Chiefs Check-in: Closing out close games is what the Chiefs do
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The Chiefs have won 13 one-possession games dating back to last year, including all three of their postseason wins. Sure, sometimes they let one get away like they did with the Lions earlier this season, but the Chiefs usually find a way to seal the deal in close games. Making it even more impressive is how they do it despite key injuries and playing multiple rookies.
Here are the top stories on this edition of Chiefs Check-in for the morning of Wednesday, October 11th.
Chiefs have next man up mentality
Offensive coordinator Matt Nagy talked about having contingency plans when players go down with an injury.
Rookie WR earns top grade from PFF in game vs. Vikings
Check out who received the top grades from Pro Football Focus in the Chiefs matchup against Minnesota, with Rashee Rice leading the way.
Jerick McKinnon keeps things loose
Watch this clip of McKinnon getting Andy Reid fired up on the sidelines.
Mike Edwards proving to be an offseason steal
Defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo talked about the early impact Edwards has had in the secondary.
Chiefs' legend Derrick Thomas to be honored Thursday night
The Pro Football Hall of Fame and Kay Jewelers will present a “Ring of Excellence” to the family of the late Derrick Thomas in a pregame ceremony on Thursday night.
Chiefs monitoring Kelce closely
Reid said that Kelce is feeling better after injuring his ankle on Sunday, but his status for Thursday night’s game is still unclear.
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