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21 Questions 5/9: Ranking Every Chiefs Position Group Heading into 2026 May 09, 2026

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Tucker Franklin and Joshua Brisco answer questions from the KCSN community about football and frivolities ahead of the 2026 NFL Schedule Release. Want to ask questions? Subscribe to the KCSN Chiefs Newsletter for access to the KCSN Discord.

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That Football Show 5/8: Which AFC West Team Had the Best Offseason Addition? May 08, 2026

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In this episode, Matt Verderame and Tucker Franklin rank the top offseason additions across the AFC West. With the 2026 offseason in full swing, we evaluate the biggest moves made by the Kansas City Chiefs, Las Vegas Raiders, Denver Broncos, and Los Angeles Chargers.

We break down our Top 5 power rankings, discussing everything from high-profile veteran signings and coaching changes to impactful rookie draft picks.

In this video:

AFC West Power Rankings: We count down the 5 most impactful additions to the division.
Team Breakdowns: Analysis of the Kansas City Chiefs' backfield upgrades, the Raiders' search for a franchise quarterback, and the Broncos' new offensive weapons.
The "Chargers Problem": Why one team in the division struggled to make the list.
Rookie Impact: Which newcomers are expected to be Pro Bowlers in their first season?

Whether it’s a game-changing running back in KC or a new era under center in Vegas, we debate which move will have the biggest effect on the 2026 season standings.

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Only Weird Games 5/7: Is the Chiefs' New-Look Run Game Enough to Fix the Offense? May 07, 2026

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Nate Taylor, Seth Keysor, and Joshua Brisco take a look at the running game from Kenneth Walker's recent comments about his early time in KC and Emmett Johnson standing out at rookie minicamp.

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KC Laboratory 5/6: Can the Chiefs' Rebuilt Secondary Lead the Defense in 2026? May 07, 2026

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Kent Swanson, Matt Lane, and Craig Stout break down the latest headlines from rookie minicamp before discussing the Chiefs rebuild cornerback room and how it stacks up in 2026.

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Only Weird Games 5/5: Why R Mason Thomas Could Be the Missing Piece for the Chiefs Pass Rush May 05, 2026

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Nate Taylor, Seth Keysor, and Joshua Brisco discuss the addition of Oklahoma EDGE R Mason Thomas and what he brings to the pass rush. They continue the pass rush conversation as they debate if they need any more help and talk about what they took away from rookie minicamp.

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Celebrating 5 Years of KC Sports Network May 05, 2026

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Kent Swanson, Matt Lane, and Craig Stout are joined by KCSN founder BJ Kissel to celebrate five years of KC Sports Network and tell some stories about the creation, founding, and growth of the network.

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That Football Show 5/4: Chiefs Patrick Mahomes "On Track" to be Back Sooner Than Expected May 04, 2026

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Patrick Mahomes is proving once again why he’s in a league of his own. Despite early concerns about his offseason recovery timeline, the latest updates from Chiefs rookie minicamp and OTAs suggest Mahomes is well ahead of schedule.

In this episode of That Football Show, Matt Verderame and Tucker Franklin dive into the encouraging quotes from Andy Reid and Brett Veach regarding Mahomes’ rehab. Is the "bridge year" narrative officially dead?

In this episode:

Mahomes Injury Update: Why the Chiefs’ QB is already "on track" for phase two and three of OTAs.
The Rehab Grind: A look at Mahomes’ recovery process in Dallas and how he’s defying the 9-month timeline.
Quarterback Mount Rushmore: Is Mahomes already on the level of Michael Jordan and Tom Brady?
NFL Offseason News: Reacting to Malik Willis’ viral first pitch, Gehrig Dieter joining the Chiefs coaching fellowship, and the latest on the Vikings’ bizarre 2024 season.
Schedule Release: What to look for as the NFL prepares to drop the 2024-25 schedule.

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That Football Show 5/1: The Smartest Move the Chiefs Could Make Might Have the Biggest Risk May 01, 2026

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Could Brett Veach be preparing for one final, massive off-season splash? In this episode, Matt Verderame and Tucker Franklin dive deep into the rumors surrounding a potential trade for Brandon Aiyuk. While his situation in San Francisco is complicated, we discuss why the "high-risk, high-reward" nature of this move might actually be the safest bet for the Chiefs' wide receiver room heading into the summer.

We also break down the viral "Red Helmet" leak spotted in a recent team video and what it could mean for the Chiefs' uniform rotation next season. Plus, we analyze the newly assigned rookie numbers—from Mansoor Delane taking over #5 to Peter Woods embracing the Aaron Donald comparisons in #99.

In this episode:

The Brandon Aiyuk Gamble: Why the potential cost makes this a no-brainer for KC.
Uniform Leaks? Breaking down the metallic red facemask spotted at Arrowhead.
Rookie Number Deep Dive: Why jersey numbers can make or break a player's "aura."
Bo Nix Concerns: Is there reason to worry about the Broncos' new QB?
Draft Fallout: Why the Chiefs' post-draft strategy is already in motion.

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Only Weird Games 4/30: The Chiefs Revealed Their Plan For the 2026 Offense With Their Draft Apr 30, 2026

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Nate Taylor, Seth Keysor, and Joshua Brisco react to the Chiefs' plan for their 2026 offense following the 2026 NFL Draft.

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KC Laboratory 4/29: Which Chiefs UDFAs Actually Have a Shot Make the 53-Man Roster? Apr 30, 2026

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Matt Lane gets Matt Hamilton's thoughts on the Chiefs 2026 NFL Draft class before breaking down the team's UDFAs and discussing which ones have a real shot of making the final 53-man roster.

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