The Kansas City Chiefs fanbase hosts many characters in its ranks that, for better or worse, have come to define the team’s following during their rise to prominence over the last several years. Some name themselves after their favorite players, others go nameless but are known for their attire, but perhaps none have grown as infamous as one “ChiefsAholic” who has been apprehended by the FBI after a months-long manhunt.
It seems that there is no end to the craziness in Kansas City, both on the gridiron and off. Our world seems to be devolving into a string of unbelievable headlines and tabloid-esque stories, processing ever nearer to entropy that will serve to devour us all in due time.
But Patrick Mahomes remains the league’s best quarterback, and on this edition of Chiefs Check-in for the morning of Tuesday, July 11th, that fact is enough for a regular Joe to enjoy a hot cup of java with the top stories and tidbits from around the NFL:
Latest in Chiefs news
Top Chiefs stories
- News broke that infamous Chiefs superfan “ChiefsAholic” was arrested over the weekend after a manhunt stemming from a string of bank robberies finally came to an end in California.
- Individuals from around the NFL sounded off on the talents of linebacker Nick Bolton, with universal praise for his accomplishments over his first two seasons in the league.
- Charles Goldman made six exceptionally bold predictions about Kansas City’s rookies ahead of the Chiefs’ 2023 training camp period.
- A recent interview revealed that Andy Reid helped convince Patrick Mahomes to participate in the highly anticipated “Quarterback” docuseries.
- Chris Jones is considered to be the second-best defensive lineman in the NFL according to some executives and coaches around the league.
- The Chiefs were in the top spot of Touchdown Wire’s pre-training camp power rankings that were released on Monday.
- Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce are set to play in the 2023 American Century golf tournament as the offseason draws to a close this month.
In case you missed it
- Kansas City was predicted to take a prolific wide receiver in a recent ESPN 2024 mock draft.
- Chris Jones was seen in a recent video working out in Florida as he prepares for the Chiefs’ 2023 title defense campaign.
- Creed Humphrey took center stage at a recent offseason offensive line summit, teaching younger players the ropes of one of the NFL’s most difficult positions.
Around the AFC West
Denver Broncos news
- Broncos Wire examined Denver’s salary cap situation with just weeks remaining before training camps are set to open in late July.
Las Vegas Raiders news
- Newly-signed quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo was named the Raiders’ “X-Factor” for the 2023 season.
Los Angeles Chargers news
- Chargers Wire profiled running back Joshua Kelley in a series that takes a look at each member of Los Angeles’ 90-man roster ahead of training camp.
Around the NFL
- Texans tackle Laremy Tunsil was impressed with rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud’s ability to run the huddle during Houston’s offseason practices.
- Former Cincinnati Bengals running back Fred Willis passed away on Monday.
- Giants kicker Graham Gano was named the second-best kicker in the NFL in a recent ranking of the league’s top special teamers.
- The Jacksonville Jaguars made the bold decision to sign tight end Josh Pederson, son of head coach Doug Pederson.
- Eagles Wire took a look at players who should be considered locks to make Philadelphia’s 53-man roster.
