What’s happening in Chiefs Kingdom?
Wide receiver Richie James is settling in nicely within the Chiefs’ offense and is establishing a strong connection with quarterback Patrick Mahomes. Center Creed Humphrey shed some light on how the offensive line is progressing, and the Chiefs are having some fun behind the scenes at training camp.
Check out those stories and more on today’s edition of Chiefs Check-in for the morning of Friday, July 28:
Latest in Chiefs news
Top Chiefs stories
- New Chiefs’ wide receiver Richie James talked to reporters on Wednesday about how he’s acclimated himself to coach Andy Reid’s offensive system.
- James also shared his thoughts on what it’s like playing with Patrick Mahomes.
- Creed Humphrey also spoke to the media on Wednesday, expressing the importance of training camp and the fun of practicing with pads on.
- Humphrey would go on to speak about the offensive line’s cohesion and progression thus far.
- Second-year defensive end George Karlaftis talked about how the defensive line has adjusted to practicing without All-Pro Chris Jones.
- NFL Network’s Brian Baldinger broke down two crucial plays made by cornerback Jaylen Watson back in January’s AFC Championship game.
- The Chiefs’ official Twitter account shared a video of Patrick Mahomes connecting with tight end Travis Kelce, with the All-Pro tight end showing off his speed after the catch.
- Two former Chiefs players signed with new teams this past week. First was cornerback Marcus Peters, who signed with the Las Vegas Raiders, and shortly came wide receiver Byron Pringle, who signed with the Washington Commanders.
- Watch this hilarious prank that somebody pulled off at training camp.
- Chiefs Wire editor John Dillon named five free agents the Chiefs could target in the wake of receiver John Ross’ unexpected retirement.
- Four Chiefs legends have moved one step closer to getting elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
In case you missed it
- John Ross unexpectedly retired on Wednesday, opening a spot on Kansas City’s roster that could be filled by one of the NFL’s high-profile free agents.
- The Chiefs worked on a tricky double pass play during Wednesday’s practice session that saw the ball go from Patrick Mahomes to Richie James to Marquez Valdes-Scantling.
- John Dillon examined whether Kansas City’s fans should worry about Chris Jones’ ongoing holdout from training camp in St. Joseph.
- George Karlaftis told reporters that Chiefs legend Tamba Hali was a “mentor” for him during his offseason training.
- Rookie sensation Deneric Prince got reps with Kansas City’s first-team offense during Wednesday’s practice, though it is unclear where he will land on the Chiefs’ preseason depth chart.
Around the AFC West
Top Broncos news
- Head coach Sean Payton took multiple shots at former Broncos’ coach Nathaniel Hackett in an interview with USA TODAY’s Jarrett Bell.
- Former Broncos coaches Mike Shanahan and Dan Reeves are semifinalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Top Raiders news
- Mike Garafolo of NFL Media reported that the Raiders offered running back Josh Jacobs around $12 million per year, but the two sides were unable to come to an agreement.
Top Chargers news
Around the NFL
- Quarterback Aaron Rodgers agreed to a new two-year contract with the New York Jets in which he took a $35 million pay cut, allowing the team to have more spending flexibility to acquire more talent.
- Free agent running back Dalvin Cook is set to visit the Jets this weekend.
- Carolina Panthers head coach Frank Reich has named rookie Bryce Young the team’s starting quarterback.
- Miami Dolphins cornerback Jalen Ramsey was carted to the locker room after suffering a knee injury during practice on Thursday.
- Cincinnati Bengals’ quarterback Joe Burrow suffered a strained calf during practice on Thursday.
