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The Kansas City Chiefs are a professional American football team competing in the National Football League (NFL) as part of the AFC West division. Based in Kansas City, Missouri, the team plays its home games at Arrowhead Stadium.

Recent News

As of September 21, 2026, the Chiefs have moved to a 2-0 record early in the 2026 season following a 33-30 overtime victory against the Indianapolis Colts. Harrison Butker kicked the game-winning 40-yard field goal as time expired. Patrick Mahomes threw three touchdown passes in the game, connecting with Travis Kelce, Xavier Worthy, and Jalen Royals. During this matchup, Travis Kelce also became the NFL's all-time leader in yards after the catch.

Franchise Background

  • Established: The franchise was founded in 1960 as the Dallas Texans, a charter member of the American Football League (AFL), before moving to Kansas City and rebranding as the Chiefs in 1963.
  • Key Figures: The team is currently led by head coach Andy Reid, quarterback Patrick Mahomes, and tight end Travis Kelce. The franchise is owned by Clark Hunt.
  • Success: The Chiefs have experienced a period of significant success since 2019, appearing in five Super Bowls and winning three (LIV, LVII, and LVIII) during that span.