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A Devout Fan for Life, Mike Sipes’ Passion is Repaid as a Season Ticket Member

Sipes has taken advantage of the many benefits being a Season Ticket Member has to offer, from winning memorabilia to unforgettable opportunities

Head Coach Andy Reid, quarterback Patrick Mahomes, wide receiver Sammy Watkins, linebacker Darron Lee and defensive end Frank Clark met with the media on Thursday

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What We Learned From Thursday’s Media Availability

Head Coach Andy Reid, quarterback Patrick Mahomes, wide receiver Sammy Watkins, linebacker Darron Lee and defensive end Frank Clark met with the media on Thursday

The Kansas City Sports Commiesion held a press confrence on May 23, 2019 to announce the selection of Kansas City to host the NFL Draft in 2023.

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Cheers and Confetti Fill Union Station as Kansas City Earns Bid to Host 2023 NFL Draft

May 23, 2019

Representatives from the KC Sports Commission, the Chiefs and the city met with the media on Thursday to discuss the historic news

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Andy Reid on the Beginning of Chiefs’ Organized Team Activities: “I Love the Energy”

May 23, 2019

Reid met with the media on Thursday as the first week of Organized Team Activities wrapped up

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Kansas City to Host 2023 NFL Draft

May 22, 2019

Draft celebrations and free fan festival to take place downtown

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Clark and Tavia Hunt Chair Nonprofit Connect Philanthropy Awards Luncheon

May 22, 2019

The 35th annual Philanthropy Awards Luncheon took place earlier this month

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A Dream Becomes a Reality for Fans at Chiefs Fantasy Camp

May 20, 2019

The Chiefs held their sixth-annual Fantasy Camp last week benefiting The University of Kansas Health System

The Kansas City Chiefs wide receivers joined Kansas City Community Gardens (KCCG) at Stony Point North Elementary to help students plant a garden at the school.

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Demarcus Robinson, Gehrig Dieter and a Handful of Other Chiefs Help Local Kids Plant a Community Garden

May 17, 2019

The players stopped by Stony Point North Elementary on Thursday to help several students plant the school’s community garden

New York Jets linebacker Darron Lee (58) celebrates a 36-yard interception for a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions in Detroit, Monday, Sept. 10, 2018. (AP Photo/Rick Osentoski)

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Five Things to Know About New Chiefs’ LB Darron Lee

May 16, 2019

The Chiefs acquired Lee from the New York Jets on Thursday

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Kansas City Chiefs and The University of Kansas Health System Partner to Host Chiefs Fantasy Camp

May 16, 2019

The Chiefs Community Caring Team, led by the team's quarterbacks, visited the Kansas City Regional Police Academy on May 14, 2019 in honor of National Police Week.

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Patrick Mahomes Leads Visit to KC Regional Police Academy in Honor of National Police Week

May 15, 2019

Mahomes was joined by fellow quarterbacks Chad Henne and Chase Litton on the visit

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Statement from Chiefs Chairman & CEO Clark Hunt on the Passing of Gunther Cunningham

May 13, 2019

Current and former members of the Kansas City Chiefs visited The University of Kansas Health System to inspire and share hope to those fighting battles in the pediatric unit.

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Tyrann Mathieu on the Chiefs’ Visit to the KU Health System: “A Lot of Hope Was Shared Today”

May 10, 2019

Mathieu, alongside a group of current and former Chiefs, visited kids in the pediatric unit of The University of Kansas Health System on Thursday

The Kansas City Chiefs Community Caring Team, led by the Chiefs linebackers, hosted a group of Girl Scouts at the Chiefs Sports Lab inside Arrowhead Stadium.

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Girl Scouts Earn “Play60” Patches Alongside the Chiefs’ Linebackers in the Sports Lab

May 10, 2019

The “Play60” patch is one of three badges the Chiefs offer to local scouts

Georgia Tech running back Marcus Marshall (34) runs away from Vanderbilt linebacker Nigel Bowden (52) to score a touch down on a pass from quarterback Justin Thomas in the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 17, 2016, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

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Four Things to Know About the Chiefs’ Tryout Signees

May 07, 2019

The Chiefs signed four players on Tuesday who attended Rookie Minicamp on a tryout basis

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Five Takeaways from Kansas City Chiefs Rookie Minicamp

May 07, 2019

Here’s what stood out over the weekend

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The Chiefs Make Roster Moves

May 07, 2019

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Charvarius Ward and Byron Pringle Visit Platte City Middle as Part of Character Playbook LIVE Program

May 07, 2019

The players surprised more than 700 kids at Platte City Middle on Friday

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Ambassador Gala Raises More Than $100,000 for the Organization’s Charitable Foundation

May 07, 2019

The Ambassadors Charitable Foundation distributes dozens of grants to local charities

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What We Learned from Andy Reid on Monday Afternoon

May 06, 2019

The Chiefs wrapped up rookie minicamp on Monday

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Chiefs Rookie Minicamp: Five Observations From Day 2

May 05, 2019

The Chiefs were back on the field Sunday afternoon

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Height Can’t Measure Heart: Chiefs’ Rookie Tailback Darwin Thompson is Determined to Prove He Belongs

May 05, 2019

Overlooked at every turn, Thompson is as determined as they come

The 2019 Kansas City Chiefs Rookie Mini Camp

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What We Learned From Sunday's Media Availability

May 05, 2019

Rookies Rashad Fenton, Darwin Thompson and Nick Allegretti met with the media on Sunday

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Chiefs Rookie Minicamp: Five Observations From Day 1

May 04, 2019

There were 72 players on the field Saturday afternoon at Chiefs rookie minicamp

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Rookie Minicamp is Underway, and the Newest Chiefs Can’t Wait to Get Started

May 04, 2019

New Chiefs Mecole Hardman, Juan Thornhill and Khalen Saunders met with the media on Saturday ahead of Rookie Minicamp

AFC Championship Game Kansas City Chiefs vs New England Patriots at Arrowhead Stadium on January 20, 2019.

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Andy Reid on the Beginning of Chiefs’ Rookie Minicamp: “We’re Eager to See What They Can Do”

May 04, 2019

Reid met with the media on Saturday afternoon

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Chiefs Rookie Minicamp: 72 Players Set to Participate, Plus Other Important Info

May 04, 2019

Here’s the roster of players who will attend the three-day minicamp this weekend

Texas linebacker Gary Johnson runs a drill during the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 3, 2019, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)

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Meet the Kansas City Chiefs’ 17 Undrafted Rookie Free Agents for 2019

May 04, 2019

The Chiefs signed 17 undrafted players to contracts before rookie minicamp on Saturday afternoon

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Chiefs Sign 2019 Draft Picks

May 04, 2019

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Chiefs Sign Undrafted Free Agents

May 04, 2019

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Chiefs Promote Anne Scharf to Vice President of Hunt Family Foundation and Civic Affairs

May 03, 2019

Chiefs Defensive Lineman visit the Lincoln middle school to teach football skills.

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Defensive Linemen Help Expand Chiefs’ FLAG Football Program to Kansas City Public Schools

May 02, 2019

The Chiefs’ FLAG program has been growing all over the metro in recent months

Chiefs Defensive Backs Visit with Cornerstones of Care.

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Chiefs’ DBs Visit Cornerstones of Care for Annual Charity Game Announcement

May 02, 2019

The Charity Game raised nearly $500,000 for Cornerstones last year

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Chiefs Legends Community Youth Football Camp Presented by Window World to Be Held at Arrowhead

Apr 30, 2019

Early-bird registration prices are open for the first 50 campers to sign-up

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Several Chiefs Participate in the Annual Braden’s Hope Calendar Shoot for Childhood Cancer Research

Apr 30, 2019

The calendars go on sale Sept. 1

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Top 10 Takeaways from the Kansas City Chiefs’ 2019 Draft

Apr 29, 2019

Here’s what you need to know about the Chiefs’ 2019 draft class

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GM Brett Veach on the Chiefs’ Draft Picks: “We’re Excited About This Class”

Apr 29, 2019

Veach spoke to the media via conference call on Monday afternoon

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Upon Further Review: Reactions to the Chiefs’ Draft Picks

Apr 29, 2019

Here’s what the experts from around the web had to say about the Chiefs’ draft selections last weekend

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Social Recap: The Chiefs’ Draft Picks Seem Pretty Excited to be Headed to Kansas City

Apr 29, 2019

Here’s how the newest members of the Chiefs reacted to the news over the weekend

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Brian Waters to be Inducted into the Chiefs Hall of Fame

Apr 28, 2019

Illinois offensive lineman Nick Allegretti (53) blocks Indiana defensive lineman Mike Barwick Jr. (51) during an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 11, 2017 at Memorial Stadium in Champaign, Ill. Indiana defeated Illinois 24-14. (AP Photo/Bradley Leeb)

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Five Things to Know About Seventh-Round Pick OG Nick Allegretti

Apr 27, 2019

The Chiefs picked Allegretti with the No. 216 overall pick on Saturday

Utah State running back Darwin Thompson (5) jumps over Colorado State cornerback Rashad Ajayi (4) during the first half of an NCAA football game Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in Fort Collins, Colo. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)

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Five Things to Know About Sixth-Round Pick RB Darwin Thompson

Apr 27, 2019

The Chiefs picked Thompson with the No. 214 overall selection on Saturday

South Carolina defensive back Rashad Fenton (16) warms up before an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 28, 2017, in Columbia, S.C. South Carolina defeated Vanderbilt 34-27. (AP Photo/Sean Rayford)

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Five Things to Know About Sixth-Round Pick DB Rashad Fenton

Apr 27, 2019

The Chiefs picked Fenton with the No. 201 overall selection on Saturday

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Five Things We Learned From Chiefs’ GM Brett Veach After Draft Day #2

Apr 27, 2019

Veach met with the media on Friday night to discuss Kansas City’s picks

North defensive tackle Khalen Saunders of Western Illinois (99) runs drills during practice for Saturday's Senior Bowl college football game, Thursday, Jan. 24, 2019, in Mobile, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

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Five Things to Know About Third-Round Pick DT Khalen Saunders

Apr 26, 2019

The Chiefs picked Saunders with the No. 84 overall selection on Friday

Virginia's Juan Thornhill (21) celebrates his interception against Connecticut in the second half of an NCAA college football game at Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field, Saturday, Sept. 17, 2016, in East Hartford, Conn. (AP Photo/Jessica Hill)

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Five Things to Know About Second-Round Pick DB Juan Thornhill

Apr 26, 2019

The Chiefs selected Thornhill with the No. 63 overall pick on Friday night

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Five Things to Know About Second-Round Pick WR Mecole Hardman

Apr 26, 2019

The Chiefs picked Hardman with the No. 56 overall pick on Friday

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Five Things We Learned from New DE Frank Clark’s Introductory Press Conference

Apr 26, 2019

Clark, Chiefs’ GM Brett Veach and Head Coach Andy Reid met with the media on Friday

Seattle Seahawks defensive end Frank Clark (55) defends against a rush by the Dallas Cowboys during an NFC wild-card NFL football game in Arlington, Texas, Saturday, Jan. 5, 2019.(AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth)

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Five Things to Know About New Chiefs’ DE Frank Clark

Apr 25, 2019

The Chiefs officially acquired Clark from Seattle on Thursday

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Chiefs Acquire DE Frank Clark Via Trade with Seahawks

Apr 25, 2019

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Chiefs’ Legend Christian Okoye Visits Soldiers and Their Families at Fort Leavenworth

Apr 25, 2019

Okoye, alongside current running backs J.D. Moore and Aaron Ripkowski, visited with soldiers and their families on Tuesday

The Kansas City Chiefs held a special Draft Fest event for Season Ticket Members at Arrowhead Stadium on April 26, 2018

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50/50 Raffle at Draft Fest to Benefit the American Red Cross and Flood Relief

Apr 23, 2019

The Red Cross has provided support to nearly 600 households in Missouri alone

Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Derrick Thomas (58) runs to make a play during a 1999 NFL game.

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A Historical Look at the Chiefs' First-Round Draft Picks

Apr 22, 2019

Exploring who the Chiefs have taken in the first round of the NL Draft over the years

Kansas City Chiefs at Cleveland Brown at FirstEnergy Stadium on November 4, 2018

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Behind the Lens: The Top 10 Photos of 2018 – No. 1

Apr 19, 2019

Counting down the best photos from the Chiefs’ archives

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A Historical Look at the Chiefs' Second-Round Draft Picks

Apr 19, 2019

Exploring who the Chiefs have taken in the second round of the NFL Draft over the years

A general, overall view of the stage before the Kansas City Chiefs pick during the second round of the 2017 NFL Draft on Friday, April 28, 2017 in Philadelphia. (Perry Knotts via AP)

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Mock Draft Round-Up: Who Do the Experts Have the Chiefs Taking in the First Round?

Apr 19, 2019

Here’s a look at who the experts from around the web have the Chiefs taking next week

Kansas City Chiefs at Seattle Seahawks at CenturyLink Field, Seattle, Washington on December 23, 2018.

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Five Things We Learned from Chiefs’ GM Brett Veach on Thursday

Apr 18, 2019

Veach met with the media on Thursday

Chiefs vs Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday Night Football October 21, 2018

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Chiefs to Play in Top Prime-Time Game of the Season According to NFL.com

Apr 18, 2019

The Chiefs will spend plenty of time in the national spotlight next season

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Five Important Things to Know About the Chiefs’ 2019 Schedule

Apr 17, 2019

The dates and times are now official

Fireworks burst from the corners of Arrowhead Stadium as a gigantic American flag is unfurled across the field during the National Anthem.

The Kansas City Chiefs lost to the Denver Broncos 24-31 on Thursday, September 17, 2015.

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Chiefs to Play in Five Prime-Time Games in 2019

Apr 17, 2019

The Chiefs will play under the lights five times next season

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2019 Regular Season Schedule Finalized; Chiefs to Celebrate 60th Season with Five Primetime Games

Apr 17, 2019

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) flexes his arm in the end zone after scoring a touchdown in the first quarter of an NFL Wildcard football game against the Tennessee Titans in Kansas City, Saturday, Jan. 6, 2018

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A Historical Look at the Chiefs’ Third-Round Draft Picks

Apr 17, 2019

Exploring who the Chiefs have taken in the third-round of the draft over the years

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Kansas City’s Very Own Drumline, “Chiefs Rumble,” is Holding Tryouts

Apr 16, 2019

Auditions are on May 11

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Chiefs Single-Game Tickets Set to Go On Sale Thursday

Apr 16, 2019

Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Jared Allen (69) celebrates a big play during the Oct. 22, 2006 home game against the San Diego Chargers. The Chiefs won 20-27.

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A Historical Look at the Chiefs’ Fourth-Round Draft Picks

Apr 16, 2019

Exploring who the Chiefs have selected in the fourth round of the NFL Draft over the years

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Eight Things We Learned from Andy Reid on Monday Afternoon

Apr 15, 2019

Andy Reid spoke with the media as players and coaches reported for Phase 1 of offseason activities

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Chiefs Begin Phase I of the Offseason Program as Preparation for 2019 is Officially Underway

Apr 15, 2019

The Chiefs can begin voluntary workouts at the team facility this week

Arizona Cardinals at Kansas City Chiefs on 11/11/18

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Behind the Lens: The Top 10 Photos of 2018 – No. 2

Apr 12, 2019

Counting down the best photos from the Chiefs’ archives

Kansas City Chiefs kick returner Dante Hall (82) runs with the ball during the Nov. 12, 2006 away game against the Miami Dolphins. The Chiefs lost 10-13.

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A Historical Look at the Chiefs’ Fifth-Round Draft Picks

Apr 12, 2019

Exploring who the Chiefs have selected in the fifth round of the NFL Draft over the years

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Chiefs Mourn the Passing of Ambassador Walter White

Apr 11, 2019

Green Bay Packers' Aaron Rodgers (12) is sacked by San Diego Chargers' Jeremiah Attaochu during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 18, 2015, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Jeffrey Phelps)

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Five Things to Know About New Chiefs’ OLB Jerry Attaochu

Apr 10, 2019

The Chiefs signed Attaochu on Wednesday

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A Historical Look at the Chiefs’ Sixth-Round Draft Picks

Apr 10, 2019

Here’s a look back at who Kansas City has picked in the sixth-round of the NFL Draft over the years

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Chiefs Preseason Opponents Set for 2019

Apr 09, 2019

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A Historical Look at the Chiefs’ Seventh-Round Draft Picks

Apr 08, 2019

The 2019 NFL Draft is just three weeks away

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Behind the Lens: The Top 10 Photos of 2018 – No. 3

Apr 07, 2019

Counting down the best photos from the Chiefs’ archives

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Chiefs Hold Local Pro Day on Friday Morning for 40 Area NFL Draft Prospects

Apr 05, 2019

The Chiefs held their annual local Pro Day on Friday morning

Kansas City Chiefs kick returner Dante Hall (82) runs with the ball during the Jan. 11 2004 home playoff game against the Indianapolis Colts. The Chiefs lost 31-38.

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Chiefs’ Legend Dante Hall to Announce Third-Round Pick at the NFL Draft

Apr 05, 2019

Hall is one of the top players in Chiefs’ history, and in just a few weeks, he’ll welcome in a new member to Chiefs Kingdom

Jacksonville Jaguars tight end Blake Bell (87) warms up before an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts in Indianapolis, Sunday, Nov. 11, 2018. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)

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Five Things to Know About New Chiefs’ TE Blake Bell

Apr 03, 2019

The Chiefs signed Bell on Wednesday

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Arrowhead Events to Host International Soccer Match this Summer, Furthering Case to be a World Cup Site in 2026

Apr 03, 2019

European soccer giants FC Bayern Munich and AC Milan will take the field at Arrowhead this summer as part of the International Champions Cup

Kansas City Chiefs vs Oakland Raiders at Arrowhead Stadium on December 30, 2018.

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Patrick Mahomes Joined Jimmy Fallon on The Tonight Show

Apr 02, 2019

Mahomes joined Fallon in front of a national television audience on Monday night

Cleveland Browns defensive end Emmanuel Ogbah celebrates a fumble recovery against the Cincinnati Bengals in the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 1, 2017, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)

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Five Things to Know About New Chiefs’ DE Emmanuel Ogbah

Apr 01, 2019

The Chiefs traded for Ogbah on Monday

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Harrison Butker Kicks Off the Chiefs’ FLAG Football Partnership with the YMCA of Greater KC

Apr 01, 2019

The Chiefs are sponsoring the YMCA’s FLAG football program for kids throughout Kansas City

Baltimore Ravens vs Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City, Missouri on December 9, 2018.

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Behind the Lens: The Top 10 Photos of 2018 – No. 4

Mar 31, 2019

Counting down the best photos from the Chiefs’ archives

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) in action against the Los Angles Chargers on 9/9/18 in The StubHub Center.

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Chiefs’ Rivalry with the Chargers Ranks as the Second-Best in the League to Watch in 2019 According to NFL.com

Mar 29, 2019

The Chiefs and Chargers have taken part in some of the NFL’s most exciting games over the years

Flag Football Kits at olathe School District

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Chiefs Launch NFL FLAG Football Program at Three Local Schools, and They’re Looking to Bring it to More

Mar 28, 2019

The Chiefs partnered with the Olathe School District to include a FLAG football program in their P.E. curriculum this spring, and they’re looking to bring it to even more schools in the coming weeks

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TRANSACTIONS

May

05/22
Dakari Monroe (DB) signed

05/21
Martrell Spaight (LB) retired; Dontae Johnson (DB) contract terminated; John Phillips (TE) singed

05/16
Darron Lee (LB) acquired from New York Jets in exchange for a 2020 6th-round draft pick

05/15
Juan Thornhill (DB) signed

05/13
E.J. Manuel (QB) retired

05/13
John David Moore (RB) waived; Sammie Coates (WR) terminated; Zack Golditch (T) claimed off waivers; Joe Fortson (TE) signed

05/07
Rashad Davis (WR), Marcus Marchall (RB), Herb Miller (DB), Andrew Soroh (DB) signed; Andre Lindesy (WR), Leon McQuay (DB), Dakari Monroe (DB), Jamire Jordan (WR) waived

05/04
Nick Allegretti (G), Rashad Fenton (DB), Mecole Hardman (WR), Darwin Thompson (RB), Dino Boyd (T), Jalin Burrell (DB), Jamal Custis (WR), Felton Davis (WR), Mark Fields (DB), Jack Fox (P), Darius Harris (LB), Gary Johnson (LB), Jamire Jordan (WR), Andre Lindsey (WR), T.J. Linta (QB), John Lovett (QB), Dakari Monroe (DB), Kyle Shurmur (QB), Cody Thompson (WR), Tim Ward (DE), James Williams (RB) signed

05/03
Josh Crockett (WR), Henry Mondeaux (DT), Aaron Ripkowski (RB) waived

April

04/29
Tejan Koroma (C) waived

04/24
Frank Clark (DE) acquired from the Seattle Seahawks in exchange for 2019 first-round draft pick (29 overall) and a 2020 second-round draft pick

04/10
Jeremiah Attaochu (LB) signed

04/05
Keith Reaser (DB) signed

04/03
Step Durham (DB) waived

04/03
Blake Bell (TE) signed

04/01
Emmanuel Ogbah (DE) acquired from Cleveland Browns in exchange for Eric Murray (S)

March

03/25
Dillon Gordon (T) waived

03/25
Anthony Sherman (RB) signed

03/14
Alex Okafor (DE) signed

03/14
Damien Wilson (LB) signed

03/14
Tyrann Mathieu (S) signed

03/13
Eric Berry (S) released

03/10
Justin Houston (LB) released

03/09
Carlos Hyde (RB) signed

03/07
Harold Jones-Quartey (DB) signed

03/04
Dee Ford (LB) franchise tagged

February

02/22
Sammie Coats (WR), Davon Grayson (WR), Dontae Johnson (DB), E.J. Manuel (QB) signed

02/19
Justin Senior (T) signed

January

01/15
Laurent Duvernay-Tardif (G) activated to 53-man roster; Ron Parker (S) waived

01/08
Chris Cooper (DB) signed to Practice Squad

Table - Summary
AFC WEST	W	L	PCT
Kansas City Chiefs ^x^*	12	4	0.750
Los Angeles Chargers ^x^y	12	4	0.750
Denver Broncos	6	10	0.375
Oakland Raiders	4	12	0.250

Table - Summary
WEEK	DATE	GAME	TIME
1	08/10	vs Cincinnati Bengals	7:00 PM CDT
2	08/17	@ Pittsburgh Steelers	6:30 PM CDT
3	08/24	vs San Francisco 49ers	7:00 PM CDT
4	08/29	@ Green Bay Packers	7:00 PM CDT