Jared Feinberg

Joined: Jan 30, 2025

Jared Feinberg, a native of western North Carolina, has written about NFL football for nearly a decade. He has contributed to several national outlets and is now part of our On SI team as an NFL team reporter. Jared graduated from UNC Asheville with a bachelor's degree in mass communications and later pursued his master's degree at UNC Charlotte. You can follow Jared Feinberg on Twitter at @JRodNFLDraft

Sep 28, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) celebrates after a touchdown during the third quarter against the Baltimore Ravens at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) throws to a teammate, Sunday, September 21, 2025.

[US, Mexico & Canada customers only] Sep 5, 2025; Sao Paulo, BRAZIL; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) reacts in the second half against the Los Angeles Chargers at Corinthians Arena. Mandatory Credit: Amanda Perobelli/Reuters via Imagn Images

Jan 26, 2025; Kansas City, MO, USA; Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Hollywood Brown (5) against the Buffalo Bills in the AFC Championship game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Apr 24, 2025; Green Bay, WI, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes tackle Josh Simmons is selected as the No. 32 pick by the Kansas City Chiefs during the NFL Draft at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

The Kansas City Chiefs' head coach gave an update on the recovery of April's first-round draft choice.

Aug 17, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs guard Trey Smith (65) prepares to block against the Detroit Lions during the game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

Right guard Trey Smith and the Kansas City Chiefs have agreed to a brand-new contract extension ahead of the extension deadline Tuesday afternoon.

Dec 25, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Felix Anudike-Uzomah (97) pass rushes at the line of scrimmage against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the fourth quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

These three Kansas City Chiefs 2023 draft picks must step up in 2025 ahead of their critical third seasons.

Dec 8, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) is sacked by Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Joey Bosa (97) during the first half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

If the Kansas City Chiefs want to reach a fourth consecutive Super Bowl, they will need to overcome weaknesses in the trenches among others.

Nov 24, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) with the ball as Carolina Panthers cornerback Michael Jackson (2) defends in the first quarter at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

The Kansas City Chiefs have a key strength at quarterback while the other may come as a surprise for some.

Nov 23, 2024; Berkeley, California, USA; California Golden Bears defensive back Nohl Williams (3) returns a kickoff against the Stanford Cardinal during the first quarter at California Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Nohl Williams was a third round pick by the Kansas City Chiefs, providing a ceiling to become a future starter in Steve Spagnuolo's offense.

Mar 1, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Utah State wideout Jalen Royals (WO38) during the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

The Kansas City Chiefs drafted Utah State wide receiver Jalen Royals in the fourth round. Could he become the team's new run-after-catch master?

Nov 17, 2024; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Kansas City Chiefs guard Trey Smith (65) leaves the field after warm ups before a game against the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images

The Kansas City Chiefs gave star right guard Trey Smith the franchise tag this offseason. He is in for a big year in the final season of his rookie contract.