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What. Just. Happened. We break down the Chiefs’ first loss this season, to the Colts Oct 07, 2019

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The Chiefs were a double-digit favorite against the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday Night Football. Arrowhead Stadium was packed and all signs pointed to the Chiefs remaining undefeated.

Somehow, they lost, 19-13.

It was the lowest scoring game of the Patrick Mahomes era. The A-team of Herbie Teope, Sam McDowell and Sam Mellinger join host Blair Kerkhoff to dissect the loss and determine what it means for the Chiefs going forward.

Read the stories we discussed:

Chiefs’ loss to Colts is a reality check, but it’s hardly defining in a larger picture: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/vahe-gregorian/article235861387.html

These two clear trends are pushing against the Chiefs every week now: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/sam-mellinger/article235862582.html

Colts’ run game, injuries, poor defense combine to lift Indy past Chiefs in prime time: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article235858867.html

Former K-State receiver Byron Pringle has career night in Chiefs’ loss to Colts: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article235859687.html

Report card: With so many injuries, should Chiefs be graded on a curve? No: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article235859907.html

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College football Friday: What are the teams facing? And what does Chiefs Deon Yelder of his big catches? Oct 04, 2019

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In home games on Saturday, Kansas State, Kansas and Missouri face different levels of opponents.

The Wildcats figure to be in tight contest with Baylor. KU is a huge underdog to powerful Oklahoma, and Missouri is a heavy favorite against Troy.

The college beat writers — Kellis Robinett, Jesse Newell and Alex Schiffer — break down their games and have other news about their beats. And for one of them, it'll be their last time on the podcast.

Also, Chiefs third team tight end Deon Yelder made the most of his first two NFL targets last week against the Lions. He chats with SportsBeat KC host Blair Kerkhoff about his big day.

Read the stories we discussed:

K-State Q&A: John Holcombe, new football uniforms, Baylor and basketball recruiting: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/kansas-state/article235759227.html

Kansas seems to have lost a top RB, and now another one is likely to miss the season: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/university-of-kansas/article235641397.html

Barry Odom has struggled following bye weeks at Mizzou. He thinks that changes Saturday: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/sec/university-of-missouri/article235689317.html

Called upon to make a play on offense, Chiefs’ tight end Deon Yelder delivered...twice: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article235804482.html

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The Chiefs are undefeated, but not everything is awesome Oct 03, 2019

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The Chiefs share the NFL’s best record at 4-0 and so many things are going right for Patrick Mahomes and company.

But there are some issues the Chiefs need to address, like rushing defense.

The A-team of Sam Mellinger, Vahe Gregorian and Sam McDowell join Blair Kerkhoff at Big O Tires in Shawnee to break down what has and hasn’t been working for a team with sights on the Super Bowl. They also make their predictions for Sunday's game against the Indianapolis Colts.

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

Read the stories we discussed:

Patrick Mahomes is AFC Offensive Player of the Month for second straight September: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article235748197.html#storylink=mainstage

Chiefs’ Mahomes on facing pal Justin Houston: “Hopefully he’s not hitting me too much”: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article235722237.html

Why Tyreek Hill’s return to practice could come at an ideal time for the Chiefs: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article235724542.html

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Chiefs Patrick Mahomes on that look during Lions game; columnists on California's Fair Pay for Play Act Oct 02, 2019

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Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes weighs in on a variety of topics at his weekly meeting with reporters, from Tyreek Hill's return to practice on Wednesday to how he determines when to make a block.

Mahomes also shares what went through his mind when he looked back at the official on a rushing attempt against the Detroit Lions on Sunday. (Psst: He's never practiced it.)

Also, Star columnists Vahe Gregorian and Sam Mellinger join host Blair Kerkhoff in a discussion about California’s Fair Pay for Play Act, legislation that could change the college sports playing field.

Catch the A-Team on the Red Zone Extra Facebook page Thursday morning when they go live from Big O Tires in Shawnee!

Read the stories we discussed:

As Patrick Mahomes willed Chiefs to a win, his teammates watched in awe: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article235676032.html

Chiefs’ Tyreek Hill returns to practice: “We’ll see how he does,” Andy Reid says: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article235720282.html

Patrick Mahomes looked at ref to make sure there was no penalty before scrambling: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/for-petes-sake/article235602132.html

Sports Illustrated: What’s next after California signs game-changer Fair Pay to Play Act into law?: https://www.si.com/college-football/2019/09/30/fair-pay-to-play-act-law-ncaa-california-pac-12

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When will the Royals be royal again? What will Alex Gordon do? Oct 01, 2019

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The 2019 season has mercifully ended for the Royals. It couldn’t get worse than last year when they lost 104, and it wasn’t. They lost 103.

How long will it take for the Royals to regain competitiveness? Even just-retired manager Ned Yost has thoughts on that.

Star columnists Sam Mellinger and Vahe Gregorian take on that question and others with host Blair Kerkhoff. They cover what’s in store for popular outfielder Alex Gordon and who will be the next Royals manager?

Read the stories we discussed:

Royals’ Alex Gordon faces decision this winter that can change course of the franchise: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/mlb/kansas-city-royals/article235626347.html

Royals players who established themselves in 2019 must learn to win in 2020: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/mlb/kansas-city-royals/article235638777.html

Mellinger Minutes: Chiefs’ needs, The Mahomes Effect, Frank Clark, the next Royals manager: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/sam-mellinger/article235643162.html

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It's the Chiefs, baby. Kansas City's crazy win over Detroit showed many virtues and flaws Sep 30, 2019

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A desperation fourth-and-8 conversion, a hook-and-lateral completion and a 100-yard fumble return were some of the wild moments in the Chiefs’ 34-30 victory over the Detroit Lions on Sunday.

This breakdown is provided by the A-Team of Herbie Teope, Sam McDowell, Sam Mellinger, Vahe Gregorian and Blair Kerkhoff.

The group was on hand at Ford Field for the Chiefs’ most difficult and perhaps most satisfying victory of the season, one that improved the team’s record to 4-0.

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

Read the stories we discussed:

In wild one at Detroit, Mahomes leads comeback drive vs. Lions to keep Chiefs unbeaten: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article235602857.html

“Football at its finest”: Breeland’s alert fumble return saves Chiefs in crazy game: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/vahe-gregorian/article235606077.html

Smiles pushes and beer: Inside the defining scenes of the Chiefs’ win over the Lions

https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/sam-mellinger/article235605422.html

Many average grades for Chiefs but this was not an ordinary victory over Lions

https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article235605807.html

The Chiefs were nearly at their worst in Detroit. And they’re still 4-0. But...how

https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article235603992.html

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K-State, KU have big games ahead; Mizzou is still buzzing; and Chiefs Byron Pringle on working hard Sep 27, 2019

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Kansas State at Oklahoma State highlights this week's college football schedule as the Wildcats have won the previous two games in the series.

Also, Kansas travels to TCU to meet the only Big 12 team it defeated last season. And though Mizzou has the weekend off, buzz remains from their convincing victory over South Carolina.

The Star's college beat writers Kellis Robinett, Jesse Newell and Alex Schiffer have the latest on their teams.

And speaking of Kansas State, two years ago, Chiefs wide receiver Byron Pringle had his best game as a Wildcats player against Oklahoma State. Now Pringle has caught a pass from Patrick Mahomes. Host Blair Kerkhoff has a moment with Pringle to recount the plays.

Read the stories we discussed:

Why K-State QB Skylar Thompson seems poised for another big game vs. Oklahoma State: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/kansas-state/article235462872.html

How Mizzou’s defense became one of the nation’s best after rough start at Wyoming: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/sec/university-of-missouri/article235443722.html

Grades from KU’s 29-24 football loss to West Virginia and looking ahead to TCU: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/university-of-kansas/article235361132.html

Trip to end zone could bring Byron Pringle one step closer to making Chiefs: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article234360192.html

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Who dares call Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes the NFL’s sixth-rated quarterback? Sep 26, 2019

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The A-team gathers to look ahead to Sunday’s game at the Detroit Lions and what it means for a Chiefs team that hasn’t played a regular-season game indoors since 2017.

This show includes a rating formula that shows Patrick Mahomes as the NFL’s sixth-rated quarterback through three games this season. Huh?

Also, the newest member of the Chiefs coverage team, Herbie Teope, checks in and actually breaks out in song.

This episode was originally recorded as a Facebook Live video at Big O Tires in Blue Springs. Follow Chiefs coverage on the Red Zone Extra Facebook page.

Read the stories we discussed:

Scoring alert! Patrick Mahomes to make dome debut as pro vs. Detroit on Sunday: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article235473762.html

Here’s how that Mecole Hardman 83-yard touchdown against the Ravens unfolded: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article235470687.html

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Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes on domes and Jonas Brothers; what KU faces in NCAA allegations Sep 25, 2019

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The weekly media visit with Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes never disappoints.

This week, he reviews the victory over the Baltimore Ravens, including his long touchdown pass to Mecole Hardman. And are we really making too much of him playing in a dome for the first time in the regular season? That's happening this weekend against the Detroit Lions.

Bonus: Mahomes talks about his Jonas Brothers concert experience and which teammates he would have in a boy band.

The second half of the episode features host Blair Kerkhoff and KU beat writer Jesse Newell, who explains what Kansas is up against now that it has the Notice of Allegations from the NCAA, which include five Level I violations against the men’s basketball program.

Read the stories we discussed:

Scoring alert! Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes to make dome debut as a pro vs. Detroit Sunday: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article235473762.html

Patrick Mahomes went to Jonas Brothers show after band saw Chiefs play. Yeah really: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/for-petes-sake/article235392012.html

Major violations, including by Bill Self, cited in NCAA allegations against KU: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/university-of-kansas/article235401862.html

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Saying farewell to Royals manager Ned Yost; hello to new Chiefs writer Herbie Teope Sep 24, 2019

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The Ned Yost decade with the Royals will end this week. The club announced he’ll step down at the end of this season.

Star columnist Sam Mellinger, who has covered the entire Yost tenure, chats with host Blair Kerkhoff about the mostly good times with the manager and speculates on the future of the job.

Also, Sam McDowell helps introduce new Chiefs beat writer Herbie Teope, who loaded up the truck from New Orleans to return to a market he knows well. Herbie covered the Chiefs before spending the last four years in New Orleans.

Read the stories we discussed:

Sam Mellinger: How Ned Yost and the Royals brought out the best in each other:

https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/sam-mellinger/article235394907.html

Mike Matheny might not be a slam dunk as next Royals manager: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/mlb/kansas-city-royals/article235393687.html

Royals owner David Glass opens up: Why now, why Sherman, best memories and regrets: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/sam-mellinger/article235273092.html

Herbie Teope is joining The Kansas City Star to cover Chiefs, Mahomes, Reid & Co.https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article234719622.html

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