What’s happening in Chiefs Kingdom?
Chiefs RB Isiah Pacheco talked about his due diligence with preparation, while highlighting Patrick Mahomes’ work ethic. Chiefs HC Andy Reid announced WR Justyn Ross will practice despite his arrest on Monday.
Those stories and more on this edition of Chiefs Check-in for the morning of Thursday, October 26:
Isiah Pacheco preaches preparation alongside Patrick Mahomes
Patrick Mahomes has demonstrated how work ethic is monumental to team success, and Pacheco follows Mahomes’ footsteps in his preparation for games.
Patrick Mahomes is rooting for Texas Rangers in World Series
Mahomes’ allegiance to Texas and baseball will extend to the Texas Rangers, as the two-time Super Bowl MVP is hoping for the Rangers to win the World Series.
Chiefs HC Andy Reid announced that Justyn Ross will practice despite Monday's arrest
Chiefs WR Justyn Ross will practice this week, despite being arrested on Monday. Reid told the media on Wednesday that the team is continuing to learn more information as the week progresses.
Chiefs TE Travis Kelce mic'd before Sunday's tilt against the Chargers
Chiefs TE Travis Kelce exploded for 179 yards and a touchdown on 12 catches against the Chargers in week seven. The all-pro tight end added juice to the performance, while mic’d up.
Around the AFC West
- Raiders QB Aidan O’Connell is expected to start in week eight against the Lions on MNF if Jimmy Garoppolo cannot suit up.
- Chargers QB Justin Herbert after loss to Chiefs: ‘No one’s going to panic’
- Broncos QB Russell Wilson is optimistic after Sunday’s victory over the Packers.
Around the NFL
- 49ers QB Brock Purdy is in concussion protocol following the loss to the Vikings on Monday night.
- Dolphins WR Tyreek Hill did not practice on Wednesday with a hip injury.
- Trade Rumors: Ravens showing most interest in Titans RB Derrick Henry ahead of NFL trade deadline.
- Giants HC Brian Daboll says RB Saquon Barkley will not be traded at the trade deadline.
- Browns QB Deshaun Watson will sit against the Seahawks; P.J. Walker will get the start on Sunday.