draft pick, offensive tackle Colin Brown.

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Chiefs to get running game going in Week 2
Source: NBC Sports

Coach Todd Haley noted that the team will try to get Larry Johnson and the running game going on Sunday against Oakland.

Ravens crush Chiefs in narrow victory 38-24

M&T Bank Stadium, Baltimore, MD You read correctly, the Baltimore Ravens (1-0) crushed the Kansas City Chiefs (0-1) in nearly every statistical category, but somehow allowed them to hang around until about two minutes left in the game.

Mr. Irrelevant Scores $1.2 Million
Source: Yahoo! Sports

Ryan Succop(notes), the man who was picked dead last in the NFL draft, and thus dubbed "Mr. Irrelevant", will soon be cashing some handsome paychecks. The kicker is expected to sign a three-year deal worth $1.2 million in the next day or so.

Is Daunte Culpepper next in line for Chiefs?
Source: The Kansas City Star

The search for some elusive stability at quarterback could lead the Chiefs to sign three-time Pro Bowler Daunte Culpepper.

Chiefs' Larry Johnson faces simple-assault charge
Source: The Kansas City Star

Johnson faces a December date in Kansas City Municipal Court on a charge of simple assault. The municipal violation, filed early last month, stemmed from an incident on Feb.

Giants eyes Chiefs' tight end Tony Gonzalez
Source: NY Daily News

According to a report, the Giants are one of four teams who have called the Kansas City Chiefs about Tony Gonzalez, a 12-year veteran who reportedly has asked for a trade.

K.C. Chiefs to sell naming rights for Arrowhead Stadium
Source: The Kansas City Star

The Chiefs moved closer Thursday to joining the rising ranks of sports teams with corporate names attached to their stadiums.

Dolphins Preseason Game 3 - Fins 24, Chiefs 0

Again, missed the game but here's some things to note from the video and replay that I've seen and the articles that i've read. Again, it feels like I'm saying the same stuff again from the previous games.

Chiefs' Gonzalez saves man from choking
Source: The Kansas City Star

Diana Martin was about to offer cheese to the couple dining Thursday at the little Italian place in southern California when the man with the medium-rare filet started choking.

A list of 53 players who have been granted special eligibility for the 2008 NFL Draft
Source: nflheadline.com

Name Position College Branden Albert G Virginia L.J. Anderson G Central Florida Adrian Arrington WR Michigan Earl Bennett WR Vanderbilt Martellus Bennett TE Texas A&M Davone Bess WR Hawaii Check out all the 53 players

Colleges block black coaches out ... again
Source: CNN

What's wrong with this picture? Many of you may say nothing. But for black and other minority coaches in college football, and even the NFL, it's déjà vu: another high-profile head coaching job opens up, and they don't even get a shot to interview for the job.

Around the NFL: the trade deadline
Source: NJ.com

There were two trades made at last Tuesday's deadlines and all four teams came away with a good deal.

Chiefs notes: Holmes could be activated
Source: The Kansas City Star

Running back Priest Holmes practiced Thursday for the second day this week, and it's still a possibility he could be activated from the reserve/non-football injury list in time for Sunday's game at Oakland.

Michael Bennett traded to Bucs
Source: The Kansas City Star

Facing what soon could be an excess of running backs, the Chiefs traded Michael Bennett to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Monday night.

Tony Gonzalez happy to be alive
Source: Fox Sports

Chiefs tight end Tony Gonzalez playing on Sunday quietly became the comeback story of his life. In an exclusive interview with FOX Sports Gonzalez revealed for the first time that this off-season he suffered a case of Bell's Palsy, a stroke-like virus.

Priest Holmes doesn't practice with Chiefs
Source: The Kansas City Star

One day after announcing he was returning to the Chiefs' practice field, Priest Holmes never even put on a helmet. Instead, the team's all-time leading rusher worked out alone Sunday, running short routes and sprints while his teammates squared off nearby.

Larry Johnson could rejoin Chiefs
Source: The Kansas City Star

The Wisconsin portion of Chiefs training camp ends today without an appearance by holdout running back Larry Johnson. Johnson could be very much a central figure at practice this weekend when the Chiefs resume their workouts in Kansas City.

Larry Johnson holds out as talks stall
Source: The Kansas City Star

Larry Johnson followed through on his threat to hold out from training camp when he and the Chiefs couldn't agree on terms of a contract extension. No surprise there. The revelation was that the Chiefs haven't made a new contract offer to Johnson in almost two months.

Changes make AFC West division to watch
Source: NJ.com

There is change in the AFC West, and you can't say all of it is for the better.

Culpepper stomps out of Fins minicamp
Source: CBS SportsLine.com

Things are heating up in South Florida. Culpepper wants to be released. The Dolphins want to trade him. Who will win???

Trent Green traded to Miami
Source: ESPN.com

The Dolphins finally make a deal for Trent Green...

NFL: Bad choices could mean bad seasons for these teams
Source: NJ.com

Last week we gave you a peak at six teams who we felt made enough improvements this offseason to get to that next level. Here's a look at some teams that for different reasons may take a step backward this time around.

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