SportsBeat KC
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Kansas City’s biggest sports stories of the week, for the diehards and the casual fans alike. A podcast covering the Chiefs, Royals, Sporting, Current, Missouri and Kansas college teams, and more. Hosted by longtime Kansas City Star sports reporter Blair Kerkhoff and produced by KCUR Studios.
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Kansas City’s biggest sports stories of the week, for the diehards and the casual fans alike. A podcast covering the Chiefs, Royals, Sporting, Current, Missouri and Kansas college teams, and more. Hosted by longtime Kansas City Star sports reporter Blair Kerkhoff and produced by KCUR Studios.
All rights reserved
It’s 2026 and we still don’t know where the Royals will build their next stadium. Why is that? We dig in on the latest SportsBeat KC podcast.
After Kansas basketball’s season ended with heartbreaking loss, Bill Self’s coaching future is in doubt. What’s the future for KU basketball?
KU beat reporter Shreyas Laddha goes behind the scenes on his feature of Kansas freshman Darryn Peterson and his tumultuous season.
What does Justin Fields bring to the Kansas City Chiefs after the NY Jets trade? A new weapon for Andy Reid. Plus: KU, Mizzou’s NCAA Tournament draw
The Chiefs kicked off NFL free agency with the huge signing of Kenneth Walker — but did KC overpay for the star running back? We break it down
The Chiefs scored a major trade haul from the LA Rams in trading Trent McDuffie — but did KC win the trade? Here’s our immediate reaction.
With the NFL Combine over, are the Kansas City Chiefs eyeing Jeremiyah Love or Rueben Bain at No. 9 in the NFL Draft? Here’s what we’re hearing.
Which of the top prospects are the Chiefs eyeing ahead of the NFL Draft? Here’s what Star columnist Sam McDowell and Chiefs Insider Pete Sweeney are hearing.
Did K-State make the right call in firing Jerome Tang? And how did KC land three top-10 World Cup teams? Let’s dig in on Sportsbeat KC.
Hear The Star’s sports reporters break down a huge victory at Allen Fieldhouse, plus more in our latest podcast episode.
We dig into the Bill Belichick Hall-of-Fame vote that everyone’s talking about, plus the latest on the Royals’ stadium search.
What went wrong in KC’s loss to Bills? Breaking down Chiefs at halfway point
Inside huge Chiefs game on the horizon, plus impact of college coaching shakeup
Inside Chiefs’ near-perfect shutout. Plus, who needs Sunflower Showdown more?
Chiefs impressive in victory, and look who they welcome back
How Chiefs’ roller coaster game ended in a crash, plus a World Cup update
Chiefs making strides after big victory, but the race is over for the Royals
Victory in New York fixed everything for Chiefs, right? Plus KC’s big soccer weekend
The oddness of an 0-2 Chiefs record & what more can Salvy do for Royals?
Explaining Chiefs’ stunning opening game loss & where do they go from here? Podcast
What kind of seasons await Mahomes, Kelce, Jones, Pacheco?
Why college football felt wild for KU, K-State & Chiefs’ roster takes shape
Why Chiefs changed approach to final tune up, and Kansas teams open college football season
Who is trending up and down for Chiefs preseason?
Breaking down Kansas City Chiefs' preseason opener. Who's trending? Insights on veterans, young players, and roster battles on SportsBeat KC podcast.
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Which Chiefs players need to come up big in preseason opening game
With Seth Lugo signing, Royals ended any idea of moving assets
How will the Chiefs handle potential suspension for wide receiver Rashee Rice?
Crazy weeks for KC Current’s Izzy Rodriguez include new deal, big goal
The biggest sports Border War of em’ all podcast: Who gets Chiefs, Royals?
We have these questions for the Chiefs as they break before training camp
After the Missouri stadium vote, ball is in Royals, Chiefs court. What’s next?
How KU, K-State expect to handle new world of direct payments to athletes
KC sports icons George Brett, Tom Watson have advice for Jac Caglianone
Royals could use Jac Caglianone’s thunder. When will he arrive in KC?
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At quarter season, Royals matching last year’s pace. Is that good enough?
Six takeaways from Kansas City Chiefs rookie minicamp
Chiefs draft podcast: Who makes the biggest impact early from this class?
A year after failed vote, Royals & Chiefs still seek stadium solutions
Chiefs soon on the clock. What direction do they take in first round?
Hoop madness ends but transfer portal madness keeps spinning for KU, K-State
Talking KC sports: How Peter Vermes helped shape KC soccer & Royals, NCAA top seeds
Breaking down Royals’ prospects, Chiefs free agency, NCAA tourney pratfalls
The Kansas City Royals are coming off a playoff season and bid for an encore. KC Star sportswriters break down the team on SportsBeat KC
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The Big Dance is almost here, but conference tournaments will affect both teams' fortunes
The combine, the draft and Kelce's future plans are hot topics for the show this week
A sobering night for Chiefs fans leaves some questions to puzzle over
The right plays at the right time have put the Chiefs on the verge of three-peat
Getting ready for the Bills and Josh Allen
Most of all, who's gonna play left tackle?
Navigating the long gap between meaningful games will require some strategy. Or will it?
And hey, how about that defense?
Looking back, and forward to the postseason
And did someone say "left tackle"?
The rest of the league celebrates, while the Chiefs take a long look at areas for improvement
Upcoming Matchup with the Bills should be a good one
It's early, but 8-0 gets people thinking about history
Meanwhile on the offensive side, DeAndre Hopkins makes his debut
Even when Mahomes has a "sub-par" game, the team finds ways to win
It was a magical night for our hometown teams
The team's historic turnaround might not be over yet
Hard to argue with a 4-0 start, but...
But Spags has the defense rolling
Nine games to go, and the pressure is rising
Some tough decisions on left table and running back will have to be made
Why Lamar Jackson's heroics weren't quite enough
The Ravens are a marquee matchup
The boys are playing some ball, but more tests await them
The 53-man roster will be set next week
One preseason game down, there's still lots of roster positions in flux
Roster watch begins in earnest in Jacsonville
Coach Eli Drinkwitz hopes to build on a Cotton Bowl win
It's next season now for the defending Super Bowl champs
The Royals showed well in the All-Star Game. Now they look to remain in playoff contention in the second half of the season.
Kansas State is one of the Big 12’s most consistent programs. That should carry the Wildcats to the top or near the top of the league
The local boy who conquered the sport and never left
There’s less rest for the Super Bowl champion, which plays the final game of the previous season and the first of the next. But no complaints from the Chiefs, who squeezed in a White House visit and ring ceremony around their off-season workouts.
Coaches, players,--who's to blame for the slow start this year?
Talking college baseball with an eye to the football season(s) ahead
NLBM President Bob Kendrick helps explain the effects of today's announcement
Ten years later, the heroes are back
On SportsBeat KC podcast, covering such Chiefs topics as unbalanced schedule, wide receiver situation and Travis Kelce entertainment network.
Awfully early, but the post-season looks possible
The Chiefs’ 2024 draft class addressed needs, specifically at wide receiver and offensive tackle, and the team took some fliers on others. Did the Chiefs meet all their goals, and do more positions require more attention?
Mock drafts and machinations that might fill some needs
A night to remember for Sporting KC
Both offense and defense have come out ready this season
The vote against extending a sales tax went badly for the Chiefs and Royals. On KC Star podcast, we discuss what that means for teams.
On April 2, Jackson County voters will shape the future of the Chiefs and Royals with a stadium tax vote. How will it go?
How does the team best build for a three-peat?
The Big Dance awaits, but first the Big 12 tournament
Jayhawks season has been a hard one to chart
A better beginning already
Dynasty in the making?
Super Bowl LVIII matches the Kansas City Chiefs against the San Francisco 49ers with the Chiefs looking for their third title in five years.
The 49ers are a two-point favorite over the Chiefs in Super Bowl LVIII, even though the Chiefs have been more impressive lately. Here’s why
It’s the Kansas City Chiefs vs. the Baltimore Ravens in the AFC Championship Game. KC Star reporters break it down on SportsBeat KC podcast.
For the third time in four years, the Chiefs face off against the Buffalo Bills in a playoff game. The KC Star breaks it down in podcast.
The Chiefs begin defense of their Super Bowl when the playoffs open Saturday against Miami. Why this journey is different.
Who gets to rest before the postseason begins?
They're still the season's biggest story
Mistakes doomed the Chiefs in their loss to the Buffalo Bills on Sunday, but one -- a penalty against wide receiver Kadarius Toney -- got more attention than the others.
A SportsBeat KC podcast focuses on the Chiefs and a defense, so good for much of the season, coming off a poor performance at Green Bay.
The Chiefs changed the pace and didn’t commit a turnover and succeeded in short yardage situations against the Raiders. Podcast
A very good season for area teams is heading towards an exciting conclusion
Kansas City Chiefs have had many highlights in first half of the 2023 NFL season. Who’s their best defender, most improved, top newcomer?
Talking Chiefs and their 24-9 loss to the Denver Broncos with a trip to Germany to play the Miami Dolphins looming.
Entering Week 8, the Chiefs have the AFC’s top record, and with an improved defense, is this year’s team better than last year’s?
Defense, rookie production and Frank Clark are talked about too
Chiefs ride a four-game winning streak and 15 straight over Broncos. How did it get this bad in Denver? Ex-Bronco Chris Harris shares his thoughts.
In podcast, Chiefs wide receivers and Patrick Mahomes are still trying to get on the same page. Give them more time to connect.
A big win on and off the field!
Getting on the same page with his wide receivers is still a work in progress
Blair Kerkhoff sits down for an hour-long chat with the man who orchestrated the Wildcats amazing football turnaround
How much will he play Sunday? And will Mahomes and his receivers get back on track in Jacksonville?
Gotta talk about it again, and now the Lions are coming to town
All three area teams are poised for success
One more preseason game before the cuts come
Injuries and some fine tuning as training camp winds down
The "big holdout" continues and the Royals' August breakout
An injury that hurts more than expected and the head Wildcat on the season ahead
Discussing how Chiefs carry on without Chris Jones (holdout), Kadarius Toney (injury)
Training camp is here, and the Women's World Cup is too
Kansas State, KU and the rest of the Big 12 welcome newcomers Central Florida, Houston, Cincinnati and BYU to what promises to be a wild football season.
In splitting a series with baseball’s top team last week, the Royals got excellent pitching, and in one case set a record.
Basketball, football, even a little Tigers baseball talk
It's been a good offseason for the Jayhawks so far!
Last chance for some Chiefs talk before camp comes to life in July
Last hurrah for a Super Bowl win
Off-season quickly heading towards the pre-season for three key players
Prepping for FIFA and football fans from around the world
Podcast: The Royals can’t seem to do much right and these days that includes fielding, where they rank last in defensive runs saved.
On podcast, Star columnist Sam McDowell shares thoughts on the Chiefs’ White House and praise from President Biden. Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes combined for about 5 seconds of microphone time but stole the show on Chiefs White House visit.
The Chiefs coordinators, Dave Toub, Matt Nagy and Steve Spagnuolo, share their thoughts on rules changes and new faces.
Team MVPs so far and an eye on the youngsters
"A show about nothing" takes all kinds of enjoyable turns
Plus some thoughts on the FB position and time with newly acquired OL Donovan Smith
OTAs underway, some observations from the front lines
Dropping Hunter Dozier and shuffling lineups as the team's losing ways continue
After some ups, a week of downs for our hometown footballers
Mayor Quinton Lucas and Chiefs CEO Clark Hunt reveal more of what's in store
Football, basketball even baseball trended up up for the Wildcats this year
The Chiefs have replaced their starting offensive tackles from the Super Bowl victory. How do they stack up to those they replaced?
Forty (!) years since a big baseball moment, and meet the new guy on the beat.
Slow start to the season brings tough questions
Looking ahead as the Jayhawks reload in a big (man) way
New kids on the block, and a summary from Andy Reid
The player who feared no walls comes back for an honor
A cavalcade of Mizzou coaches talk up the coming season
The fine art of trading up, and the city's dry run for the World Cup
Recapping the draft with GM Brett Veach, and Kathy Nelson from the KC Sports Commission
Last day of the draft is also last day on the job for Star's Herbie Teope
Hear from the Chiefs' first round draftee, and from Andy Reid and Brett Veach
Draft Day is here... some thoughts on it, and some words from prospects at the top of the list
Podcast: The 2023 NFL Draft has enlivened Kansas City sports. That’s fun amid the slow starts by the Royals, Sporting KC and the KC Current
Bobby Bell, Will Shields and Trey Smith speak about their memories of the draft; and how Mitch Holthus coined a phrase
Local connections to the big event this week
GM Brett Veach shares his thoughts about what the team is looking for and how it plans to acquire them
Salary bumps for football and basketball staff make news in Manhattan
The Chiefs' QB talks workouts, the NFL Draft next week and the sad story of Ralph Yarl
Andy Reid and Nick Bolton reflect on a championship and the process of starting towards another
Back home to face the Braves, the Royals look to shake off a dismal start at the K
Filling needs and building for the future comes soon to a giant stage near us
Two soccer franchises, zero wins so far
Bill Self missed the Big 12 and NCAA tournaments with a heart ailment. Now he’s back and more excited to coach KU than ever before.
The Chiefs have 10 picks in this year’s NFL Draft, which will take place at Kansas City’s Union State. Here’s who The Star thinks will be those 10 players: Podcast
The Royals dropped their first three games before finally getting into the victory column. Here’s what went wrong and right for the team: Podcast
Coaches talk before the title game, and two Naismith Hall of Fame coaches take a bow
Young players, some storied veterans and a new manager look to the season ahead.
The team's roster moves, K-State basketball similarities and Otis Taylor's legacy
The Royals head into 2023 with hopes of improvement and it started with the bullpen, which was overworked last season.
Reflections on some wild and wooly endings, and postgame thoughts from Coach Tang and players
Kansas State point guard Markquis Nowell is having the NCAA Tournament of dreams. Now, he and the WIldcats are one victory from the Final Four.
Success right out of the gate bodes well for the Tigers' future
Who's gone, who's staying and best wishes for Bill Self's health
A podcast on how Kansas State defeated Kentucky to advance to the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 in New York.
Is another Wildcat vs. Wildcat game game in store?
Goodbye to some starters from the Super Bowl team, hello to a few new faces
Dennis Gates and his Tigers will dance with Utah State on Thursday
Brackets and the barriers within them as the Jayhawks regroup
Getting ready for a new TV soccer season with KC's own Jason Sudekis
KU is the #1 seed at the T-Mobile Center, but the road ahead will be rugged
The Big 12 gets ready to choose a postseason champ
Big hopes for Tiger hoops and TK on SNL!
The start of the women's pro soccer season is just a few weeks away
What's next for the Super Bowl champs?
Conference play is about over, the Big Dance looms for Bill Self and his team
Scouting, strategies and salary caps
Kellis Robinett reminisces with former K-State guard about his career and the state of the current Wildcats
Scoping out the best basketball conference in America as the season nears its close
The new soccer season begins on Saturday
The newest inductee to the Royals Hall of Fame reflects on his tenure
Post-parade reflections and projections for the future
Bobby Witt Jr. and Nicky Lopez are ready to get started too
News from the locker room and a wild scene in Phoenix
Here’s how the Chiefs win Super Bowl LVII against Philadelphia Eagles
Travis Kelce, Chris Jones and more on final day of Super Bowl interviews
So many reporters, so many questions!
How is a Super Bowl organization built? Chiefs CEO shares his blueprint
Breaking down this Super Bowl with Joe Valerio, Philly guy + ex-Chiefs center
Which narrative will play out in Super Bowl 57?
Hear what Reid, Mahomes and other Chiefs had to say about the Super Bowl
Considering the legacy stakes for Chiefs, Mahomes, Reid at Super Bowl LVII
Hear from Butker, Cook more inside the Chiefs’ AFC title game locker room
A podcast about the Chiefs’ dramatic victory that sends them to Super Bowl LVII
Who wins Chiefs-Bengals, what are the keys and what does it all mean?
Bengals rematch four days away
First update on Mahomes’ availability stops short of full endorsement
The Chiefs meet the Cincinnati Bengals for the AFC Championship, but let’s not quickly forget about triumph over Jags.
Hot stove talk and a farewell to Royals beat writer Lynn Worthy
How the Chiefs get it done against the Jacksonville Jaguars in playoffs
Former Jags tight end Clay Harbor breaks down Chiefs-Jacksonville
K-State’s Jerome Tang wants to tip the fan love/hate balance in KU rivalry
This isn’t the same Jaguars team that came to Kansas City earlier in season
Teams from the old Big 8 are atop the conference now, but that may soon change
AFC playoffs will produce Chiefs’ next opponent. Who should they want?
Bad night for TCU, great news for Michael Bishop, Jeremy Maclin & ex-Chiefs
By winning, Chiefs clinch playoff bye and everything that goes with it
The final seconds tick away in a close game against Kansas. The opponent it taking the ball to the basket, and there’s contact with the defender. Foul or no? For the past two games the answer has been no, and the Jayhawks survived both times.
Chiefs, NFL final weekend arrives with uncertainty about how to finish
Game of the year, NCAA champs, World Cup call. Can ’23 top ’22 in KC sports?
Beats the alternative of Chiefs playing well and losing. Another close call
The biggest game for the Wildcats in many years looks to be a good one.
As the AFC West (and Chiefs’ next 2 opponents) turns, KC marches on
Chilly conditions but warm feelings for Kansas in first bowl game in 14 years
Podcast: Never too late to talk Chiefs, who face a different Denver Broncos coach
Chiefs will play in Buffalo-type weather to keep pace with the Bills
All Mizzou Tigers want for Christmas is basketball, football victories: SportsBeat pod
SportsBeat KC: How will the 2026 World Cup translate in Kansas City?
Congrats, Chiefs, on making the playoffs again. Now, get better: SportsBeat KC podcast
Sitting down with “Legatron.” K-State’s Ty Zentner booting his way to stardom
Chiefs carry the NFL’s highest standard, so it’s easy to nit pick
Hear what John Sherman and other Royals officials said about their proposed downtown ballpark
SportsBeat KC podcast: After Broncos battle is your Chiefs’ cup half full or half empty?
Why the Border War matters as Kansas visits Missouri in renewal of fierce rivalry
Are the Chiefs the AFC’s best team?
A full bowl lineup: How postseason matchups came about for Kansas State, Mizzou, KU
What to make of Chiefs’ loss to Bengals and the power structure in the AFC
Breaking down Kansas Jayhawks’ victory with Star’s new beat writer
Do Bengals have Chiefs’ number, or can KC prove last season’s sweep was an aberration?
A podcast on the Big 12 Championship Game between the league’s top two teams, undefeated TCU and Kansas State
Weighing the good and bad from Chiefs’ victory over Rams to maintain AFC best record
Kansas and Missouri prep title contenders and a big divisional rematch for the Chiefs
Get Chiefs this week or forget about catching them this year & shaking out the running back group
A new stadium on the horizon and Royals season in the rearview
K-State’s Big 12 title-game chances, Keyontae Johnson’s start
Big win, ugly hit, milestone sack and a touchdown worthy of a Toney covered in Chiefs podcast
High School football matchups to watch, Jacksonville Jaguars coming up for the Chiefs
Why Chiefs’ victory over Tennessee Titans still nags at me
Talking QB plans at Kansas State and how KU played a Self-less basketball game in opener
Taking football contract extensions, hoop expectations at Mizzou
Was this a glass half full or half empty triumph? We debate Chiefs’ overtime victory over Titans on podcast
Talking Chiefs’ role as big favorite over Titans, the busy bye week, and rating the rookies
Get to know new Royals manager Matt Quatraro and hear why he was the team’s choice
For Kansas, time to get on with business of defending NCAA title: SportsBeat KC podcast
Kansas State has a quarterback decision to make
What motivates Missouri Tigers’ hoop coaches Dennis Gates, Robin Pingeton?
A season finale that few saw coming
Friday night lights become win or season’s over in Missouri, Kansas prep football playoffs
More than halfway through college football season, and dreams remain alive for K-State, Mizzou, KU
After opening minutes, Chiefs went 44-13 against NFL’s top defense
The college basketball season doesn’t begin until KU, Mizzou, K-State coaches speak
Beckham Jr.? McCaffery? Here’s who the Chiefs could really use
Another week, another game of the year in the Big 12. Previewing K-State at TCU with beat writers
A new book by Jeff Gueilder, who started for Kansas in its 1988 NCAA title game victory, delivers stories of success and failure
What the Chiefs can take from Bills’ loss and apply to possible playoff rematch
In Buffalo, Chiefs-Bills not a 13-second thing. Getting Bills’ perspective
Why a slow start like last week is not recommended for Chiefs against powerful Buffalo Bills
Peter Vermes on Sporting KC’s lessons from 2022, excitement for 2023 and a great story about Messi
Whew! Kelce’s TDs, Jones’ penalty, two-point calls, Chiefs’ victory had it all
So many questions, as the team makes some big changes
Groundbreaking on a game changer for the city and the team
After a nearly complete victory, here’s how Chiefs can get better
KU basks in spotlight, Mizzou eyes rebound, Farmageddon for KSU
Discussing the future of Royals manager Mike Matheny and pitcher Zack Greinke
Beating Brady at home started in the first few seconds
The KC Current's amazing turnaround keeps soccer alive this fall
As the Chiefs shake off the upset loss at Indianapolis and turn their attention to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, it’s natural to wonder if last week’s problems will follow them into Sunday Night Football.
How the Big 12 football race might run through the Sunflower State
Best-selling author and former Star columnist Joe Posnanski joins Royals, baseball conversation
How the Chiefs fall-from-ahead loss to Colts was a shared disaster
Chiefs head for Indy, while metro high schools feel fall-like
Here’s how the Chiefs will operate without suspended linebacker Willie Gay Jr.
A Mizzou, KU + K-State podcast about league openers, undefeated matchups and a sandwich
Royals general manager J.J. Picollo joins the SportsBeat KC group to discuss several topics, including pitching development
How the KC Current learned to win in their 2nd season of existence: SportsBeat podcast
Not the prettiest, but an important early season win in Prime time at Arrowhead
A contrast in fortunes for the area's power conference college teams
Some can’t-miss storylines when KC Chiefs meet the L.A. Chargers: SportsBeat KC podcast
One young starting pitcher stands above the rest.
Patrick Mahomes and crew make few mistakes, but have to prepare quickly for Thursday night.
Before Mahomes vs. Kingsbury, there’s some high school football to discuss
If this is something of a transition year for the Chiefs with several new faces, expectations don’t change. Aim is another playoff run
Kansas State and Missouri face each for the first time in a decade and Kansas is feeling confident in a big college football weekend.
With Seattle’s Julio Rodriguez also having an excellent season, it might be tough for Kansas City Royals’ Bobby Witt Jr. to win AL Rookie of the Year award.
Legal sports wagering has come to Kansas. Here’s a breakdown, including some favorite types of bets from Star sportswriters.
If quarterback Adrian Martinez flashes, Kansas State should contend for Big 12 title
The overall roster talent is better in Coach Lance Leipold’s second season at Kansas. Can that translate into more success on the field?
The Royals have several talented young players. Should the team consider long term deals to Bobby Witt Jr. or Brady Singer?
MU hopes that this season's opener starts on the right foot.
The Chiefs preseason games have ended, and now it’s time to trim the roster from 80 to 53. There are some tough calls, and some easy ones.
The Kansas City Chiefs, NFL and broadcast booth life and times of Len Dawson, who died at age 87, told in SportsBeat KC podcast
The quandary that comes with having so many players in the "spreadsheet."
Strengths and only a few weakness displayed in preseaason Commanders game
College sports continue to change and the football season is almost here
Reigning in the praise on a few of the Chiefs as training camp nears its end.
No quarterback drama and the big presence that is Danny Shelton are on the Chiefs training camp table today.
An AL player of the week and other notable achievements for the Royals newbies
Recapping the highs and lows of the Chiefs' visit to the Chicago Bears
From lineman to running backs, the Chiefs beat writers explain who they will be watching most closely in Chicago
The MU head coach and the starting QB he's chosen spoke with reporters
A roster assessment with only one practice remaining before the first pre-season game
The Royals lineup (and strategy) has changed a great deal in the last week.
Deandre Baker released by Chiefs, and a new starter on the offensive line
Plays of the day from Chiefs training camp and an NFL veteran joins the defensive line
Pick by pick, rating the Chiefs draft choices performances to date, plus thoughts from LB Willie Gay Jr.
Orlando Brown Jr. in person at training camp, plus special teams talk and Travis Kelce goes on the record
Trade deadlines, measuring dingers and Buck O'Neil in the HOF.
The (announced) return of Orlando Brown and the first day in pads at Chiefs training camp
Complex defensive strategies, new personnel, and more active veterans are training camp topics
Chiefs training camp observations
Kansas City Royals have been playing rookies, including MJ Melendez. Soon veteran Salvador Perez will return from injury. How will that impact lineup?
Conversations about baseball's greatest ambassador, the late Buck O'Neil
Some schools are less fortunate than others in college realignment. Can we show some empathy for those that might get left behind?
With training camp starting in days, Chiefs beat writers discuss the things to watch.
Missouri looks to break through in Eli Drinkwitz’s third season. They’re starting over at quarterback. Do they have enough elsewhere?
After the All-Star break, the Royals will have some decisions to make their roster. Can they get younger earlier?
KU and K-State players, coaches and administrators talk recruiting, realignment and football's arrival.
Outgoing and incoming Big 12 commissioners share thoughts at Media Days
Kansas City Royals picked up two victories and three players on Monday as the team continues to reshape itself for future seasons.
For once, the Big 12 isn’t the conference that appears vulnerable in college sports realignment. It’s the Pac-12. How does this impact the Big 12?
What can Kansas City expect when the World Cup comes to town in 2026?
The Royals have been walked off twice in three games with home runs. It’s been that kind of season for the bullpen.
K-State hitting a home run on home state recruits
Royals mid-season moves rouse the writers
Predictions about players and their progress as the KC Chiefs head toward a new season.
Women's soccer takes a giant step with KC Current's new facility, plus thoughts on the World Cup coming to town.
KU standouts Ocha Agbaji and Christian Braun await the NBA Draft, while teammate Jalen Wilson discusses his return,
With Kansas City Royals having their best road trip of the season is it enough to alter the team’s plans for the near future? Podcast explores the topic.
Chiefs training camp recap and Patrick Mahomes' 6-16 press conference
Podcast: Kansas City rolled up its sleeves and the work paid off in landing a spot on the list of cities to host World Cup games in 2026.
Predictions for FIFA's 2026 World Cup host cities
Kansas City Royals pitchers are struggling on the mound. They lead baseball in walks issued and that’s a big part of the team’s MLB-worst 20-40 record.
A Chiefs minicamp preview, with beat writers Herbie Teope and Jesse Newell
The former Packers and now-Chiefs wide receiver has played with two NFL great quarterbacks
Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes reunites with coach Matt Nagy.
What can last-place Kansas City Royals get in return for trading some of their top players, like Andrew Benintendi, Scott Barlow? Perhaps it’s time to find out.
Missouri Tigers football coach Eli Drinkwitz assesses personnel questions and the impact of NIL.
Following the departure of Tyreek Hill, a large cadre of wide receivers will vie for playing time with the Chiefs.
KC Current President Allison Howard and the mid-seaason state of Sporting KC
Kansas City Royals have caught up to the Cincinnati Reds in sharing baseball’s worst record. When can things begin to turn around?
KC Chiefs check in--Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce and coach Andy Reiid.
Kansas State fanbase meets its new basketball coach Jerome Tang
Kansas City MLB team has lost five straight and are in last place in the AL Central. Ride it out, or make big changes and perhaps delay the rebuild?
Kansas City Chiefs selected a defensive end in the first round of the NFL Draft but are they finished building the position? Discussion on SportsBeat KC podcast.
SportsBeat KC: Getting up to date on some Kansas Jayhawks past, present and future
Legal sports wagering is on the books in Kansas and now it’s a matter of time before the first bets can be placed. Got some betting strategies?
The Royals fired hitting coach Terry Bradshaw and elevated Alec Zumwalt. But offense isn’t the Royals only problem. What might be next?
With Melvin Ingram signing with Dolphins, defensive end becomes that much more of a priority for Kansas City NFL team and general manager Brett Veach.
The Chiefs and the rest of the NFL have learned their full schedules. For the Chiefs, the biggest challenges come early.
The NASCAR Cup Series comes to Kansas Speedway, along with the trucks and ARCA this weekend. Next Gen cars have leveled NASCAR’s playing field.
Royals won their first two games of the MLB season and ran off a three-game winning streak a week later. But that’s it for momentum this season.
KC Chiefs rookies Jaylen Watson, Skyy Moore and Isiah Pacheco meet the press for the first time and Jesse Newell takes a bow in his new role.
Checking in on the state of KC's pro soccer teams, the Current and Sporting Kansas City, with beat writer Daniel Sperry.
Speaking to reporters during the NFL Draft, Chiefs chairman and CEO Clark Hunt addressed where the Chiefs will call home, legal betting and the World Cup.
The Royals have lost at least four in a row three times already in a season that’s only 21 games old. How can they put a stop to the skidding?
The Kansas City Chiefs NFL Draft class has was lauded by those who grade them. George Brett and Tom Watson continue to support ALS event.
The Chiefs took defensive players with their two first-round picks in the NFL Draft. Don’t be surprised if wide receiver is next position taken
K-State beat writer Kellis Robinette discusses Skylar Thompson's NFL draft prospects and new basketball coach Jerome Tang.
Kansas City Royals lug a four-game losing streak into Tuesday’s game at the Chicago White Sox. And they’re breaking out City Connect uniforms on Saturday
Chiefs beat writer Herbie Teope preps the team's upcoming NFL draft priorities and possibilities.
Less than a week before the NFL draft, Chiefs GM Brett Veach explains the team's process and recent personnel decisions.
Missouri basketball coach Dennis Gates and football coach Eli Drinkwitz discuss the new realities of college sports.
The Royals have one victory in the last nine days but it came in their most recent game and Hunter Dozier came up big. The Royals would like to see more of that
Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and wide receiver Mecole Hardman talk about offseason changes.
The Royals won their first two games, then dropped three straight. How concerned should they be with the starting pitching and Carlos Santana’s bat?
New UMKC women's basketball Coach Dionnah Jackson-Durrett and Mizzou assistant Charlton "C.Y." Young are introduced.
Chiefs mock drafts and the inside scoop with Tyrann Mathieu
A week after becoming NCAA basketball champions the Kansas Jayhawks celebrate and plan for the future
Too early to print playoff tickets? Probably, but Thursday’s opener and Friday’s off-day present a moment for reflection about what this season could become for the KC Royals.
BV North graduate Meets the Masters
KU defeats North Carolina for 4th NCAA championship
Kansas meets North Carolina for the NCAA championship
The Bill Self-Jay Wright meeting in the NCAA Tournament has been fruitful. The winner has gone on to win the national championship all three times.
Manager Mike Matheny has named Zack Greinke the Opening Day starter. No surprise. But who will take the ball in the next few games for the Royals?
The Chiefs hcalled Arrowhead Stadium home for five decades. Is this week’s suggestion of moving to Kansas the beginning of a leverage play
March Madness podcast: Duke, Kansas, North Carolina and Villanova are left. Matchup predictions and spread for games in New Orleans. Who will win championship?
Beat writers discuss how the Kansas Jayhawks rolled past Miami to win the Midwest Region and qualify for the 16th Final Four in program history.
Kansas State hired Jerome Tang and Missouri hired Dennis Gates to take over their basketball programs. What are the Wildcats and Tigers getting?
The Royals don’t have many player position questions to be answered at spring training. The lineup looks set and the team is playing well early.
The Chiefs traded Tyreek Hill to the Miami Dolphins for three draft picks in 2022 and two more in 2023. A nice haul but Chiefs are giving up a top impact player.
March Madness podcast: Biggest upsets and surprises through first two rounds. Games to watch, best players and teams, Final Four and championship picks.
It’s been four years since the Kansas Jayhawks reached the Sweet 16, and the last time KU ended a drought this long a stuffed monkey contributed.
The Kansas Jayhawks take on Creighton an NCAA Tournament second-round game Saturday. WIth a victory, KU would catch Kentucky on the NCAA’s all-time victories list.
Kansas City Royals added pitchers Zack Greinke and Amir Garrett in an effort to upgrade the roation and the bullpen for a team looking to contend
Here come the Denver Broncos and Los Angels Chargers in the AFC West, building through free agency. How have the Kansas City Chiefs responded?
Beyond the Bracket: Get ready to fill out your March Madness bracket
Here’s how things might unfold for the Kansas at the NCAA Tournament, which begins Thursday for the Jayahwks in Fort Worth, Texas.
SportsBeat KC picks up after an absence with talk about the Chiefs’ roster and wondering about the future of K-State’s Bruce Weber and Mizzou’s Cuonzo Martin
Beyond the Bracket: Previewing a wild week of conference tournaments
Beyond the Bracket: What’s the best way to evaluate teams?
Beyond the Bracket: The first episode of SportsBeat KC’s new March Madness show
How can the Kansas City Chiefs improve this offseason?
The magic came to an end Sunday as the Chiefs lost to the Bengals in overtime. We’re talking about it via our final post-game livestream of the season.
Join the KC Star coverage team of Herbie Teope, Sam McDowell and Vahe Gregorian as they look forward to Sunday’s Chiefs-Bengals AFC Championship Game.
Join columnist Vahe Gregorian, beat writer Sam McDowell, reporters Jesse Newell and Lila Bromberg and host/reporter Herbie Teope to discuss the heroics that sent the Chiefs to their NFL record fourth straight conference championship game right here in Kansas City.
The AFC Divisional Round kicks off the weekend, and Sunday night’s game between the Chiefs and Buffalo Bills Arrowhead Stadium projects to be a very good one.
The Chiefs beat the Steelers soundly Sunday night at Arrowhead Stadium to advance to a Divisional Round showdown against the Buffalo Bills next Sunday at Arrowhead Stadium.
It’s the opening round of the NFL playoffs, with the Chiefs facing the Steelers at Arrowhead Stadium on Sunday night.
The postseason is next for the Kansas City Chiefs, but for now the opponent and date of their first game is unknown. KC Star sportswriters discuss.
The Chiefs have plenty to play for in the regular-season finale.
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Kansas City Chiefs lose at Cincinnati Bengals and no longer control No. 1 seed in AFC playoffs. What went wrong for Patrick Mahomes, defense, Andy Reid?
The Chiefs have unfinished business in Week 17.
Chiefs pummeled Steelers to clinch record-setting sixth AFC West title on Sunday
Kelce, Hill, others on reserve/COVID-19 list for Steelers matchup
Podcast analysis of Chiefs’ December 16 overtime win at L.A. Chargers
Miss our Chiefs post-game show on Sunday? Here’s the discussion in podcast form.
The Chiefs have a chance to get their offense back on track Sunday against the Las Vegas Raiders.
Listen to Kansas City Star reporters’ late-night conversation on the Kansas City Chiefs’ 22-9 NFL victory against the Denver Broncos on SportsBeat KC podcast.
Previewing Chiefs-Broncos and Mellinger interview with Eric Berry
The Kansas City Chiefs kept the Cowboys out of the end zone, came up with five sacks and three takeaways in Sunday’s victory over Dallas in KC.
The MLS playoffs get underway at Children’s Mercy Park on Saturday as Sporting KC takes on the sizzling Vancouver Whitecaps.
Breaking down the KC Chiefs-Dallas Cowboys matchup via today’s SportsBeat Live broadcast
Cowboys at Chiefs from a Dallas perspective
Postseason play is assured for Kansas State, while Missouri needs one more victory
Kansas scored an improbable overtime triumph at Texas last weekend. Here’s what it means to Lance Leipold’s program going forward,
There was so much to like about the Chiefs’ 41-14 victory at the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday. They’ve now won three straight.
Despite some offensive woes, the Chiefs take a two-game winning streak into Sunday night
Focusing on quarterbacks at K-State, Mizzou
Beat writers Gary Bedore and Jesse Newell covered the game and share their thoughts.
An uncalled handball in the box hurt Sporting Kansas City, changing the MLS playoff picture and sending coach Peter Vermes into a tizzy during the club’s regular-season finale.
We explore the Chiefs’ 13-7 victory over the Green Bay Packers. Not the prettiest game, but it succeeded in moving the Chiefs over .500.
Talking Kansas State, Kansas and Missouri football and a little hoops as crossover season begins
Chiefs welcomed Melvin Ingram, bid farewell to Laurent Duvernay-Tardif and sent well wishes to Aaron Rodgers
Packers QB Aaron Rodgers tested positive for COVID-19
The Chiefs defeated the New York Giants 20-17 on Monday Night Football. The offense still has issues but Chiefs will take the triumph.
Kansas City’s NWSL team finally has a name. They’ll be called the Current. Like a river’s flow. We also get into Sporting KC and the MLS playoffs.
Mizzou can follow K-State into victory lane
Fixing KC Chiefs starts with QB Patrick Mahomes
Kansas Jayhawks football, OU, future
A big victory in Seattle allowed Sporting Kansas City to close gap in race for MLS Western Conference top spot.
The Chiefs got hammered by the Tennessee Titans in the type of loss we haven’t seen in the Patrick Mahomes era.
The Chiefs visit the Tennessee Titans on Sunday in what figures to be a battle between offensive starts Patrick Mahomes and Derrick Henry.
FIFA officials toured the city and said nice things, but did KC do enough?
Big 12 men’s basketball coaches take questions at media day
Kansas City is one of 17 U.S cities looking to land 11 spots to host World Cup soccer games in 2026. The FIFA site visit to KC is this week.
Podcast: The Chiefs knocked off Washington 31-13 on Sunday and, despite their turnover problem persisting, they won going away. Are they fixed now?
A special SportsBeat KC podcast explores the idea of a downtown stadium for the Kansas City Royals. Is this a choice between the past and the future for KC?
Bad stuff KC Chiefs are doing? Fixable in NFL terms
Home underdog role for K-State, Mizzou, KU football
Kansas City’s bid for the 2026 World Cup is coming up. Sporting KC Coach Peter Vermes shares his thoughts
In a rarity, five members of the 2018 draft class made their starting pitching debut for the Royals in 2021. The payoff should begin next season.
After falling to the Buffalo Bills, the Chiefs have now lost more games in 2021 than they did in the 2020 regular season. What’s going on?
Buffalo QB Josh Allen could pose problems for the KC defense
Missouri, K-State and KU remain winless in their respective conferences
Vlatko Andonovksi's NWSL comments and Shaun Goodwin's MLS report
The Royals finished the season with a 74-88 record, but Salvador Perez was amazing becoming the first Royals player to lead the American League in home runs and RBIs.
The Chiefs beat the Eagles because KC never stopped scoring, and Philly settled
This team is much better than the 1-5 Chiefs of 2015
K-State, Mizzou return home seeking victories
Andy Reid: “I guess I’ll start with my injury report”
Salvador Perez is a lock for Royals position player of the year, but who has been top pitcher?
The Chiefs have lost consecutive games for the first time since 2019. Against the Chargers, like against the Ravens, turnovers played a major role.
Talking Chiefs and improvements needed to return to the Super Bowl track, and why it doesn’t make sense to panic over a Week 2 loss.
Here’s what’s at stake for K-State, MU, KU
What loss to Ravens revealed about Chiefs
Former KC Star columnist Joe Posnanski has written The Baseball 100, which tells the story of the game’s history through its greatest players.
Kansas City Chiefs owned an 11-point lead in the fourth quarter only to see it fritter away in a 36-35 loss at the Baltimore Ravens. This is how it happened.
Daniel Salloi keeps scoring goals and KC NWSL will have a new place to practice starting next year
The Kansas City Chiefs are favored to win at the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday Night Football. Here’s how the Chiefs could make it four straight in this series.
The tough luck for K-State’s Skylar Thompson
The Royals are getting great offense and defense lately from left-fielder Andrew Benintendi. How much longer will he be the team’s left fielder?
The Chiefs trailed the Cleveland Browns by two scores in the fourth quarter but rallied behind Patrick Mahomes to win the opener 33-29.
Lots on the line for Missouri vs. Kentucky in SEC
The Chiefs are days away from opening their 2021 season against the Cleveland Browns. We cover all the angles in our daily SportsBeat KC podcast.
K-State, KU tied for 1st in college football
A month remains this season for non-playoff teams like the Royals. What should they prioritize down the stretch? We discuss in our daily podcast.
Year 2 of Drinkwitz’s Mizzou looks promising
K-State meets Stanford in Texas Saturday in the Wildcats’ opener. And KSU has the advantage of a super-senior quarterback in Skylar Thompson.
Breaking down KU football under Lance Leipold
Royals catcher Salvador Perez is having the greatest stretch of his career. Why is it happening now? That recovery year (2019) might be the reason.
Could Chiefs pick up a player released by another team? The league-wide deadline for getting rosters under the 53-player limit is Tuesday.
Woso no longer so-so, and the summer of Salloi
The Chiefs have to reduce their roster from 80 to 53 after Friday’s final preseason game. The starters are about set. Where are the position battles?
Pac-12, Big Ten, ACC alliance snubs Big 12
Tough not to get revved about Royals’ rotation
The Kansas City Chiefs’ defense dominated last week and the team plays its final exhibition game of the summer this week at Arrowhead Stadium.
On Sporting Kansas City, KC NWSL soccer clubs
The Chiefs expect starters to play more snaps in their second preseason game, at the Arizona Cardinals. Here’s who needs to make a good impression.
It’s realignment season once again for Big 12 schools
So, no Bobby Witt Jr., on Royals this season?
The Chiefs won their preseason opener at the San Francisco 49ers and the biggest development was the play of the starting offensive line.
What might we expect from this group in the team’s preseason opener Saturday evening?
Sporting Kansas City rested regulars for its Leagues Cup game against Club Leon and lost 6-1. Saving the MLS season appears to be SKC’s greater goal.
Missouri welcomed new athletic director Desiree Reed-Francois, the first woman to hold that position in school history, to Columbia on Wednesday.
Hernandez, Lopez part of Royals’ MLB future
Desiree Reed-Francois is Mizzou’s new athletic director and first woman to head the athletic department.
Sporting KC is on a roll, on and off the field, and should the US Women’s National Team be good with a bronze medal at the Olympics?
Steve Spagnuolo and Eric Bieniemy like most of what they’ve seen, but not everything.
What could Big 12, Pac-12 talks yield?
The shortstop plan next season for the Royals includes Mondesi, but not exclusively.
Patrick Mahomes discusses his latest Kansas City team purchase: buying into Sporting Kansas City.
Chris Jones, Clyde Edwards-Helaire: KC Chiefs training camp
Chiefs safety Tyrann Mathieu said he’s not thinking about a contract extension at training camp
The Big 12 received a seismic blast with Texas and Oklahoma applying to join the SEC. Where does that leave the remaining Big 12 schools?
How to explain the suddenly hot Kansas City Royals
For Chiefs, it’s a camp go in St. Joe
Eli Drinkwitz’s first SEC Media Days played to great reviews
A-Rod traded; SKC non-call blasted, USWNT loses, how was your day?
The Chiefs are headed to St. Joseph for training camp, and it’s always intense there. Andy Reid invariably gets the most out of these three weeks.
Our eyes shifted to the Triple-A Omaha Storm Chasers.
United States gymnast Kara Eaker from the Kansas City area has tested positive for the coronavirus.
Talking local Gold Cup flavor and Ted Lasso
Are league kingpins Texas and Oklahoma satisfied with the conference?
The 2021 college football season looms amid rising numbers in COVID-19 cases. Big 12 commissioner Bob Bowlsby said the league must remain vigilant.
Also, why ESPN felt the wrath of KC viewers during Monday evening’s MLB Home Run Derby.
Here’s what has happened and needs to happen for Kansas City to become a World Cup city.
Here’s how we put together the list of the best games in the history of Kansas City sports. Coming up with a list was easy. Which to include and where to slot were the tough tasks
Kansas City feels like the nation’s soccer capital again this week,
It’s addition by not subtracting.
The Royals are 14 games under .500 as the All-Star break approaches. Is it time to think about next season?
Lessons of the Negro Leagues are now available through podcasts and other digital commentary.
Sporting KC’s Gianluca Busio get the first national team call.
The Chiefs are looking to turn defensive end into a strength, and there’s no stopping the expectations. Chiefs are popping up as the NFL favorite.
Lineup, batting order, pitching duties: You name it, and Mike Matheny is changing it.
How Vlatko Adonovksi went from coaching pro soccer in KC to the U.S. Women’s National Team.
Sporting KC’s Daniel Salloi is a one-man wrecking crew. Can one goal lift the spirits of KC NWSL?
Kansas State and an expanded College Football Playoff would have been regulars.
For the second time in three months, Chiefs defensive end Frank Clark was arrested for gun possession in a vehicle in California.
The Royals have a transcendent and frustrating talent in Adalberto Mondesi.
Chiefs mini-camp messaging even included getting COVID-19 vaccine from a star player.
Sporting Kansas City looks to continue its winning ways while KC NWSL looks for a first victory. Also, what if best U.S. athletes played soccer?
Andy Reid isn’t sweating Le’Veon Bell’s comments.
After winning a Super Bowl, Laurent Duvernay-Tardif spent an opt-out year helping fight COVID-19
Starting a home stand didn’t end the Royals slump. They only dug a deeper hole.
Best record in NBA for Snyder, Utah Jazz coach who was ushered out of Missouri
One week away from wrapping up spring workouts. What do the players and Andy Reid say?
Sporting KC’s hot stretch started with victory over Austin. That’s the next opponent
A tweet from Chiefs safety Tyrann Mathieu suggests contract talks with the team aren’t going smoothly, or at least fast enough, for the All-Pro.
Jackson Kowar didn’t get out of the first inning of his major league debut
Bishop Miege and Blue Valley players sought by Kansas, Missouri
Sporting KC has three straight victories, KC NWSL seeks its first victory
Chiefs players and coaches met the media for updates on new additions … and predicting a perfect record.
Patrick Mahomes put it out there last weekend: The Chiefs’ team goal is to go 20-0. That would be the best record in NFL history.
Adalbert Mondesi was great at the plate, in the field and got hurt, all in one game.
Sporting KC’s Alan Pulido is hottest in MLS, and KC NWLS new kits are a knockout
Chiefs are stressing red zone defense in their offseason program
Name, image and likeness will put money in the pockets of college athletes. Will it also create recruiting advantages. We discuss on SportsBeat Live
Royals have played in spurts this year, including an 11-game losing streak
How the Chiefs line up across the offensive line will be of major interest
It’s another big soccer weekend for Sporting KC and KC NWSL
Jayhawks land a pair of high profile transfers this week
The Missouri Tigers held an outdoor fan event and coaches mingled with fans. It was the first time for such an occasion since before the pandemic.
The Royals have had baseball’s best month and longest losing streak in a quarter season
Offensive lineman Lucas Niang said he worked at guard and tackle during his opt-out year.
Sporting KC’s chance to win the week, KC NWSL’s new player on the way and Gold Cup in KC
The Chiefs open their regular-season slate with against playoff teams
Kansas State football and men’s basketball each finished under .500 last season. Here’s how they’ve attempted to improve heading into next season.
The Royals have broken down in all aspects during their losing streak
George Brett and Tom Watson can't conclude the golf fundraiser for ALS
Former Sporting KC star Matt Besler and former Wizards coaches Josh Wolff and Davy Arnaud, now with Austin FC, return to Kansas City this weekend.
Lance Liepold is the fifth Kansas football coach in the last dozen years
In each of the past two seasons, the Chiefs’ draft class has produced a pair of immediate starters. Will that be the case from the 2021 class?
The Royals remain in first place but have lost three of four
Chiefs added six drafted players to roster, starting with Missouri linebacker Nick Bolton
Kansas hired Buffalo’s Lance Leipold, Chiefs in NFL Draft's second round
Gianluca Busio was money for Sporting KC with his big goal against Orlando City.
As it stands now, the Chiefs will get a late start in the NFL Draft, not selecting until No. 58 in the second round. Here’s who they might take.
The Royals won’t want April to end.
Chiefs filled their biggest need in Orlando Brown trade
Chiefs general manager Brett Veach spoke to reporters about next week’s NFL Draft. He was short on specifics, and then a trade bomb was dropped
Home openers are up next for Sporting KC and the new NWSL team
Steve Wilks on how he landed at Missouri, and MU’s AD on name, image and likeness
Players like Jorge Soler waiting to heat up for Royals
The last time Kansas City media heard from Andy Reid, Patrick Mahomes and Tyrann Mathieu was after the Super Bowl loss.
Sporting Kansas City opens the 2021 season at the New York Red Bulls with a 19-year-old in goal.
Transferring has become a college hoops way of life. Is this a good thing?
On today’s SportsBeat KC, we discuss the charge filed against Chiefs assistant coach Britt Reid with The Star reporters who have covered the story.
Suddenly, a big start looms for Brad Keller
Transfer portal means roster makeover at KU
The KC entry in the National Women’s Soccer League opens play in Portland, Ore., tonight in the Challenge Cup. Also, Sporting KC has an addition.
"Leading in the Unknown" by Dr. Brandon Martin
The Chiefs are still looking for a left tackle, but free-agency time is ticking away
The Royals have won three of four to open the season. What’s been working?
It’s a college basketball show on SportsBeat KC
A conversation about the Roy Williams era at Kansas
The women’s team is back after three-year absence
The Chiefs have added a pair of linemen in free agency. They also lost a pair of veterans. How will the newcomers help Andy Reid and Co.?
On eve of Opening Day, let optimism flow
The Bearcats were amazing in winning NCAA Division II Championship
Is the Baylor-Gonzaga showdown for the NCAA title inevitable? Is there give and take in the transfer portal when it comes to Missouri?
Salvador Perez will go down as one of the all-time Royals greats
The Chiefs were active in the early days of free agency and now appear to be gathering themselves for another splash. Who are they considering?
Kansas’ worst NCAA Tournament loss came as a No. 3 seed
Missouri Tigers’ NCAA losing streak is now six games
The Chiefs introduced their new offensive linemen, Joe Thuney and Kyle Long, this week. O-line was the team’s biggest off-season need.
Decision on the Royals shortstop is coming soon
The Chiefs have been active in free agency, creating cap space and signing for need. What’s next?
Breaking down Missouri’s NCAA Tournament chances
Kansas won’t have a full roster for NCAA Tournament opener
The week in Kansas athletics: football coach Les Miles and athletic director Jeff Long are out. And Bruce Weber likely back at K-State.
He’s tearing it up in spring training.
The Chiefs’ stadium has a new name, or an addition to it, and the Mahomes family has a new addition. We talk about it and more on SportsBeat KC.
Cade Cunningham over Jared Butler? You bet we’re talking through this decision.
The Miles story couldn’t come at worse time for KU.
Kansas State spring football has started and the Wildcats return two starting quarterbacks. Who in college football has more depth?
Jarrod Dyson is on his way back to the Kansas City Royals
The Missouri Tigers got off to a fast start and now are trying to shake a recent losing trend. Radio analyst Chris Gervino helps explain.
Among the issues to sort through: Will Sammy Watkins be back with the Chiefs?
The implications of Kansas’ victory over Baylor.
Missouri is getting an early jump on spring football. Here’s what Coach Eli Drinkwitz and athletic director Jim Sterk had to say about the TIgers.
Who is this Royals “sneaky good signing?”
Ranked Kansas and Missouri along with unranked Kansas State were in action Tuesday. One came away with the victory and it wasn’t the 2 ranked teams.
Who can the Chiefs afford to keep on defense?
Pitchers like Danny Duffy, Greg Holland and Wade Davis have been there, done that in the best way. Now they get to help a young Royals staff.
An alternate idea to the NCAA Tournament selection committee, plus Penny Marshall’s gift to the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum
Victory totals for Royals sound right to you?
The offensive line looms as an off-season priority as free agency speculation begins. Also on offense, the Chiefs could be looking for wide receivers and tight ends
KU is getting hot ... and the Cats continue to struggle.
We break it down in this episode of our daily KC sports pod.
Missouri and Kansas will be NCAA Tournament teams, but to enter March Madness with a head of steam they need to keep improving.
This KC Royals trade didn’t come out of left field
On today’s SportsBeat KC podcast, former Star colleagues of Terez Paylor pay tribute to the sportswriter who died much too young this week at age 37.
On today's podcast, we hear from Patrick Mahomes and Andy Reid.
We’re talking about it. What the heck happened?
KC Chiefs lineman Laurent Duvernay-Tardif is using his medical degree to fight COVID-19.
We talk keys to the game and to recall the team’s successful days under Marty Schottenheimer.
Don’t look for the Super Bowl to start like a regular-season contest, and what fans do safely in Tampa Bay? Hear what a Tampa Bay Times writer says.
New versus lasting greatness.
We're kicking off Super Bowl week with questions.
The Big 12/SEC Challenge series has arrived with Kansas, Missouri and Kansas State facing some challenges.
Time to identify the story lines in the Chiefs-Buccaneers Super Bowl encounter.
The biggest Tampa Bay fan? That might be one Dick Vitale.
The Chiefs’ star power speaks.
Patrick Mahomes versus Tom Brady.
In the final Chiefs comments before the AFC Championship Game against the Buffalo Bills, a little news was made by one Patrick Mahomes.
He’s playing, right? We talk about the scenarios on this new podcast.
Andy Reid addressed Patrick Mahomes’ injury, and Chiefs players Chad Henne, Chris Jones, Tyreek Hill and Eric Fisher had plenty to say as the AFC title game against the Bills appraoches.
About KU Jayhawks’ skid, and Patrick Mahomes
Chad Henne finished what Patrick Mahomes started. What an afternoon.
The Jayhawks play for the Big 12 title every season, but their position in the standings could change the approach. Also, did K-State do right in moving its football opener away from home?
What to expect when the Chiefs meet the Browns
Patrick Mahomes, Tyreek Hill and Travis Kelce talk playoff opponent Cleveland Browns, regrets from 2020, and Kelce on handling the fans from his Cleveland hometown.
With three books about the Chiefs, author Michael MacCambridge knows this franchise and its history.
This playoff game at Arrowhead is loaded with juicy connections.
Our expert basketball analysis from KU, Mizzou, K-State
Observing the playoffs from Chiefs’ perspective
Bob Davis talks Jayhawks, life in broadcasting
The Chiefs offensive coordinator is interviewing for a head coaching job for the third straight year.
Regular season ends, now Chiefs seek history
Will the Chiefs have what it takes to register their 15th regular-season win without their No. 1s?
KC sports fans have plenty to look forward to in 2021. But when can we drop the masks?
Missouri’s good football season was set to end in the Music City Bowl, but the game was called off because of COVID-19.
Close but another victory cigar for Chiefs
Looking back at the biggest Kansas City sports stories of 2020.
What should KC Chiefs do with starters if they beat the Falcons on Sunday and clinch AFC's No. 1 seed?
What’s up at KU, Mizzou, K-State? Plenty
Star sportswriters find some new ways to describe the NFL’s top team.
Kansas needed a bucket and a stop in the final 14 seconds to beat Texas Tech in the BIg 12 opener and the Jayhawks got both.
Is Chiefs at Saints the NFL’s game of the season?
Winning basketball news at Mizzou, K-State
We’re projecting a 2021 lineup on this episode of the daily sports podcast.
Two picks and a 30-yard sack. Oof
Fingers crossed for Missouri's big Saturday.
Covering all Chiefs topics, and some non-Chiefs, reptilian ones.
Rock Chalk and rock bottom in basketball
There’s a lot to talk about this week when it comes to Kansas City sports.
No, this was not a conventional victory.
A big weekend for Missouri and Kansas State. The Tigers entertain Arkansas and their former coach, Razorbacks assistant Barry Odom, and KSU wants a bowl.
How Wednesday’s NFL game impacted Chiefs
SportsBeat KC: KU’s Jalen Wilson with a splash game, and Royals welcome Michael Taylor
New playoff date gives Alan Pulido more healing time
Breaking down an impressive Chiefs victory
Chiefs talk ahead of Bucs ... and the best thing you ate on Thanksgiving was?
The intersection of college football and basketball makes it a busy week.
The KC Roos’ 2020-21 basketball seasons start this week, and we’re discussing their prospects.
There was nothing easy about the Chiefs’ victory over the Raiders
It’s been three weeks since Mizzou’s last football game, and Sporting KC is ready for a postseason run.
The A-Team talks Chiefs-Raiders
The NBA Draft will have a KU flavor.
Add a bus ride to Chiefs-Raiders NFL rivalry.
Kansas’ Bill Self, Kansas State’s Bruce Weber and Missouri’s Cuonzo Martin are concerned about COVID-19.
Mizzou joins college football’s lost weekend
There's more than team success in play for KU and Wichita State.
What needs to happen for Royals to contend?
Here’s what Sporting KC’s victory in snow means
Cue up this SportsBeat KC podcast and bask in the afterglow of another Chiefs victory.
Talking about Kansas State and Kansas on SportsBeat KC.
Football doesn’t cover all of Chiefs’ success
Florida’s victory over Missouri wasn’t much to watch from a Mizzou perspective.
The Star's Jesse Newell talks about the intersection of sports and politics
What did the punter say about Chiefs victory?
We talk K-State football and Kansas basketball on today's podcast
The not-so-frightening Jets are the Chiefs’ opponent the day after Halloween.
Do Mizzou and Florida have enough to field teams?
Sporting Kansas City is on a roll, and so is Alan Pulido.
The Broncos were no match for Chiefs, who are firing on all cylinders.
Much focus will be on these two players in Sunday’s Chiefs-Broncos tilt.
Talking Chiefs-Broncos on SportsBeat KC with the A-Team.
K-State looks to keep KU down, Mizzou seeks turnaround.
The Chiefs piled up 245 rushing yards, the most in the Andy Reid era, in a 26-17 victory over the Buffalo Bills. A sign of things to come, especially with Le’Veon Bell on the way?
A final look at Chiefs-Bills AFC showdown.
Fitting Le’Veon Bell into the Chiefs’ offense is a great ‘problem’ to have.
Missouri follows big LSU victory with ... a week off for COVID-19.
K-State is winning no matter who plays quarterback.
Talking Royals as they head into off-season
Today's podcast breaks down the Chiefs’ 40-32 loss to the Raiders.
We’re talking quarterbacks at K-State, Mizzou, KU on this edition of the daily podcast.
The team battled a tough schedule and COVID-19 in the season’s first quarter.
The Patriots and Raiders are among teams with positive test results this week.
Podcast: It took a while, but the Chiefs put away the Patriots.
Chiefs-Patriots will be played tonight after one-day COVID-19 delay.
It's a big college football week for Mizzou, K-State, KU
Another week, another huge game for the Chiefs.
Matheny on Royals’ improvement for ’21, plus Mahomes on being a dad
The A-team talks the Chiefs' resounding victory over the Ravens.
Kansas State shocked college football. Pro football gets a huge Monday nighter. Let’s chat.
Talking about Chiefs-Ravens advantages and some fun sports movies.
Listen to Patrick Mahomes, Andy Reid on Ravens game, Alex Gordon
Big college football week for Mizzou, K-State and KU.
A first look at the Chiefs-Ravenmega matchup on Monday night.
Chiefs outlast Chargers 23-20 in overtime. Look who’s the hero?
Brady Singer has pitched 14 straight shutout innings.
The Kansas City Star's A-Team looks ahead and gains calories
Mahomes took what the defense gave and won big.
Explaining K-State’s toe-stub football opener
Sam Mellinger and Vahe Gregorian join Blair Kerkhoff to talk Chiefs.
Chiefs fans took beating on social media after pregame reaction.
Big things are expected from the Chiefs’ first-round draft pick.
Here’s how the Chiefs will finish in the 2020 season.
Kansas State and Kansas have college football openers scheduled for Saturday. But stay tuned ...
Some familiar names were released as Chiefs got to a 53-man roster.
The SEC’s delayed start to the fall football season isn’t a terrible thing.
Chiefs have to cut roster from 80 to 53 on Saturday. Here’s who is safe.
Nebraska is one of those places where college football just means more.
Greg Holland returns to his familiar role as Royals’ closer.
What were the Chiefs’ training camp surprises?
Will the Royals be buyers or sellers at trade deadline?
Mark Donovan and Andy Reid talk about race and football's business end
We talk about how fans returned to KC stands for first time since March.
KU football will try to make math work in 2020
Headresses out, masks in at Arrowhead
Is the tomahawk chop on the chopping block?
He’s off to the best start by a Royals pitcher since Zack Grienke in 2009.
When Sporting returns home next week, fans will be in the stands. Details from SKC CEO Jake Reid.
Would you feel comfortable going to a Chiefs game at Arrowhead Stadium this season?
Eric Bieniemy said what about Patrick Mahomes?
Hear Bob Kendrick talk about the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum big day.
It seemed like football was always going to happen in the land of “It Just Means More.”
Medical advice steered the Big 12 toward football.
Chiefs’ Sammy Watkins, Patrick Mahomes and Andy Reid meet reporters.
One newspaper reported the Big Ten was is already planning to opt out on a fall 2020 season.
Once in a while, promise shows during the growing pains for Royals.
The former All-Pro likely would have found playing time with Chiefs. Now, he’s filling a need.
What are the Jayhawks and Wildcats' best memories in Sprint, now T-Mobile Center?
How will the Chiefs get ready for a season without preseason games?
It’s been a rough start for Mondesi, at bat, in the field, on the basepaths
It’s what players do between practice sessions that’s key.
And this is why Patrick Mahomes finished fourth in NFL player ranking.
Can he light a spark under slow-starting shortstop Adalberto Mondesi?
Baseball couldn’t get through the first week of re-starting the season without dealing with a COVID-19 crisis with the Miami Marlins.
Today’s podcast examines navigating the choppy waters of restarting football in a pandemic.
When the Royals are on the road, here’s where their TV and radio announcers will be.
Ready or not, and it looked like “not” this week, the Royals open their season Friday.
It helps to score a goal as early as the one netted in the opening minute by SKC’s Johnny Russell.
Not all bad news on the economic impact front
Behind the scenes of Chris Jones’ contract
How does a team shake off a loss like this?
Will college football be played? And who is your school’s top pro athlete?
The baseball season draws closer and the Royals are getting healthier.
This is how the Chiefs made the money work after throwing the bank at Patrick Mahomes.
Could Washington name change start trend against Native American imagery?
Returning to sports means reminding fans of Black Lives Matter.
The Royals are bringing the right approach to an unusual season.
Talk of nicknames with Native American imagery has gained momentum.
Talking about the richest contract in sports history.
Mahomes’ contract answered, new questions arise
Suddenly there’s this option for one of the NFL’s top defensive tackles.
This week, the university and athletic department responded to a student's taunt.
The Kansas City Chiefs running back died while attempting to save children who were drowning.
Former Star sports columnist Joe Posnanski had a lot to do with it.
It wasn’t difficult to get star-studded participants interested.
Does the team have enough talent to take advantage of a shortened season?
No one is sure what will happen next in this COVID-19 environment.
What a Bill Self lawsuit against NCAA might say about the KU basketball investigation
K-State, Clemson football teams show how bumpy the road back from COVID-19 can be
As baseball looks to get back to action, maybe the Kansas City Royals could be a model with the treatment of their minor-league players and front-office workers. Also, a Buck O’Neil story on SportsBeat KC.
Missouri has started its preparation for the 2020-21 sports year.
Fans were asked their opinions on their team’s coaches and the state of their sports programs
Players are speaking out against some of their schools’ traditions and coaches.
The Royals pleased with their draft and undrafted free agent crop.
MLS returns July 8 in Orlando. Why can’t other leagues move this decisively?
The Royals' rebuild through the draft begins on the mound
Kansas City Chiefs met the media and the topic was hardly about football. Andy Reid, Patrick Mahomes and Tyrann Mathieu spoke passionately about how their status can help fight racial injustice.
The National Association of Basketball Coaches held a webinar to talk it out
Veteran sportswriter Randy Covitz on KC’s greatest moments
The movement includes getting athletes to register to vote
Former Saints beat writer untangles the Drew Brees controversy
With training camp restricted to home facilities this year, Chiefs won’t be headed to St. Joseph
Athletes have weighed in on the protests and unrest across the nation over racism.
The team will play its minor league players and not layoff or furlough its employees.
Chiefs first-round draft pick Clyde Edwards-Helaire likes to work on cars and ride horses. Veteran offensive tackle Mitchell Schwartz likes to cook. They both love to play football and look to game’s return.
How are schools handling the return? What are the COVID concerns?
Do you agree or disagree with Sam Mellinger's choices?
The Volquez family decided not to let Eddie know the news until after he pitched.
Kansas City Chiefs coach Andy Reid discusses the NFL’s proposed new rule.
Reliving the crowing of the 2015 Royals. Here’s how they won it in World Series Game 5
Kansas City Chiefs coordinators Eric Bieniemy, Steve Spagnuolo and Dave Toub met the media for the first time since Super Bowl week and covered several topics like their impressions of the draft class.
We talk with Missouri basketball coach Cuonzo Martin about several topics.
Bill Hancock remains a college football optimist.
Mellinger MInutes for Your Ears tackles the big questions, like should Royals third base coach Mike Jirschele have waved Alex Gordon home in the 2014 World Series finale? And Arby’s has a fish sandwich?
Too bad listeners can't see the tour of his extensive shoe closet
Could George Brett became the first player since the 1940s to hit .400? He carried the batting average into mid-September before falling just short. Brett shares memories from the fun and frustrating chase.
The most underrated of Royals playoff victories
The Kansas City Chiefs may have the toughest first month of any NFL team in 2020
Kansas forcefully responded to NCAA allegations two months ago, and now the NCAA has pushed back just as hard.
Today we talk to Matt Besler about the experience.
How the 2015 team came together to win the crown
Why this could be Charlton’s last stop for a while
Let's talk about Game 4 of the 2015 American League Division Series.
The team exercised its fifth-year option on Mahomes. Duvernay-Tardif, a doctor, is on the COVID-19 front line.
U looked to avoid paying a $3 million buyout because of NCAA violations. The Beaty camp is fighting that charge
Kansas City Royals general manager Dayton Moore said he thinks baseball is closing in on a plan that could get the game restarted. He didn’t say when or how, but baseball folks are talking and Moore is optimistic.
The team bids farewell to veteran punter Dustin Colquitt, a master at his craft.
The Super Bowl champs didn’t need to add immediate impact players.
The Chiefs surprised with first-round draft pick
Who will the Chiefs take in the first round?
There might not be one taken in the first round on Thursday.
It’s a virtual setting because of the pandemic. But the show goes on.
McDaniels, 52, lived quite a life as an academic and civic leader after football.
We remember what we and others said in week before the selection.
Kansas City Chiefs general manager Brett Veach is preparing for next week’s NFL Draft from his home because of COVID-19. What does he say about the Super Bowl champs’ position, Patrick Mahomes and Chris Jones?
The Missouri Tigers are starting over at coach and quarterback and the transition would have been tough enough. Now the Tigers have to manage while not practicing together during the COVID-19 shutdown.
Also, how did beer sales impact schools’ concession bottom lines?
Some suggest new faces are needed to keep the team re-energized. True here?
Team leader Matt Besler explains how team will try to keep its edge.
Cornerback Bashaud Breeland signed a 1-year deal to return to the Kansas City Chiefs, putting another Super Bowl starter back in the field.
Royals manager Mike Metheny says he wants a return to normal
Kansas State men’s basketball team will welcome eight new players next season, not a bad thing for a program that finished last in the BIg 12. And what took the hoop hall of fame so long to induct Eddie Sutton?
Monday would have been the NCAA men’s basketball championship game. Instead it was another COVID-19 shut-in day.
Wide receiver Sammy Watkins signed a 1-year deal and returns to the Kansas City Chiefs, giving the Super Bowl champions all of their major offensive weapons from last season. Also, where is Andy Reid?
Thursday would have been the home debuts for Royals owner John Sherman and manager Mike Matheny.
Kansas Jayhawks Coach Bill Self said this KU team will be remembered among the best defensive teams he’s coached.
There has been plenty of roster movement from the Super Bowl champions.
Sam Mellinger and Vahe Gregorian talk about tackling covid-19 pandemic topics
We’re five months away from college football openers, but it’s not too soon to think about a possibility of the sport being impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
The COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic ended the college basketball season but nothing stops transfer season.
When the pandemic passes, the Kansas City Royals will begin their 52nd season.
The team signed quarterback Jordan Ta’amu, who was having an excellent season for the St. Louis Battle Hawks of the XFL.
Their teams aren’t playing, but they're helping people in need during the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic.
There is no busier sports broadcaster in America than Kevin Harlan. His voice will be missed.
A year ago, the Chiefs picked up Tyrann Mathieu in free agency. So far, nothing like that for the Super Bowl champions.
A few details remain for college basketball’s final No. 1 team, Kansas
There may have been some good news with Royals, especially in the bullpen.
And what other moves to the Chiefs make in free agency Monday?
It’s a remarkable moment in American sports, and we talk about it on SportsBeat KC.
In a bonus episode of SportsBeat KC: The NCAA and Big 12 men’s and women’s tournaments will be played without fans because of coronavirus. Here’s what Kansas Coach Bill Self and Big 12 commissioner Bob Bowlsby said about this remarkable development.
The Big 12 tournament opens Wednesday with the men’s event at Sprint Center and the women’s event at Municipal Auditorium. Are they in peril because of coronavirus?
NFL player moves will soon be in the news with the free agency and franchise tag periods ahead.
The Jayhawks also took their shot at the NCAA in a 307-point response to allegations.
Also, the Kansas City women’s basketball team won a title and made history.
But do Kansas and Bill Self have enough to win it all?
Northwest Missouri State Coach Ben McCollum speaks to what has made him and his program so successful, and who wants to be like Chiefs safety Tyrann Mathieu?
There is speculation that the NFL salary cap could jump from $200 million to as much as $240 million in 2021.
What did the Super Bowl champion Chiefs learn from their prospect hunt?
Emotions figure to run high. The previous meeting in Lawrence ended in a brawl.
We also talk Salvy Perez and Isaiah Simmons on today's podcast
Also, former star reliever Greg Holland gets a shot with Royals.
Missouri is 3-2 in its last five basketball games and even played well at times in defeat. Is this a long-awaited turnaround for Coach Cuonzo Martin’s team?
In NFL speed dating, coaches, prospects get acquainted at combine
The third-ranked Kansas Jayhawks visit the top-ranked Baylor Bears Saturday in college basketball's game of the year.
The ESPN personality talks about bracketology and how he helped create this wildly popular projection.
Mizzou once again in victory lane, with Kansas State on skid row
The team has many decisions to make, like how to handle players like Chris Jones and Bashaud Breeland.
How the Big 12 turned into a two-team race between Baylor and KU
The Negro National League was founded 100 years ago this week in Kansas City and some of baseball’s dignitaries like commissioner Rob Manfred and Royals owner John Sherman came to the birthplace, the Paseo YMCA.
A fast finish gave KU a nine-point victory and allowed Kansas to keep pace with Baylor in the Big 12 race.
Kansas City's team means more than just a championship celebration.
Here’s how manager Peter Vermes said the club will fix its issues.
What’s new about this year’s team? It starts at the top with ownership and manager
It occurred on the busiest week Kansas City Sports Commission president Kathy Nelson’s career
Ever wonder what players and coaches say during a game? NFL Productions is here to help.
The players did stay on top of their buses for long
Terez Paylor from Yahoo Sports joins the conversation on the SportsBeat KC podcast.
Three playoff games required overcoming a double-digit deficit. Amazing.
The Star’s coverage team breaks down the game and predicts a winner.
Mitch Holthus, Kevin Harlan and Tom Hedrick are a power trio over 50 years of listening.
The Chiefs' general manager speaks to putting together a defense that has excelled in the second half of the season
The Chiefs’ chairman and CEO weighs in on this episode of our daily podcast.
With time to talk, players have plenty of say. Hear from Frank Clark, Tyreek Hill, Travis Kelce and others.
It’s Terez A. Paylor, back with former A-Team partner Blair Kerkhoff
Hear from quarterback Patrick Mahomes, defensive lineman Chris Jones and defensive back Kendall Fuller
Here's how the 49ers powered through the NFC.
Conversation on the brawl that ended Kansas-Kansas State game
Beat writer Lynn Worthy and columnist Vahe Gregorian talk baseball
It's the first time in 50 years.
The Chiefs coordinators play a big role in developing the game plan for the AFC Championship Game against the Tennessee Titans.
The Star’s columnists and beat writers responded to audience questions and comments about the game.
For Sunday’s AFC Championship Game against the Tennessee Titans, they’re ready
Have Chiefs buried their bad playoff karma?
The Kansas City Chiefs overcame a 24-point deficit to beat the Houston Texans 51-31.
Also, Kansas takes on Baylor in a battle of five five programs on Saturday.
What are the big story lines? Among them, the Chiefs passing defense against Deshaun Watson
The Chiefs quarterback and coach talk about taking on the Texans Sunday
Deshaun Watson, JJ Watt and company look to pull off the upset in the AFC Divisional Round.
The opponent in the Divisional Round is a familiar one, the Houston Texans.
Kansas, Kansas State and Missouri each face tough openers.
The Kansas City Chiefs will know their opponent by Saturday night.
Patrick Mahomes discusses what’s in store for the team and fans David Koechner and Rob Riggle discuss their fandom
On the final day of the 2010s, we remember the decade’s coaching success in Kansas City pro sports and area college sports.
After the New England Patriots fell to the Miami Dolphins, the Chiefs earned a postseason off week.
What’s in store for the Wildcats when they take on Navy in the Liberty Bowl on New Year’s Eve?
It’s time to look ahead to possible playoff matchups and guess at the 2019 team MVP.
They involved a World Series parade, drafing at quarterback in the first round since 1983 and a conference nearly breaking apart but surviving.
What didn’t go well for the Chiefs? The defense continued its dominant play.
Andonovski shaped his coaching career in Kansas City, where he’s lived for 20 years.
The Kansas City Chiefs were busy this week signing Terrell Suggs and preparing for the Chicago Bears.
The seven-time Pro Bowl player should be on the field Sunday. Also, Kansas, now No. 1, will get tested at Villanova.
The team has often used this time to plant seeds for bigger moves before spring training.
Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, the defense and the snow were stars.
KU beat writer Jesse Newell breaks down a Kansas team that could be No. 1 when the next rankings come out.
How Andy Reid should play it is a topic on SportsBeat KC. Also, Broncos quarterback Drew Lock returns to his KC home.
Patrick Mahomes on the Chiefs’ sluggish offense, and Peter Vermes on Sporting KC’s huge get
The Chiefs beat the Patriots but are they a Super Bowl team?
Eliah Drinkwitz wins press conference, needs more victories at Mizzou
Who are the candidates for the Mizzou football search and when will a new coach be named?
The Chiefs are gaining momentum as an upset pick. Do we buy the talk?
KU beat writer Jesse Newell looks ahead at the Jayhawks’ big game on Saturday against Colorado.
Missouri is in the hunt for a new football coach.
Break down the Kansas City Chiefs' 40-9 victory over the Oakland Raiders on Sunday at Arrowhead Stadium. Next up for the Chiefs: a trip to New England
The SportsBeat KC podcast gets you ready for the Chiefs on Sunday with Raiders perspective from radio host JT the Brick.
The Kansas City Royals formally introduced new owner John Sherman this week.
The impact of the NCAA’s decision not to grant an appeal of sanctions will be felt in the short and long term.
The weekly custom of SportsBeat KC originating as a FaceBook Live continued Tuesday.
The Chiefs-Raiders rivalry is one of the NFL’s most intense, and nobody enjoyed those games more than Bell.
Recently, Kansas Coach Bill Self said he wanted to watch a game from home but couldn’t.
What’s happened to the Chiefs in the red zone this year? They’re scoring touchdowns on 50 percent of trips inside the 20, compared to 70 percent last season.
“69 Chiefs, A Team, a Season and the Birth of Modern Kansas City” captures the team's greatest season.
The Chiefs needed this victory over the Los Angeles Chargers that keeps them in first place in the AFC West.
The Kansas City Chiefs are in a dogfight for the division lead heading into the Monday Night Football against the LA Chargers in Mexico City.
Patrick Mahomes met the media at the Chiefs training facility for the first time since dislocating his kneecap a month ago.
The crew looks ahead at the Chiefs’ trip to Mexico City to face the Los Angeles Chargers.
For the only time during the regular season Chiefs co-owner, CEO and chair Clark Hunt met with reporters.
Phil Snowden, Missouri Sports Hall of Famer, joins Blair Kerkhoff and columnist Vahe Gregorian on the podcast.
Patrick Mahomes was back at quarterback, and the Chiefs were cruising early at Tennessee. Then the mistakes started piling up.
Kansas State and Missouri have an uphill climb ahead.
He’s missed two and a half weeks with a dislocated kneecap.
For only the second time in the Bill Self era, Kansas opened the season with a loss.
The Royals didn’t exactly search for a new manager. Mike Matheny was already on the staff.
The Chiefs did something on Sunday they haven’t done since September, win a home game.
The upcoming Sunflower Showdown could be the most significant in a decade.
The Chiefs could be without quarterback Patrick Mahomes for a second straight week.
Podcast host on the talknorth.com network, Stephen Strom, knows the Vikings and shares his knowledge of the Chiefs’ next opponent.
The football version of Sunflower Showdown, the rivalry between Kansas and Kansas State, has been a one-sided conversation for decades.
The Chiefs fell to the Green Bay Packers 31-24 on Sunday Night Football.
The Star's K-State, Mizzou and KU beat writers join us for college football Friday.
Patrick Mahomes is practicing. On a limited basis, but practicing.
Bill Self addressed the NCAA letter of allegations, his future at KU and the renewal of the Border War rivalry with Missouri.
We discuss why the Border War is back, why it’s important and why we love this rivalry.
It’s doubtful Mahomes will play on Sunday but he hasn’t been ruled out.
The A-Team gathered in Denver for this post-gamer.
Nick Griffith joins host Blair Kerkhoff on this show
KU has its first basketball commitment post-NCAA bad news and Mizzou football is ranked
The A-Team members also have projections for Thursday's Chiefs-Broncos matchup
The A-Team gather at Arrowhead for this post-game breakdown
Mizzou has a game, KU and K-State have some updates.
Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes and Texans’ Deshaun Watson were both in 2017 draft class
We have clips from Chiefs media day and from KU media day
Sam Mellinger, Jesse Newell and Blair Kerkhoff revisit that wild night with Snoop Dogg at KU
The A-Team gather after the Chiefs-Colts game to dissect what they saw.
The college beat writers stop by and one of them says goodbye.
The A-Team breaks down the issues Chiefs need to fix and previews Sunday's game against the Colts.
Patrick Mahomes also talks about Tyreek Hill's return to practice and a cousin coming to town
Columnists Sam Mellinger and Vahe Gregorian join host Blair Kerkhoff on this wide-ranging discussion
The A-Team gathered in Detroit for this post-game Facebook Live, which ends in song
The Star's college beat writers share their latest perspectives
The A-Team previews the Chiefs-Lions game and Herbie sings (a little)
Patrick Mahomes takes questions in weekly media visit; KU is facing a lot of heat
The Ned Yost decade with the Royals will end this week.
The Star's A-Team gather for a post-game Facebook Live video.
When Dustin Colquitt takes the field on Sunday for the Chiefs game against the Baltimore Ravens, he’ll set the team record for games played.
The Kansas City Chiefs meet the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday in the home opener at Arrowhead Stadium.
Hear quarterback Patrick Mahomes talk about his favorite play of last season and other topics.
It was a successful weekend for area college football teams largely because of an improbable victory by Kansas at Boston College.
The A-team gathers in Oakland after the game to review the magic they witnessed.
Columnist Vahe Gregorian and all the college beat writers stop by.
The A-team picks their players to watch and Sam Mellinger lists his favorite things about Oakland's Coliseum.
Hear what Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes has to say about his ankle, Oakland and more
Although fans should celebrate every triumph, there is a larger objective for the Chiefs this season.
The A-Team breaks down what they saw and heard in Jacksonville
It's going to be a big weekend in Kansas City sports, from Chiefs opener to college football hopes
Blair Kerkhoff, Brooke Pryor and Vahe Gregorian sound off on what they expect to see Sunday.
Host Blair Kerkhoff covers a lot of news in Kansas City area sports
Columnists Sam Mellinger and Vahe Gregorian play the over/under game with host Blair Kerkhoff on various Chiefs numbers. Plus, a look at what happened in local college football.
The Chiefs didn’t pull many surprises when cutting their roster to 53 players on Saturday. But the team made news late that evening when it came to terms with running back LeSean McCoy.
The Chiefs lost to the Green Bay Packers 27-20 in the final preseason game on Thursday night at Lambeau Field.
The Royals could have new ownership before the end of the calendar year. John Sherman, a Kansas Citian, has emerged as the successor to David Glass.
The A-Team of Brooke Pryor, Vahe Gregorian, Sam Mellinger and Blair Kerkhoff gathered at Big O Tires in Independence to talk all things Chiefs, starting with the newest player, quarterback Matt Moore.
The Chiefs provided injury information Monday on wide receiver Marcus Kemp and defensive lineman Breeland Speaks who were hurt in the previous week’s preseason game.
The Chiefs didn’t win their third preseason game, but no major injuries and production from the first-team offense made it a successful evening.
A fascinating conversation between Vahe Gregorian and Blair Kerkhoff
Patrick Mahomes talks about fame, his agent and Andy Reid
Saturday's preseason game at Arrowhead should features the Chiefs' defense
KU beat writer Jesse Newell talks Hudy, Big 12 transfers
The A-Team survive a delay of game in Pittsburgh to bring you this Facebook Live
The A-team gather in their Hawaiian shirts for this one.
Recounting KU's sordid quarterback history
Kansas State beat writer Kellis Robinett joins host Blair Kerkhoff
The A-Team also previews what's to come in this year's football section
What we saw of Chiefs quarterbacks, other players in victory at Arrowhead Stadium
Mizzou beat writer Alex Schiffer shares the scoop and Blair has breakfast with Bill Hancock
Fun fact: This episode was originally recorded as a Facebook Live broadcast
Simone Biles, world's greatest gymnast, on aftermath of abuse scandal
From the sounds of it, plenty of Chiefs fans were at the ceremony
Coach Andy Reid says the rookie is a "smart kid"
Listen to some throwback clips of KU broadcasting legend Max Falkenstien
Royals beat writer Lynn Worthy joins host Blair Kerkhoff
Chiefs beat writer Brooke Pryor also runs into a favorite local sports fan
Chiefs defensive coordinator says he is "loving it." Also, Blair gets sit-down time with Brett Veach
Another day at camp for host Blair Kerkhoff, Chiefs beat writer Brooke Pryor and columnist Vahe Gregorian
Host Blair Kerkhoff, Chiefs beat writer Brooke Pryor and columnist Vahe Gregorian saw some things
Host Blair Kerkhoff, Chiefs beat writer Brooke Pryor and columnist Vahe Gregorian break it down
We also discuss the coverage of the Tyreek Hill story
The University of Missouri football team has a lot to talk about.
Coach Chris Klieman talks about rankings
Breaking down University of Kansas football in Dallas on July 15, 2019
Roundtable with Chiefs beat writer Brooke Pryor and columnists Sam Mellinger and Vahe Gregorian.
Star columnists Sam Mellinger and Vahe Gregorian on Bubba Starling, Salvador Perez and Ned Yost.
Inside the heart of the U.S. soccer capital — Kansas City
Royals’ All-Star rep Whit Merrifield, sports betting in Missouri, and a message about cancer
The Star’s Royals beat writer Lynn Worthy provides updates on Hunter Dozier’s big return, moves on the pitching staff, the Class AAA All-Star call for Bubba Starling and who gets the Royals’ All-Star spot and could there be more than one? With host Blair Kerkhoff.
KU basketball: the history, Frank Mason's future and the looming NCAA punishment
Kansas City's soccer spotlight week: World Cup dreaming, Sporting KC's win
Mizzou hoops and NBA draft with Alex Schiffer
Kansas City finds its sports joy in U.S. Open, women's soccer and the St. Louis Blues parade
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The Star's Brooke Pryor, Lynn Worthy, Sam Mellinger, Vahe Gregorian and Blair Kerkhoff preview Chiefs playoff football heading into Saturdays game against the Indianapolis Colts.
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The A-Team 2.0 breaks down the Chiefs' last secon…
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Chiefs confront brutal reality: Mahomes out with torn ACL, playoff streak ends
December 16, 202530min
The Chiefs have reached a stopping point.
They won’t be in the playoffs thanks to last weekend’s loss to the LA Chargers, ending Kansas City’s 10-year run of postseason appearances, the second longest in NFL history.
But the biggest news was Patrick Mahomes suffering a season-ending knee injury. He underwent surgery Monday and the recovery has started — but his timetable to return is uncertain.
On SportsBeat KC, the sports podcast of The Kansas City Star and KCUR, Chiefs Insider Pete Sweeney and Star columnist Sam McDowell discuss this new reality for the Chiefs and what it means as the team closes out 2025.
SportsBeat KC is the sports podcast of The Kansas City Star and KCUR, hosted by Blair Kerkhoff. It’s produced by Monty Davis, Irvin Zhang, Suzanne Hogan, and Gabriella Lacey, and edited by Jeff Rosen and Scott Chasen