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Chiefs check enough boxes in third preseason game. What big decisions loom? Aug 25, 2019

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The Chiefs didn’t win their third preseason game, but no major injuries and production from the first-team offense made it a successful evening. The A-team of Brooke Pryor, Vahe Gregorian and Sam Mellinger broke down the 27-17 loss to the San Francisco 49ers, and looked ahead to some of the decisions the Chiefs must make after the preseason finale on Thursday.

Read the stories we discussed:

Mahomes dives into final preseason appearance with a solid performance against Niners - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article234345842.html

How Patrick Mahomes’ pre-snap read sparked that Damien Williams touchdown catch - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article234353522.html

Mellinger: The Chiefs’ preseason is (basically) done. And they look ready for the real thing - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/sam-mellinger/article234354622.html

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Are we too optimistic about the Chiefs? And will soccer kickstart KC-St. Louis sports rivalry? Aug 22, 2019

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For a team that hasn’t been to the Super Bowl in five decades, the Chiefs are a popular pick to reach pro football’s final game. They seem to have it all, starting with quarterback Patrick Mahomes, plenty of weapons on offense and a new approach on defense.

But is the hype excessive?

Also, a new Major League Soccer team is coming to St. Louis. Could this be the sport that starts a Kansas City-St. Louis sports rivalry?

Enjoy the conversation between Star columnist Vahe Gregorian and host Blair Kerkhoff.

Read the stories we discussed:

Vahe Gregorian: Beyond the arm: The personal traits that make Patrick Mahomes special on and off the field: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article234189747.html

St. Louis Post-Dispatch: MLS picks St. Louis for expansion franchise: https://www.stltoday.com/sports/soccer/the-moment-has-arrived-st-louis-will-get-th-mls/article_47898ab1-f45f-5194-b533-b5c40e474547.html

Brooke Pryor: Special relationship between Reid, Mahomes could lead to Super Bowl: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article233980092.html

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Exclusive: Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes answers our burning questions Aug 21, 2019

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MVP quarterback Patrick Mahomes sat down with The Star's Brooke Pryor, Vahe Gregorian, Sam Mellinger and Blair Kerkhoff and chatted on a variety of topics, from his influences to his relationship with coaches.

He also talks about how he chose his agent and how he's living with fame.

Not surprisingly, the Chiefs star is also the star of our upcoming football section — in print on Aug. 25.

Read the stories we discussed:

Sam Mellinger: The inside story of a legendary agent’s successful recruitment of Patrick Mahomes: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/sam-mellinger/article233978912.html

Vahe Gregorian: Beyond the arm: The personal traits that make Patrick Mahomes special on and off the field: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article234189747.html

Brooke Pryor: The artist and his muse: Special relationship between Reid, Mahomes could lead to Super Bowl: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article233980092.html

Here’s why we should remember the AFC Championship Game loss to the Patriots: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article233807417.html

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Surprise! Chiefs bring back familiar faces, but it’s time to show off what’s new Aug 20, 2019

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Who will likely make a return to the Chiefs? The Star’s A-Team of Blair Kerkhoff, Brooke Pryor, Sam Mellinger and Vahe Gregorian were in the midst of offering their guesses when, bam, it actually happened.

And in this Saturday’s third preseason game, here’s what the A-Team says the Chiefs need to do -- flex that defense.

This episode was originally recorded on location at Big O Tires in Lenexa as a Facebook Live video available on www.facebook.com/redzoneextra.

Read the stories we discussed:

Chiefs add two familiar faces ... one of them during the middle of practice: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article234189747.html

Knee injury to sideline Chiefs wide receiver Marcus Kemp for the season: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article234147342.html

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KU basketball team loses trainer Andrea Hudy, who's moving to Big 12 rival Texas Aug 19, 2019

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Andrea Hudy was a rock star trainer, among the most visible in her profession as she worked with University of Kansas basketball players.

The players she helped went to three Final Fours and won 14 straight Big 12 championships. Now Hudy is moving to Big 12 rival Texas.

The Star’s KU beat writer Jesse Newell discusses the move and later considers the influence of transfers in Big 12 basketball this season with SportsBeat KC host Blair Kerkhoff.

Read the stories we discussed:

Texas officially hires strength coach Andrea Hudy “Kansas means the world to me”: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/university-of-kansas/article234083112.html

Hudy’s KU workouts recalled as legendary: “When she’s locked in, she’s locked in”: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/university-of-kansas/article234092387.html

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Chiefs and Steelers preseason game was a yawner, but we have thoughts Aug 18, 2019

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Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes played just half of the first quarter in Saturday's preseason game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, leading columnist Sam Mellinger to write: "Come On What’s The Point."

Delayed by an hour due to lightning, the A-Team of Sam, Chiefs beat writer Brooke Pryor, columnist Vahe Gregorian and host Blair Kerkhoff gathered for a late-night Facebook Live after the game at Heinz Field. Chiefs lost 17-7, but it was the prospect of two more preseason games that was decidedly more problematic.

Read the stories we discussed:Vahe Gregorian: Chiefs’ loss to Steelers is testimony that NFL preseason is too long:https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/vahe-gregorian/article234118857.html

Sam Mellinger: Seven things that might matter from the Chiefs’ preseason game against the Steelers:https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/sam-mellinger/article234118832.html

Okafor’s sack for Chiefs was a highlight in game without many, but return was victory:https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article234123707.html

Chiefs at Steelers: Here are the report card grades from Preseason game two:https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article234121482.html

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Chiefs training camp in St. Joe is done, A-Team previews Pittsburgh preseason game Aug 15, 2019

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The Chiefs bid farewell to the Missouri Western portion of training camp on Thursday, and the A-Team of Brooke Pryor, Sam Mellinger, Vahe Gregorian and Blair Kerkhoff break down the campers.

Who had a good time in St. Joe? Who didn’t?

Also, the group looks ahead to Saturday’s second preseason game, this time against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Will the Chiefs starters will get a longer look in Pittsburgh?

Read the stories we discussed:

The inside story of a legendary agent’s successful recruitment of Patrick Mahomes: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/sam-mellinger/article233978912.html

Behind the scenes with Chiefs’ Andy Reid and Patrick Mahomes’ special relationship: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article233980092.html

Here’s why we should remember the Chiefs’ AFC Championship Game loss to Brady’s Patriots: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article233807417.html

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KU's decade-old question continues: Who’s the quarterback? And will he last? Aug 14, 2019

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Since Todd Reesing finished his record-setting career in 2009, Kansas has been looking for answers at the quarterback position.

But is there reason to be worried? Two weeks before the season opener, new coach Les Miles still hasn’t named a starter and even recently added a name to the position battle.

KU beat writer Jesse Newell joins host Blair Kerkhoff to talk quarterbacks, Les Miles, and other football questions.

Read the stories we discussed:

Who is KU’s starting QB? Les Miles only adds to speculation with most recent comments: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/university-of-kansas/article233749077.html

Les Miles on culture of his football program: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/university-of-kansas/article233674092.html

Les Miles is already piling up shenanigans at KU. Will wins come next?: https://www.kansascity.com/article233779777.html

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K-State update: Chris Klieman and first-year coaches in the Big 12, position battles, beer Aug 13, 2019

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Kansas State football begins a new era under Coach Chris Klieman, and the season opener is a little over two weeks away.

Beat writer Kellis Robinett joins host Blair Kerkhoff to bring us up to speed on the latest in Manhattan, including the running back situation, position battles and the future of beer sales at Bill Snyder Family Stadium. We also hear from Wildcats quarterback Skylar Thompson.

Read the stories we discussed:Chris Klieman’s first K-State football season will be defined by more than victories: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/kansas-state/article233353352.html

K-State football expecting big things from North Carolina transfer Jordon Brown: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/kansas-state/article233724497.html

K-State Q&A: Beer sales at football games and a Battle Royale of Year 1 coaches: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/kansas-state/article233659952.html

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Chiefs cornerback Morris Claiborne on his mistake; how Simone Biles (and KC) set records Aug 12, 2019

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The A-team, no longer in the dark after Saturday’s preseason opener at Arrowhead Stadium, shines more light on the Chiefs victory over the Bengals.

Host Blair Kerkhoff, Chiefs beat writer Brooke Pryor, columnists Sam Mellinger and Vahe Gregorian also talk about cornerback Morris Claiborne's first practice with the Chiefs. Claiborne owned up to the mistakes that cost him a four-game suspension to start his season.

Also, Vahe tells us what it was like to witness history in the making at the U.S. Gymnastics Championship at Sprint Center. Thank you, Simone Biles.

Read the stories we discussed:

Vahe Gregorian: Simone Biles hits gymnastics milestone as sport continues along path of hope, healing: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/vahe-gregorian/article233771267.html

Mo Claiborne welcomes opportunity to return to the football field with the Chiefs: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article233790782.html

Camp report: running back looks like a shared position for Chiefs: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article233789437.html

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