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Sam Hays

Sam Hays studies at Wichita State University in Kansas and contributes to Arrowhead Report on SI.com. Sam also collects data for Pro Football Focus. Follow Sam on Twitter @WichitaChiefSam.

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Jan 3, 2021; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Demarcus Robinson (11) runs the ball against Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Tevaughn Campbell (37) during the second half at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports
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Chiefs vs. Chargers: Week 3 Preview and Prediction

Sep 26, 2021
Sep 28, 2020; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) runs for more yards as Baltimore Ravens linebacker Tyus Bowser (54) tackle during the first quarter at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports
GM Report

Analytics Recap: Chiefs Lose to Ravens 36-35

Sep 23, 2021
Sep 28, 2020; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) throws in the run during the first half against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports
Game Day

Kansas City Chiefs at Baltimore Ravens: Preview and Prediction

Sep 19, 2021
Sep 12, 2021; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) scores a touchdown against the Cleveland Browns during the second half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports
GM Report

How the Chiefs Came Back to Beat the Browns

Sep 14, 2021
Jan 17, 2021; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) runs the ball against the Cleveland Browns during the first half in the AFC Divisional Round playoff game at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports
Game Day

Kansas City Chiefs vs. Cleveland Browns: Preview and Prediction

Sep 12, 2021
Jul 28, 2021; St. Joseph, MO, United States; Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Jody Fortson (88) catches a pass during training camp at Missouri Western State University. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports
GM Report

Projecting the Chiefs' 53-Man Roster Ahead of Final Cutdowns

Aug 30, 2021
Feb 2, 2020; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Mecole Hardman (17), Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill (10) and Chiefs wide receiver Demarcus Robinson (11) talk on the field prior to the Super Bowl LIV against the San Francisco 49ers at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports
Game Day

Five Things to Watch in the Chiefs' Final Preseason Game

Aug 27, 2021
Aug 14, 2021; Santa Clara, California, USA; Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Daurice Fountain (82) lines up during the third quarter against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports
GM Report

Chiefs Who Raised Their Stock in the Second Preseason Game

Aug 22, 2021
Nov 11, 2018; Kansas City, MO, USA; Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) is tackled by Arizona Cardinals linebacker Haason Reddick (43) and cornerback Bene Benwikere (23) in the first half at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports
Game Day

Five Things to Watch in the Chiefs' Second Preseason Game

Aug 20, 2021
Aug 14, 2021; Santa Clara, California, USA; Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Tershawn Wharton (98) knocks the ball away from San Francisco 49ers quarterback Trey Lance (5) during the second quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports
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Chiefs Who Raised Their Stock in the First Preseason Game

Aug 16, 2021
Feb 2, 2020; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) directs the play from the line of scrimmage in Super Bowl LIV at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Game Day

Six Things to Watch in the Chiefs' First Preseason Game

Aug 13, 2021
OU's Creed Humphrey (56) walks to the field before the 2019 season opener against Houston at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman. creed
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What to Expect from the Chiefs' Rookies in 2021

May 14, 2021
Sep 21, 2019; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Miami Hurricanes defensive lineman Gregory Rousseau (15) celebrates wearing the turnover chain during the first quarter of a football game against the Central Michigan Chippewas at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-USA TODAY Sports
Draft

A Final Draft Day Kansas City Chiefs Mock Draft

Apr 29, 2021
Oct 31, 2020; Stillwater, Oklahoma, USA; Texas Longhorns linebacker Joseph Ossai (46) waits on the snap during the third quarter of the game agains the Oklahoma State Cowboys at Boone Pickens Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Texas won 41-34. Brett Rojo-USA TODAY Sports
Draft

What Do the Chiefs Need to Add on Defense in the NFL Draft?

Apr 21, 2021
Oct 11, 2020; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; A general view of the line of scrimmage as Kansas City Chiefs center Austin Reiter (62) snaps the ball against the Las Vegas Raiders in the third quarter at Arrowhead Stadium. The Raiders defeated the Chiefs 40-32. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
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What Do the Chiefs Need to Add on the Offensive Line?

Apr 11, 2021
Nov 25, 2018; Denver, CO, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster (19) runs past Denver Broncos strong safety Darian Stewart (26) on a 97 yard touchdown in the third quarter at Broncos Stadium at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports
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What Do the Chiefs Need to Add at the Skill Positions?

Mar 18, 2021
Jan 3, 2021; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (left) and quarterback Matt Moore (middle) and quarterback Chad Henne (4) look on from the Chiefs bench during the second half against the Los Angeles Chargers at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports
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What the Chiefs Need in 2021: More Depth at Quarterback?

Feb 25, 2021
Feb 7, 2021; Tampa, FL, USA; Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) walks off the field after losing to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Super Bowl LV at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
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Analytics Recap: Kansas City Chiefs Lose to Tampa Bay Buccaneers 31-9 in Super Bowl LV

Feb 9, 2021
Nov 29, 2020; Tampa, Florida, USA; Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill (10) runs the ball for a touchdown ahead of Tampa Bay Buccaneers strong safety Antoine Winfield Jr. (31) during the first half at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Game Day

Kansas City Chiefs vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Super Bowl LV Preview and Prediction

Feb 6, 2021
Jan 24, 2021; Kansas City, MO, USA; Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill (10) runs the ball against Buffalo Bills free safety Jordan Poyer (21) during the third quarter in the AFC Championship Game at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports
GM Report

Analytics Recap: Kansas City Chiefs Defeat Buffalo Bills 38-24 in AFC Championship Game

Jan 27, 2021
Josh Allen runs from Kansas City defenders during the Chiefs' 26-17 win against the Buffalo Bills at Bills Stadium on Oct. 19, 2020. Jg 101920 Bills 5 © Jamie Germano/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle via Imagn Content Services, LLC
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Kansas City Chiefs vs. Buffalo Bills: AFC Championship Game Preview and Prediction

Jan 23, 2021
Jan 17, 2021; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) leaps over Cleveland Browns strong safety Karl Joseph (42) to score a touchdown during the first half in the AFC Divisional Round playoff game at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports
GM Report

Analytics Recap: Kansas City Chiefs Defeat Cleveland Browns 22-17

Jan 19, 2021
Nov 4, 2018; Cleveland, OH, USA; Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) runs with the ball after a catch during the second half against the Cleveland Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports
Game Day

Kansas City Chiefs vs. Cleveland Browns: Preview and Prediction

Jan 16, 2021
Philip Rivers of the Indianapolis Colts (left) and Ryan Tannehill of the Tennessee Titans. Syndication: The Indianapolis Star. © Scott Horner/IndyStar photo illustration via Imagn Content Services, LLC
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Who Should the Chiefs Want to Play in the AFC Divisional Round?

Jan 9, 2021
Jan 3, 2021; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Chad Henne (4) throws a pass on the run against Los Angeles Chargers defensive tackle Justin Jones (93) and defensive end Isaac Rochell (98) during the first half at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports
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Analytics Recap: Kansas City Chiefs Lose to Los Angeles Chargers 38-21

Jan 5, 2021
Sep 20, 2020; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) throws a pass against Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Tanoh Kpassagnon (92) during the third quarter at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY Sports
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Kansas City Chiefs vs. Los Angeles Chargers: Preview and Prediction

Jan 1, 2021
Dec 27, 2020; Kansas City, MO, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) greets Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) after the game at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports
Game Day

Analytics Recap: Kansas City Chiefs Defeat Atlanta Falcons 17-14

Dec 29, 2020
Aug 17, 2018; Atlanta, GA, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) passes against the Atlanta Falcons during the first half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports
GM Report

Kansas City Chiefs vs. Atlanta Falcons: Preview and Prediction

Dec 26, 2020
Dec 20, 2020; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) and Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) talk following the game at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports
GM Report

Analytics Recap: Kansas City Chiefs Defeat New Orleans Saints 32-29

Dec 22, 2020
Dec 13, 2020; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill (10) celebrates his touchdown against the Miami Dolphins with offensive tackle Eric Fisher (72) during the second half at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports
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Kansas City Chiefs at New Orleans Saints: Preview and Prediction

Dec 19, 2020
Dec 13, 2020; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Dolphins outside linebacker Jerome Baker (55) sacks Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) during the first half at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports
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Analytics Recap: Kansas City Chiefs Defeat Miami Dolphins 33-27

Dec 16, 2020
Dec 24, 2017; Kansas City, MO, USA; Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill (10) runs against Miami Dolphins safety Reshad Jones (20) in the first half at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports
Game Day

Kansas City Chiefs at Miami Dolphins: Preview and Prediction

Dec 12, 2020
Dec 6, 2020; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) throws a pass during the first half against the Denver Broncos at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports
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Analytics Recap: Kansas City Chiefs Defeat Denver Broncos 22-16

Dec 8, 2020
Oct 25, 2020; Denver, Colorado, USA; Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid before the game against the Denver Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports
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Kansas City Chiefs vs. Denver Broncos: Preview and Prediction

Dec 5, 2020
Nov 29, 2020; Tampa, Florida, USA; Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill (10) celebrates his touchdown scored against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the first half at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
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Analytics Recap: Kansas City Chiefs Defeat Tampa Bay Buccaneers 27-24

Dec 1, 2020
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) looks for an open receiver against the New York Giants in the second half. The Buccaneers defeat the Giants, 25-23, at MetLife Stadium on Monday, Nov. 2, 2020, in East Rutherford. Nyg Vs Tb
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Kansas City Chiefs at Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Preview and Prediction

Nov 29, 2020
Nov 22, 2020; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) throws against the Las Vegas Raiders during the second half at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
GM Report

Analytics Recap: Kansas City Chiefs Defeat Las Vegas Raiders 35-31

Nov 25, 2020
Oct 11, 2020; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) runs the ball and is tackled by several Kansas City Chiefs during the game at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports
Game Day

Kansas City Chiefs at Las Vegas Raiders: Preview and Prediction

Nov 21, 2020
Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Chris Olave (2) heads up field after a catch against Clemson Tigers safety Lannden Zanders (36) in the second quarter during the College Football Playoff semifinal at the Allstate Sugar Bowl in the Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans on Friday, Jan. 1, 2021. College Football Playoff Ohio State Faces Clemson In Sugar Bowl
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Kansas City Chiefs 2021 Mock Draft: Midseason Edition

Jan 1, 2021
Nov 8, 2020; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) throws a pass against the Carolina Panthers during the first half at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports
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Analytics Recap: Kansas City Chiefs Defeat Carolina Panthers, 33-31

Nov 11, 2020
Nov 1, 2020; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) against the New York Jets during the second half at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports
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Kansas City Chiefs vs. Carolina Panthers: Preview and Prediction

Nov 7, 2020
Nov 1, 2020; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) carries wide receiver Tyreek Hill (10) off the field after he was injured while scoring a touchdown against the New York Jets during the second half at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports
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Analytics Recap: Kansas City Chiefs Defeat New York Jets, 35-9

Nov 4, 2020
Oct 25, 2020; Denver, Colorado, USA; Kansas City Chiefs running back Le'Veon Bell (26) before the game against the Denver Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports
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Kansas City Chiefs vs. New York Jets: Preview and Prediction

Oct 31, 2020
Oct 25, 2020; Denver, Colorado, USA; Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill (10) celebrates his score with tight end Travis Kelce (87) in the second half at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports
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Analytics Recap: Kansas City Chiefs Defeat Denver Broncos, 43-16

Oct 27, 2020
Dec 15, 2019; Kansas City, MO, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) looks to pass during the second half against the Denver Broncos at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports
Game Day

Kansas City Chiefs at Denver Broncos: Preview and Prediction

Oct 24, 2020
Oct 19, 2020; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Kansas City Chiefs running back Darrel Williams (31) scores a touchdown against the Buffalo Bills in the third quarter at Bills Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-USA TODAY Sports
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Analytics Recap: Kansas City Chiefs at Buffalo Bills

Oct 21, 2020
Nov 26, 2017; Kansas City, MO, USA; Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) runs against Buffalo Bills cornerback Leonard Johnson (24) and linebacker Preston Brown (52) in the second half at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports
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Kansas City Chiefs at Buffalo Bills: Preview and Prediction

Oct 18, 2020
Oct 11, 2020; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) is pressured by Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Clelin Ferrell (96) in the fourth quarter at Arrowhead Stadium. The Raiders defeated the Chiefs 40-32. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
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Analytics Recap: Kansas City Chiefs vs. Las Vegas Raiders

Oct 14, 2020
Dec 1, 2019; Kansas City, MO, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) signals on the line of scrimmage during the game against the Oakland Raiders at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports
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Kansas City Chiefs vs. Las Vegas Raiders: Preview and Prediction

Oct 11, 2020
Oct 5, 2020; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs strong safety Tyrann Mathieu (32) celebrates after returning an interception for a touchdown against the New England Patriots during the fourth quarter of a NFL game at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports
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Analytics Recap: Kansas City Chiefs vs. New England Patriots

Oct 7, 2020