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Patrick Mahomes will be back when?! And other Chiefs injury updates Oct 21, 2019

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When Patrick Mahomes injured his knee against the Broncos on Thursday night, the worst was immediately feared. It’s doubtful Mahomes will play on Sunday but he hasn’t been ruled out. Coach Andy Reid and trainer Rick Burkholder spoke to the media on Monday. Chiefs beat writers Herbie Teope and Sam McDowell join SportsBeat KC host Blair Kerkhoff to discuss the latest developments.

Read the stories we discussed:

Chiefs provide update on quarterback Patrick Mahomes’ injury - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article236487443.html

Patrick Mahomes posts inspirational message on Instagram after tests on a kneecap - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/for-petes-sake/article236491778.html

Chiefs LB Reggie Ragland stayed on task, saw payoff against Denver. Can it continue? - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article236465953.html

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The Chiefs triumphed in Denver but lost Patrick Mahomes to a knee injury. What next? Oct 18, 2019

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The Chiefs got out of Denver with a convincing victory and an injured quarterback.

On a quarterback sneak, Patrick Mahomes suffered a dislocated right kneecap and left the game. That didn’t prevent the Chiefs from an impressive 30-6 triumph to end a two-game losing streak.

But it presented questions about the Chiefs’ future at the position that Sam Mellinger, Herbie Teope, Sam McDowell and host Blair Kerkhoff attempt to answer.

If Mahomes is out for a few weeks, do the Chiefs stay the course with veteran reserve Matt Moore or do they scour the landscape for a replacement?

Check out what the A-team had to say about Mahomes and the Chiefs’ most resounding triumph of the season.

This episode was originally recorded as a Facebook Live for the Red Zone Extra page.

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We get Broncos insight on Chiefs game from a Denver sports anchor who worked in Kansas City Oct 17, 2019

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It’s game day. The Chiefs visit the Denver Broncos tonight and it’s a matchup of teams headed in different directions.

After starting 4-0, the Chiefs have dropped two straight. After starting 0-4, the Broncos have won two in a row.

We get the Broncos perspective on the game from Nick Griffith, a former Kansas City TV sports anchor who has spent the last eight years covering the Broncos and Denver’s sports scene.

Also, we hear from Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, who met the media earlier this week. What’s his outlook on tonight’s game?

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Exclusive with K-State coach Bruce Weber on the future, plus KU and Mizzou updates Oct 16, 2019

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This week's college episode is happening as the football and basketball seasons begin their crossover.

K-State beat writer Kellis Robinett tracked down Wildcats’ basketball coach Bruce Weber for an exclusive interview.

Jesse Newell, who covers KU, provides the update on the latest basketball commitment and the first to pledge after the Jayhawks received their Notice of Allegations from the NCAA.

Meanwhile, columnist Vahe Gregorian provides the update on Mizzou’s newly minted top 25 ranked football program.

Read the stories we discussed:

How Bruce Weber recruited one of the nation’s top-rated basketball classes: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/kansas-state/article236077988.html

“I’m staying home:” Why former KC high schooler says he committed to KU basketball: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/university-of-kansas/article236199038.html

KU has new offensive coordinator. His contract suggests he’ll get a long look: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/university-of-kansas/article236241153.html

After opening loss to Wyoming, Mizzou’s defense is big reason for five-game winning streak: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/university-of-kansas/article236241153.html

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Chiefs breakdown: What roles do Brett Veach, Andy Reid play in last two losses? Oct 15, 2019

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After suffering their second straight loss on Sunday, the Chiefs are officially struggling.

The offense has slowed, the defense can’t stop opponents — especially on the ground — and injuries have played a role. But is this the right roster?

The majority of the team’s 53-man squad was acquired by general manager Brett Veach through the draft, free agent signings and trades.

How much has Veach gotten right?

That’s part of the conversation with Sam Mellinger, Vahe Gregorian, Herbie Teope, Sam McDowell and SportsBeat KC host Blair Kerkhoff. This episode was originally recorded as a Facebook Live for the Red Zone Extra page.

Read the stories we discussed:

Sam Mellinger: This headline about the Chiefs should be the exact same headline as last week: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/sam-mellinger/article236210283.html

Chiefs Andy Reid on balance of offense: “Our time of possession in way out of whack”: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article236211588.html

When Chiefs didn’t score after takeaway they lose lone edge created by the defense: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article236210878.html

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Are the Chiefs fixable? From the defense to offense, we discuss Oct 14, 2019

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Oh boy, now it’s a losing streak for the Chiefs. And that’s two straight at Arrowhead Stadium.

The A-Team of Herbie Teope, Sam McDowell, Sam Mellinger and Vahe Gregorian joins Blair Kerkhoff in breaking down the Chiefs 31-24 loss to the Houston Texans.

Not even the return of Tyreek Hill, who was terrific with two touchdown receptions, could rally the Chiefs, who were ahead 17-3 only to have the offense go into a shell and the defense not come up with a big stop.

This episode was originally recorded as a Facebook Live for the Red Zone Extra page.

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Sam Mellinger: The Chiefs’ Super Bowl push is being run down. “They’re exploiting us.: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/sam-mellinger/article236093503.html

Vahe Gregorian: Here’s the Chiefs’ dilemma in playing Patrick Mahomes with an ankle injury: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/vahe-gregorian/article236092903.html

Mahomes, Chiefs baffled by reversal of Kelce pass interference call: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article236092143.html

Another brutal day for Chiefs’ defense in loss to Houston Texans. The bitter details: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article236164758.html

“Like a video game in real life” Chiefs teammates happy to get Tyreek Hill back: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article236173703.html

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College football Friday: A surprising stat and updates. Plus, what happened to Sporting KC? Oct 11, 2019

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College football seasons usually are 12 games, but if you extend Missouri’s to the last 25, you might be surprised at the Tigers’ record. Columnist Vahe Gregorian’s stat certainly surprised host Blair Kerkhoff.

Mizzou plays host to Ole Miss on Saturday, and although Kansas State and KU are off this weekend, Kellis Robinett and Jesse Newell provide updates including news of a new offensive coordinator in Lawrence.

Also, what in the world happened to Sporting KC this season? Sam McDowell provides the answers.

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Tale of two injuries at MIssouri reminds that now is always the timehttps://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/vahe-gregorian/article235921862.html

K-State rushing game was a strength. Now it’s a weakness. What happened?https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/kansas-state/article235951427.html

Six games in Les Miles has fired his offensive coordinator. What it means for KUhttps://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/university-of-kansas/article235860802.html

Sporting KC’s season of misery ends with 6-0 thumping at hands of Dallas FChttps://www.kansascity.com/sports/mls/sporting-kc/article235860817.html

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Will Chiefs loss become a streak? We preview the first meeting between Patrick Mahomes and Texans’ Deshaun Watson Oct 11, 2019

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The A-team brought a jumbo package to Big O Tires in Kansas City. Herbie Teope, Sam McDowell, Sam Mellinger and Vahe Gregorian joined Blair Kerkhoff for our weekly Facebook Live discussion of the Chiefs.

There was plenty to talk about, from the poor run defense to the lack of success by the passing offense against man coverage.

But the national perspective on the game will focus on the quarterbacks, Patrick Mahomes and Deshaun Watson, who were selected 10th and 12th in the 2017 NFL Draft and look like future stars. Sunday will mark their first head-to-head meeting.

Read the stories we discussed:

Chiefs WR Sammy Watkins among 5 players to miss second consecutive day of practice: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article236012118.html

Chiefs’ run game featured lots of Damien Williams instead of LeSean McCoy. What gives?: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article235999688.html

Mahomes vs. Watson, one winner: Outcome might depend on which Texans show up in KC: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article235997093.html

Did Kelce cross line in pushing Bieniemy? ‘Of course,’ coach says, but all good now: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article235997893.html

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Chiefs Patrick Mahomes on his 'not perfect' ankle and Travis Kelce explains that shove and hug Oct 10, 2019

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Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes said his left ankle, injured in the opening game and aggravated in Sunday’s loss to the Colts, was “not perfect” but it won’t stop him from playing in this week’s game against the Houston Texans.

Also, tight end Travis Kelce speaks to his push and then hug of offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy in that game.

Finally, it was media day for Kansas basketball, so we share what coach Bill Self had to say about his team’s mental toughness in the face of NCAA clouds this season.

Read the stories we discussed:

Patrick Mahomes on his injured ankle: “It’s not perfect but it’s good enough”: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article235958112.html

With injuries to Chris Jones, Xavier WIlliams, Chiefs sign another defensive tackle: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article235929667.html

Bill Self says Snoop Dogg’s show, KU promo video not meant as attack against NCAA: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/university-of-kansas/article235943312.html

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KU brings Snoop Dogg to the Phog then wants to drop it like it's hot? Nah Oct 08, 2019

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The opening of basketball practice is celebrated at University of Kansas like nowhere else in the nation. The event includes skits, dancing, team introductions, a light scrimmage and often a celebrity guest.

This year, KU brought rapper Snoop Dogg to Allen Fieldhouse and Late Night got edgy with stripper poles and money guns shooting out fake $100 bills.

Coach Bill Self and Kansas officials said they were caught off guard by the show. But what are the ramifications for a program that has received a Notice of Allegations from the NCAA for multiple Level 1 violations in the basketball program?

Star columnist Sam Mellinger and KU beat writer Jesse Newell discuss with host Blair Kerkhoff.

Read the stories we discussed:

Mellinger Minutes: Chiefs freakouts and why Snoop Dogg is America’s last honest man: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/sam-mellinger/article235886067.html

KU prospects Robinson, Brown-Ferguson say they had a stellar time in Late Night at Phog: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/university-of-kansas/article235864982.html

Two fans won $5,000 from Bill Self at Late Night. Here’s how they plan to spend it: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/university-of-kansas/article235821747.html

Late Night + early kickoff made for a lost weekend for KU Athletics. Here’s how and why: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/university-of-kansas/article235838297.html

NCAA alleges major violations against KU basketball. Self, school to fight charges: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/university-of-kansas/article235409312.html

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