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Is victory over Vikings a pivot point for the Chiefs? Nov 04, 2019

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The Kansas City Chiefs did something on Sunday they haven’t done since September, win a home game. They defeated the Vikings in dramatic fashion 26-23 on Harrison Butker’s 44-yard field goal as time expired. The A-team of Herbie Teope, Sam McDowell, Vahe Gregorian, Sam Mellinger and Blair Kerkhoff provided the postgame breakdown, from the improved play of the defense, to Damien Williams’ 91-yard touchdown burst to the impactful play of Tyreek Hill. The victory improved the Chiefs’ record to 6-3 and with the return of quarterback Patrick Mahomes perhaps looming, the outlook looks more positive for the Chiefs.

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Vahe Gregorian: Beyond Mahomes no one animates Chiefs or raises their ceiling like Tyreek Hill - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/vahe-gregorian/article236965468.html

Sam Mellinger: Why Harrison Butker might have just kicked the Chiefs into a chase for first-round bye - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/sam-mellinger/article236965293.html

Joy of da feet: Chiefs knock out Vikings with last second kick at Arrowhead - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article236962973.html

‘Our kicker’s got some swag’: On Harrison Butker’s career day in the Chiefs’ win - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article236965033.html

Chiefs report card vs. the Vikings: Finally some passing marks for a home victory - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article236964963.html

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K-State vs. Kansas in a meaningful football game. And Mizzou’s turn for the worse Nov 01, 2019

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Kansas State beat writer Kellis Robinett and KU beat writer Jesse Newell tell is what’s at stake at the most significant Sunflower Showdown in at least a decade. The Wildcats and Jayahwks are coming off victories and feeling good about the direction of their programs heading into Saturday’s game. Not feeling great these days are the Missouri Tigers, and Mizzou beat writer Souichi Terada sees some troubling signs for team.

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Appreciative for the good times: Skylar Thompson’s journey to stardom for K-State: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/kansas-state/article236829138.html

Missouri bye week update: Odom on Bryant’s health, third-down failures: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/sec/university-of-missouri/article236867833.html

Kansas State fined, but KU only reprimanded by Big 12 for football field stormings: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/article236837658.html

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Frightening propositions for Chiefs at Halloween. And Royals’ pick a new manager Oct 31, 2019

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The Chiefs could be without quarterback Patrick Mahomes for a second straight week, and suddenly Arrowhead Stadium has become a not-so-friendly home. The A-Team of Herbie Teope, Sam McDowell, Vahe Gregorian and Sam Mellinger discuss. Also, the Royals have their new manager. No surprise — it’s Mike Matheny.

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Just maybe the Chiefs are beginning to heal and injured players will begin to return - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article236864653.html

Matheny hired as Royals manager, says ‘something very special is about to happen’ in KC - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/mlb/kansas-city-royals/article236855658.html

Royals and Cardinals fans sound off on Mike Matheny being hired as new Royals manager - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/for-petes-sake/article236855743.html

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Nobody knows who starts at QB for Chiefs on Sunday. Here’s what we do know Oct 30, 2019

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As a podcast host on the talknorth.com network, Stephen Strom, knows the Vikings and shares his knowledge of the Chiefs’ next opponent with Blair Kerkhoff on SportsBeat KC. Also, Andy Reid didn’t say who would start at quarterback on Sunday between Matt Moore and Patrick Mahomes, who is recovering from a dislocated kneecap. But Moore met the media on Wednesday and shared his thoughts about his temporary assignment playing in place of one of the NFL’s top quarterbacks.

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Who starts at quarterback this week for the Chiefs against the Vikings? Stay tuned - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article236815223.html

‘He was into it’: How Patrick Mahomes handled sitting out of Sunday’s game - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article236756378.html

‘Good with it’: Despite just playing 9 snaps in Week 8, Chiefs’ Hardman stays patient - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article236821853.html

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Finally, a football Sunflower Showdown worth discussing Oct 29, 2019

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The football version of Sunflower Showdown, the rivalry between Kansas and Kansas State, has been a one-sided conversation for decades. The Wildcats have dominated on the gridiron, winning 10 straight meetings, and the Jayhawks have looked forward to basketball. This week is different with both teams coming off Big 12 victories. K-State stunned Oklahoma, and KU beat Texas Tech on the game’s final play. Star columnists Sam Mellinger and Vahe Gregorian join SportsBeat KC host Blair Kerkhoff to talk about this season's Sunflower Showdown. We also throw in some less encouraging words about the Missouri Tigers.

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Kansas State Wildcats vs. KU Jayhawks, kickoff time, info, line, five things to know - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/article236734263.html

KU (quietly) motivated for K-State: “Don’t want to give you bulletin board material” - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/university-of-kansas/article236750258.html

Chris Klieman wants K-State to ‘stay humble’ as they shift focus to Jayhawks - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/kansas-state/article236742488.html

Mellinger Minutes: A college rivalry returns (maybe) - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/sam-mellinger/article236753073.html

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What went wrong (and right) in Kansas City Chiefs’ loss to the Packers Oct 28, 2019

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The Chiefs fell to the Green Bay Packers 31-24 on Sunday Night Football. The Chiefs fell behind 14-0, rallied to take a 17-14 leader behind reserve quarterback Matt Moore, but couldn’t hold off Aaron Rodgers and the Packers. Herbie Teope, Sam McDowell and Sam Mellinger broke down the game, the big moments and pivotal decisions on Facebook Live now presented as a SportsBeat KC podcast.

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Andy Reid’s conservative turn cost the Chiefs their last chance against the Packers - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/vahe-gregorian/article236718718.html

Some troubling blocks have emerged on Chiefs’ road to potential Super Bowl - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/sam-mellinger/article236719628.html

It was a loss but Chiefs quarterback Matt Moore looked impressive in first start - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article236718938.html

Chiefs rally, get solid night from Matt Moore but can’t solve Rodgers’ Packers - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article236710198.html

Chiefs grades: F stands for fumble, which was a crushing blow about Rodgers’ Pack - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article236718908.html

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Big tasks, bowl hopes ahead for K-State, Mizzou, KU in college football's second half Oct 25, 2019

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It’s a full college football weekend, with Kansas State, Missouri and Kansas each looking for some consistency. The Wildcats broke a two-game losing streak last week but now face rugged Oklahoma. Mizzou looks to avoid its second straight upset loss and visits Kentucky. Kansas nearly pulled off a stunner at Texas and hopes to find some answers on defense against Texas Tech. Also, meet The Star’s new Missouri beat writer, Souichi Terada, and find out his favorite ginger ale.

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How Chris Klieman can build off Kansas State’s solid start, guide Wildcats to a bowl - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/kansas-state/article236601658.html

Mizzou offense looking to fix mistakes after season-low performance - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/sec/university-of-missouri/article236568913.html

KU Jayhawks vs. Texas Tech Red Raiders: Kickoff time, TV, 5 things to know - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/university-of-kansas/article236499518.html

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Would you take an Aaron Rodgers career for Patrick Mahomes? Oct 24, 2019

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Patrick Mahomes is practicing. On a limited basis, but practicing. What are we to make of this? Sam Mellinger, Herbie Teope, Sam McDowell and Blair Kerkhoff dive into the topic on SportsBeat KC. Also, the group discusses the prospect of turning the terrific game by the defense in Denver into a trend, and its tackles this philosophical question: Would you take an Aaron Rodgers career to this point for Mahomes? Remember, that would mean a Super Bowl and likely first ballot Hall of Fame selection.

Read the stories we discussed:

Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes might play Sunday night? Call him a 'special type of human' - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/vahe-gregorian/article236567573.html

Matt Moore is preparing to start for the Chiefs...but still doesn’t know if he will - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article236573908.html

Hall of Famer: 'I’d be shocked if Patrick Mahomes doesn’t start against Packers' - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/for-petes-sake/article236596848.html

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Self takes Big 12 center stage in KC. And (surprise!) Mahomes practiced on Wednesday Oct 23, 2019

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There was plenty to talk about for Kansas basketball coach Bill Self at Big 12 media day at Sprint Center. Self addressed the NCAA letter of allegations, his future at KU and the renewal of the Border War rivalry with Missouri — among other topics. KU beat writers Jesse Newell and Gary Bedore join SportsBeat KC host Blair Kerkhoff to discuss what we heard. Also, is it possible that Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes practiced on Wednesday, a week after suffering a dislocated kneecap against the Broncos? He did… on a limited basis. Hear what Andy Reid and reserve quarterback Matt Moore had to say about the situation.

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KU’s Devon Dotson turns ankle, Bill Self dubs point guard day to day - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/university-of-kansas/article236550078.html

Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes works out, practices and throws (!) at Wednesday’s practice - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article236567153.html

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Mizzou and KU’s Border War is back. Plus, remember the Royals' magical run in 2014? Oct 22, 2019

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Kansas and Missouri will renew their men’s basketball rivalry starting next year, the schools announced Monday night. Vahe Gregorian and Sam Mellinger join host Blair Kerkhoff to discuss why this happened, why it’s important and why we love this rivalry. The columnists also use tonight’s World Series opener between the Astros and Nationals to remember what happened in Kansas City five years ago. It started with a magical Wild Card game and ended with the tying run in the final game 90 feet away from home plate.

Read the stories we discussed:

About time: KC sports scene deserves this resumption of dormant Kansas-Mizzou rivalry - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/vahe-gregorian/article236510553.html

Mellinger Minutes: Mahomes’ timetable, Royals and Matheny, Border War returns - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/sam-mellinger/article236500408.html

Poll: Are you in favor of Border War men’s basketball series returning - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/for-petes-sake/article236515648.html

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