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The Chiefs walloped the Chicago Bears 26-3 on Sunday Night Football at Soldier Field and Herbie Teope, Sam McDowell, Same Mellinger and Vahe Gregorian were to talk about it. What didn’t go well for the Chiefs? The defense continued its dominant play. Patrick Mahomes threw two touchdown passes and ran for another. Harrison Butker kicked a career long 56-yard field goal. One game remains in the regular season but the Chiefs look playoff-ready and we discuss on SportsBeat KC presented by Big O Tires.Story links:Gregorian: Giving up 3 touchdowns in 5 games, Chiefs defense has gone from farce to forcehttps://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/vahe-gregorian/article238647068.htmlMellinger: What Mahomes told his teammates about his 10 count and why he did it (beyond the obvious)https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/sam-mellinger/article238648493.htmlThe Chiefs at their best is a picture that includes Damien Williamshttps://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article238646488.htmlChiefs looking ready for playoffs after blowout road victory over Chicago Bearshttps://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article238638403.htmlChiefs grades: Kansas City produces a nice report card to bring home for holidayshttps://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article238643813.htmlThanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

No small task for Kansas City’s Vlatko Andonovski, just maintain the excellence of the world’s best women’s soccer club, the two-time defending World Cup champion U.S. women’s national team. In an interview with Star columnists Sam Mellinger and Vahe Gregorian and host Blair Kerkhoff on SportsBeat KC, Adonovski said he’s up to the challenge. He also discussed his days as an indoor soccer player and coach, women’s professional league coach and growing up in a soccer-centric family in Macedonia.Story links:Vlatko Adonovski’s unlikely path from Skopje to KC to leading U.S. women’s soccerU.S women’s soccer team has a new coach, Kansas City’s Vlatko AndonovskiThanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Kansas City Chiefs added a key component in defensive lineman Terrell Suggs, the Pro Bowl rosters were released and the Chiefs take on the Chicago Bears and former assistant coach Matt Nagy on Sunday. There was plenty to discuss on when Chiefs beat writer Herbie Teope joined Star columnists Vahe Greorgian and Sam Mellinger along with host Blair Kerkhoff at Big O Tires in Olathe on Thursday.Story links:After talk with Reid, Terrell Suggs knew he wanted to play for Chiefs: “Let’s do it”Chiefs Pro Bowl reaction: Praise for selections, disappointment for snubsChicago Tribune: Why did the Chicago Bears draft Mitchell Trubisky over Deshaun Watson and Patrick Mahomes?Thanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Chiefs claimed seven-time Pro Bowl defensive lineman Terrell Suggs this week, and Suggs told reporters Wednesday he’s happy to be joining a playoff-bound team that likes to play basketball in the locker room. And quarterback Patrick Mahomes shared his thoughts on the acquisition and other topics.Also, KU beat writer Jesse Newell is covering the nation’s top-ranked team. He talked about what’s gone right the Jayhawks since their opening loss to Duke and previews KU at Villanova this weekend.Story links:Chiefs claim veteran pass rusher Terrell Suggs off waiversAlthough Ravens didn’t try to claim Terrell Suggs, their fans are mad at ChiefsKansas Jayhawks ascend to No. 1 in Associated Press men’s basketball pollThanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Royals don’t often make a splash at baseball’s winter meetings but plant seeds for future moves. Royals beat writer Lynn Worthy joined Star columnists Sam Mellinger and Vahe Gregorian around the hot stove to discuss the club’s early offseason moves and project what lies ahead for the organization, including such players as Whit Merrifield, Hunter Dozier and Alex Gordon, on SportsBeat KC, presented by Big O Tires.John Sherman may want Royals run differently than how they’ve operated for past decadeRoyals set to give Ryan O’Hearn every chance to win first base job in spring trainingRoyals probably won’t rush to sign free agents, Moore said, but later deals possibleDespite Hunter Dozier’s success, Royals will explore options at third baseThanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Chiefs defeated the Denver Broncos 23-3 on Sunday at Arrowhead Stadium in a game played in a snow globe. Chiefs beat writers Herbie Teope and Sam McDowell joined columnists Sam Mellinger and Vahe Gregorian to break down one of the Chiefs’ most complete games of the season, even though it was played in a snowstorm. Patrick Mahomes was terrific, tight end Travis Kelce was record setting and the defense continued its rugged play of late.Story linksOff kilter for weeks, Patrick Mahomes went into a snow globe and found himselfThis version of the Chiefs is good enough to win the Super Bowl. Yes, we’re saying itChiefs safeties are leading the defensive overhaul in Kansas City. And it’s no flukeBlizzard at Arrowhead? Snow problem as Chiefs pummel Drew Lock, Denver Broncos 23-3Chiefs report card: Frightful weather but delightful game for Mahomes, defenseThanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Kansas Jayhawks are a victory over UMKC away from probably becoming the nation’s top-ranked team. Is KU really the nation’s best? Jesse Newell breaks down the program that hasn’t lost since its opener against Duke and what lies ahead for Kansas.Also, it’s only been two games but the excitement is building for Drew Lock as the Denver Broncos’ quarterback. The former Mizzou and Lee’s Summit High standout has won his first two starts, and Cecil Lammey of 104.3 The Fan in Denver discusses what Lock’s success means for the organization.Story links:KU Coach Bill Self seeks energy for upcoming Kansas City game at Sprint CenterHow Kansas Jayhawks point guard Devon Dodson has improved in a somewhat unexpected wayHomecoming in KC: How Drew Lock turned a draft day nightmare into NFL redemptionThanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Chiefs are AFC West champs again, but three weeks remain in the regular season, starting with Sunday’s home game against Denver. With one goal down, the Chiefs can’t begin to pursue their second — playoff success — until next month.How will the Chiefs play it? And look who is leading the Broncos’ offense: former Missouri and Lee’s Summit High quarterback Drew Lock. He’s making his third NFL start this weekend, and the Chiefs hope to hand him his first loss.Bonus chat on SportsBeat KC today: Favorite animated movie or character in honor of Lock’s Buzz Lightyear celebration.Story links:Injury-riddled season illuminates character that makes Patrick Mahomes specialHard work paying off for this Chiefs wide receiver, not to mention the offenseThanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kansas State is going to a bowl game, as expected, but not the one the program had hoped for. What’s the reaction from the school and its fans? Kellis Robinett checks in from Manhattan to give us the latest on SportsBeat KC presented by Big O Tires.Also, Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes stepped to the podium to provide his thoughts on the Broncos, Missouri and Lee’s Summit product Drew Lock, and his own team’s sluggish offense. Finally, Sporting KC made a huge move this week, signing Alan Pulido from Liga MX. We hear from Sporting KC manager Peter Vermes and Shaun Goodwin, who covered the story for The Star Wednesday.Story links:Why three Big 12 bowls snubbed K-State and how Gene Taylor hopes Wildcats fans to respondPulido’s goals in KC: MLS Cup championship, individual scoring titleFrank Clark sees specialist about stomach ailment; Patrick Mahomes’ hand improvesThanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nothing short of winning the AFC Championship will wipe away the disappointment of last season’s ending for the Chiefs, but on Sunday they got a measure of revenge on the team that knocked them from the playoffs, the New England Patriots. The Chiefs won in 23-16, and The Star’s Herbie Teope, Vahe Gregorian, Sam McDowell and Sam Mellinger talked about it from the Gillette Stadium press box after the game on Facebook Live now presented as a SportsBeat KC podcast. They covered the ever-improving Chiefs defense, Patrick Mahomes’ hand injury, the issue with the missing equipment before the game, and several other topics.Story links:The Chiefs beat the Patriots but suddenly that’s not enoughStrange but true: Chiefs defense was pivotal in turnabout against PatriotsWhat an odd year it’s been for Patrick Mahomes, yet Chiefs are division champsDefense leads way again as Chiefs beat Brady’s Patriots in New EnglandGood grades all around, especially in pass defense, for Chiefs’ victory over PatriotsThanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eliah Drinkwitz is the new head football coach at the University of Missouri. He came on the Tigers’ radar screen late in the process but Mizzou believes it’s found the right person for the job after Drinkwitz compiled a 12-1 record and Sun Belt Conference championship at Appalachian State.Star columnists Vahe Gregorian and Sam Mellinger joined MU beat writer Souichi Terada and SportsBeat KC host Blair Kerkhoff in describing the introductory event in Columbia and speculating on Drinkwitz’s future in the SEC.Links to the stories we discussed: Drinkwitz’s first impression at Mizzou? Good. Sterk’s role in his hire? Not so muchGary Pinkel showed Mizzou what was possible in the SEC, believes Drinkwitz can follow suitFrom Eliah Drinkwitz’s salary to buyout, here are his Mizzou contract detailsAfter whirlwind weekend, Eliah Drinkwitz seizes “opportunity of a lifetime” at MizzouThanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s a college sports Friday on SportsBeat KC, and The Star’s college beat writers weigh in with the latest at Missouri, Kansas State and Kansas. Souichi Terada provides the update on Mizzou’s football coaching search. There are names. Is an announcement near? The WIldcats know they’re going bowling. But where? Kellis Robinett runs down the possibilities. Les Miles completed his first year as the KU football coach, and the Jayhawks finished with the same record as last season. But is there a different feel as Kansas enters the offseason?Where’s the A-list? Sterk’s Missouri football coaching search seems to lack wow factorHere’s a look at the four Missouri football coaching candidates on AD Jim Sterk’s listWhy K-State might play in one of the Big 12’s top bowls, or get passed over for TexasThis KU QB’s breakout year began at the Virginia Inn. It ended with a final, unselfish actThanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s Chiefs-Patriots week, and this is a game the Chiefs have thought about since dropping the AFC Championship Game to New England in January. Young gun quarterback Patrick Mahomes faces six-time Super Bowl championship quarterback Tom Brady. The Patriots have excelled defensively, the Chiefs have looked better in recent weeks with most of their starters healthy.Herbie Teope, Sam McDowell, Sam Mellinger and Vahe Gregorian joined Blair Kerkhoff in breaking down the game, what to look for, and how the afternoon in Foxborough might unfold on SportsBeat KC presented by Big O Tires.Story links:Still the Pats: Chiefs brush off talk of potentially declining Patriots offensePatrick Mahomes’ preparation for this weekend’s Patriots game started back in JanuaryFormer NFL running back explains why he expects Tom Brady to outplay Patrick MahomesThanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jesse Newell stops by to discuss the Jayhawks’ next game, against ranked Colorado, and reviews Kansas’ impressive performance in the Maui Invitational. Of note: how one play late in the title game against Dayton, which didn’t involve a shot or pass, helped KU win the tournament. Also, Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes met the media and the primary topic was Sunday’s game against the New England Patriots and Tom Brady.Story links:How Marcus Garrett led KU against Dayton by helping team away from disaster - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/university-of-kansas/article237845044.htmlSelf pleased with KU’s play so far. Where does coach rate his squad on 1-10 scale? - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/university-of-kansas/article238045304.htmlPatrick Mahomes’ preparation for this weekend’s Patriots game started back in January - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article238042179.htmlThanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Missouri is in the hunt for a new football coach and that’s the topic on SportsBeat KC. Star columnists Vahe Gregorian and Sam Mellinger discuss why Barry Odom was fired and join host Blair Kerkhoff in breaking down what Mizzou athletic director Jim Sterk may be seeking in a replacement. We come up with a favorite candidate. Also, the group assigns grades to the football seasons of Kansas State and Kansas.Story links:A Battle Line Rivalry...for a coach? What’s the better job, Arkansas or Mizzou? - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/sec/university-of-missouri/article237970634.htmlIn final days of Mizzou’s Odom tenure, near unanimous support from players, coaches - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/sec/university-of-missouri/article237966749.htmlWhy K-State might play in one of Big 12’s top bowls, or get passed over by Texas - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/kansas-state/article237970119.htmlThanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Chiefs walloped the Oakland Raiders 40-9 at Arrowhead Stadium on Sunday to take command of the AFC West race. The defense and special teams were terrific, the offense was good enough to post the decisive victory. The A-team of Herbie Teope, Sam McDowell, Sam Mellinger, Vahe Gregorian and Blair Kerkhoff broke down the game on Facebook Live now presented as a SportsBeat KC presented by Big O Tires. Next up for the Chiefs: A trip to New England to meet the Patriots on Sunday.Story links:Patrick Mahomes’ career-low performance was in harmony with a key Chiefs breakthrough - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/vahe-gregorian/article237942199.htmlThis is what Chiefs fans were saying after KC thumped the Raiders, 40-9 - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/for-petes-sake/article237946329.htmlFive things to know about the Chiefs’ next opponent: New England Patriots - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/for-petes-sake/article237953544.htmlThanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Some call today Black Friday.Around here, though, it’s still Red Friday, with the Chiefs involved in a division showdown Sunday against the Oakland Raiders at Arrowhead Stadium.On SportsBeat KC, we talked Chiefs-Raiders with national sports talk show host JT the Brick, who hosts a Raiders podcast. Also, Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes met with the media for the first time since the aftermath of the Chargers game and talked about an offense that didn’t come up with many big plays in Mexico City and what he thinks about comparisons to Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson.Story links:Chiefs Damien Williams misses second straight practiceThe way Patrick Mahomes appraoched his bye week explains his successChiefs kicker Harrison Butker shares backstory on 71-yard kick attempt in pre-game warmupsThanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Kansas City Royals formally introduced new owner John Sherman this week, and as Star columnist Sam Mellinger wrote that he made “one hell of a first impression.” Sherman spoke to his call from David Glass informing him that the Royals were for sale, the team’s payroll and the prospects for a downtown stadium. Today’s SportsBeat KC podcast is Sherman’s press conference, moderated by Royals broadcaster Ryan Lefebvre. Happy Thanksgiving!Story links:John Sherman made pretty good first impression as third owner in KC Royals history - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/sam-mellinger/article237805589.htmlRoyals complete sale to Sherman and announce investors in his ownership group - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/mlb/kansas-city-royals/article237789964.htmlWith John Sherman’s purchase of KC Royals, a new era begins in Kansas City - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/sam-mellinger/article237637439.htmlThanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The impact of the NCAA’s decision not to grant an appeal of sanctions will be felt in the short and long term. The Tigers can’t go a bowl game this season, even they defeat Arkansas on Friday and qualify for the postseason with a sixth victory. And it will cost the program millions in bowl revenue from the Southeastern Conference. Also, will Friday mark Barry Odom’s final game as Mizzou’s football coach? Star columnist Vahe Gregorian discusses these topics with SportsBeat KC podcast host Blair Kerkhoff.Show links:Mizzou leaders blast NCAA”s denial of sanctions appeal - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/sec/university-of-missouri/article237804609.htmlIn Mizzou’s case, NCAA’s message is to better deny responsibility and cooperate - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/vahe-gregorian/article237801579.htmlFifth straight loss makes Mizzou’s season hard to salvage for Odom, Sterk and company - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/vahe-gregorian/article237715424.htmlThanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The weekly custom of SportsBeat KC originating as a FaceBook Live continued Tuesday. What what differed was the location and cast. Chiefs talk took to the road ... to Big O Tires in Wichita. Chiefs beat writers Herbie Teope and Sam McDowell along with host Blair Kerkhoff were joined by Taylor Eldridge of the Wichita Eagle. Chiefs were the main course but in the spirit of Thanksgiving, side dishes of college basketball and high school football were served.Show links:What’s working for and against the Chiefs after their bye weekhttps://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article237781969.htmlAFC West picture: Strength of schedules, playoff odds and more for Chiefs, Raidershttps://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/for-petes-sake/article237755689.htmlScores, schedules for all high school football playoff games across Missouri, Kansashttps://www.kansascity.com/sports/high-school/article237638554.htmlThanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Chiefs-Raiders rivalry is one of the NFL’s most intense, and nobody enjoyed those games more than Bell. In the final years of the American Football League, the teams battled for division supremacy and the teams combined for three of the AFL’s four Super Bowl appearances.Bell, perhaps the greatest player in Chiefs history, played a major role in those battles and joined The Star’s Vahe Gregorian and Blair Kerkhoff on SportsBeat KC on Monday, reminiscing about the games and the personalities who shaped the rivalry.Bell talks about why he once followed running back Clem Daniels into the Raiders huddle, why the teams brought the heat each time they played.Also, Kansas beat writer Jesse Newell previews the Jayhawks’ appearance in the Maui Invitational, which started Monday and how Bill Self might adjust his lineups to play three games in three days.Show links:Vahe Gregorian: Bobby Bell gets his biggest score yet, a college degree - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/vahe-gregorian/article21201822.htmlChiefs Coach Andy Reid optimistic on Tyreek Hill’s availability vs. Raiders - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article237754879.htmlAfter a fun, yet exhausting day, Jayhawks get serious ahead of Maui opener - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/university-of-kansas/article237723704.htmlThanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Recently, Kansas Coach Bill Self said he wanted to watch a game from home but couldn’t. He did hadn’t subscribed to Big 12 NOW, the league’s new streaming network through ESPN Plus.Streaming sports events and programs have been around for a while, but for the first time, it takes a subscription to view some KU, Kansas State and other Big 12 football and basketball games. Big 12 commissioner Bob Bowlsby said the league is on the “right side of technology,” and experts believe streaming will become more prevalent in the coming years, not less ...But there are issues here, too, like cost, production value and connectivity. Also, Missouri, K-State and Kansas have this in common: They’re coming off football losses and are preparing for high-profile men’s basketball tournaments. Beat writers Souichi Terada, Kellis Robinett and Jesse Newell break down the teams they cover on SportsBeat KC presented by Big O Tires.Links to related stories:Streaming puts Big 12 on ‘right side of technology,’ but viewers face new challenges - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/article237636869.htmlAs Mizzou reels, Tennessee soars in teams with 5-5 records headed in opposite directions - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/sec/university-of-missouri/article237636314.htmlVahe Gregorian: NCAA delay in Mizzou ruling is absurd and unconscionable with chaotic ramifications - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/vahe-gregorian/article237640819.htmlReversing this trend could be key as K-State looks to snap losing streak - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/kansas-state/article237582004.htmlLes Miles hired a new OC last month, but still appears to be calling some plays - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/university-of-kansas/article237512479.htmlThanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mexico City in the NFL future, Chiefs issues in the red zone, the Philip Rivers question and famous sports figures named Sam are among the topics on SportsBeat KC, The Star’s daily sports podcast presented by Big O Tires. The Chiefs have a bye week ahead of their AFC West showdown with the Oakland Raiders on Dec 1. But Facebook Live rolled on on Big O Tires in Lee’s Summit with Vahe Gregorian, Herbie Teope and Blair Kerkhoff. The Sams - Mellinger and McDowell - were on assignment, but they weren’t forgotten.Links to the stories we discussed:Chiefs’ Tyreek Hill considered day to day with minor hamstring injury, report says - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article237577219.htmlMellinger MInutes: Mexico City Diablos (?), Chiefs crossroads, Reid’s play calls - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/sam-mellinger/article237530569.htmlHere’s what Chiefs, Chargers players had to say about divot-filled field in Mexico City - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article237524494.html Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fifty years ago, the Chiefs won Super Bowl IV with one of the most dominant teams in pro football history. Author Michael MacCambridge captured the remarkable season and what it meant to Kansas City in his new book “69 Chiefs: A Team, a Season and the Birth of Modern Kansas City.” On Oct. 27, the day the Chiefs met the Green Bay Packers at Arrowhead, MacCambridge participated in a Rainy Day Books author event at Unity Temple on the Plaza with NFL Hall of Famers Willie Lanier and Jan Stenerud. The moderator was The Star’s Vahe Gregorian. The panel spoke the closeness of that team, how it withstood the absence of quarterback Len Dawson for six games and what it was like to participate in the greatest victory in team history. Said MacCambridge: “I just thought the 69 Chiefs was a great story of an athletic triumph, a great cultural story and I know this was the last chance to tell it.” Hear the discussion on SportsBeat KC, The Star’s daily sports podcast presented by Big O Tires.Links:What Mike Livingston meant to the ‘69 Chiefs and how it resonates now - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/vahe-gregorian/article236669068.htmlAmazon: ‘69 Chiefs, A Team, a season and the Birth of Modern Kansas City - https://www.amazon.com/69-Chiefs-Season-Modern-Kansas/dp/1524851175 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Chiefs needed this one. They had to go international to get it, but they returned from Mexico City with a victory over the Los Angeles Chargers that keeps them in first place in the AFC West. The outcome also sets up a showdown with the surprise team of the division, the Oakland Raiders, on Dec. 1. The A-team of Sam Mellinger, Vahe Gregorian, Herbie Teope and Sam McDowell covered the game and discussed all the essential topics like the Chiefs’ four - count ‘em, four - interceptions, Tyreek Hill’s injury, Patrick Mahomes’ sub-par game (by his standards) and Melly fesses up to what he saw on the Estadio Azteca kiss cam that made it different from kiss cams in U.S. stadiums.Read the stories we discussed:Viva Los Chiefs! KC plays tough defense, jumps on Chargers miscues for win in Mexico - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article237482584.htmlWith Chiefs reeling, their Tyrann Mathieu-led defense reserved team’s fortunes - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/vahe-gregorian/article237516874.htmlYour feeling about the Chiefs are you feeling about what Sammy Watkins said - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/sam-mellinger/article237516859.htmlChiefs’ pass defense gets an “A” for game against Rivers, Chargers...and how it ended - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article237507119.htmlHere’s what the Chiefs and Chargers said about the divot-filled field in Mexico - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/sam-mellinger/article237516859.htmlThanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A preseason Super Bowl pick by many, 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. Offensive tackle Mitchell Schwartz and linebacker Anthony Hitchens provide their takes on the team’s current state heading into tonight. And KU beat writer Jesse Newell explains how the final field goal scored in the Jayhawks’ 55-point victory on Friday night created a national buzz and filled his social media mentions.Read the stories we discussed:Good news on the injury front: Starting Chiefs front 5 on track to be full strength Monday - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article237442854.htmlDespite recent domination, Chiefs remain cautions of dangerous Rivers-led Chargers - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article237440149.htmlChiefs vs. Chargers players to watch: These teams know how to get to the quarterback - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article237440339.htmlWhy KU’s Bill Self wasn’t upset by Monmouth player’s controversial end-of-game dunk - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/university-of-kansas/article237423089.htmlThanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Patrick Mahomes met the media at the Chiefs training facility for the first time since dislocating his kneecap a month ago. He talked about the injury, the Chiefs’ upcoming game against the Los Angeles Chargers in Mexico City and on being compared to Steph Curry. Also, Missouri, Kansas State and Kansas are all in action on the gridiron Saturday. Beat writers Souichi Tereda, Kellis Robinett and Jesse Newell break down the games...and K-State’s new uniform look.Read the stories we discussed:Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes says he feels as healthy as he has all season - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article237367529.htmlHow Mizzou hopes to repair “pathetic” offense: It starts with blocking out the noise - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/sec/university-of-missouri/article237355349.htmlSome don’t like throwback ‘Cats logo, but merchandise sells in the thousands - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/kansas-state/article237317264.htmlKU players sense this week’s urgency: ‘We know our back is against the wall’ - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/university-of-kansas/article237255064.htmlThanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Big O Tires in Olathe was the site of a Facebook Live conversation about the Chiefs with beat writers Herbie Teope and Sam McDowell and columnists Sam Mellinger and Vahe Gregorian. The problems at Tennessee, especially with special teams, penalties and fumbles, are covered, as is Patrick Mahomes’ amazing first game back from the kneecap injury. The crew looks ahead at the Chiefs’ trip to Mexico City to face the Los Angeles Chargers, and during Veteran’s Day week, the writers offer their favorite military movies. Herbie, an Army vet, has many of them.Read the stories we discussed:Clark Hunt talks Chiefs season, Mahomes, Hill, proposed schedule changes, more - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article237321859.htmlAdversity is building for Chiefs injured offensive line but help could be on the way - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article237316464.htmlThanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For the only time during the regular season Chiefs co-owner, CEO and chair Clark Hunt met with reporters. He covered a range of topics from Patrick Mahomes’ future with the Chiefs to how NFL schedules could include fewer preseason games and additional regular season games. Star columnists Sam Mellinger and Vahe Gregorian join SportsBeat KC host Blair Kerkhoff in a discussion of Hunt’s talking points.Read the stories we discussed:Clark Hunt talks Chiefs season, Mahomes, Hill, proposed schedule changes, more - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article237321859.htmlAdversity is building for Chiefs’ injured offensive line, but help could be on the way - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article237316464.htmlChargers are preparing for Chiefs game in Mexico City with a trip to Colorado - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/for-petes-sake/article237275424.htmlThanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Phil Snowden was a three-year starting quarterback for Missouri and capped his senior season with a Big Eight championship and Orange Bowl trip. His career at Mizzou might not have been as successful without the treatment he received early in his career, aid provided by … legendary KU basketball coach Dr. Phog Allen. Having attended the Central College of Osteopathy in Kansas City, Allen treated athletes from several teams, the Jayhawks and others. That included Snowden, who shares his experience with columnist Vahe Gregorian and podcast host Blair Kerkhoff. Also, KU beat writer Jesse Newell discusses Kansas basketball’s latest commitment from Bryce Thompson and how the Jayhawks will manage the recovery of injured freshman Jalen Wilson.Read the stories we discussed:Tulsa guard Bryce Thompson, the No. 2 guard in the 2020 class, commits to Kansas - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/university-of-kansas/article237269904.htmlJalen Wilson surgery deemed a success; recovery time 10-12 weeks, KU’s Self says - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/university-of-kansas/article237263039.htmlAbout time: KC sports scene deserves this resumption of KU-Mizzou rivalry - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/vahe-gregorian/article236510553.htmlThanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Patrick Mahomes was back at quarterback, and the Chiefs were cruising early at Tennessee. Then the mistakes started piling up. Penalties, a costly turnover, special teams problems, and the Chiefs found themselves in a dogfight with the Titans, one they lost 35-32. Chiefs beat writers Herbie Teope and Sam McDowell were joined by columnist Vahe Gregorian in a Red Zone Extra postgame Facebook Live, now presented as a SportsBeat KC podcast. And to all of America's veterans. This is your day. Happy Veteran's Day.Read the stories we discussed:Bizarre Chiefs loss will be remembered for field-goal gaffes, not Mahomes’ big return - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/vahe-gregorian/article237223731.htmlHow’s the knee? Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes looks like himself in return - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article237229279.htmlChiefs’ locker room and the anatomy of a gagged lead: ‘It doesn’t make sense’ - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/sam-mellinger/article237221431.htmlChiefs inability to contain Titans running back Derrick Henry contributes to loss - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article237228639.htmlChiefs report card reflects team that snatched defeat from the jaws of victory - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article237220821.htmlThanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oddmakers have made Kansas State and Missouri underdogs on Saturday in road games against Texas and Georgia. What are the prospects for a surprise or two? K-State beat writer Kellis Robinett and Mizzou beat writer Souichi Terada tell us how that can happen. Also, Chiefs safety Juan Thornhill spent some time with the Star’s Sam McDowell and talked about his climb to becoming an NFL player.Read the stories we discussed:How doubt transformed Chiefs rookie Juan Thornhill from overlooked to NFL starter - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article237132234.htmlK-State Q&A: Big 12 title contenders, injured starters and Austin BBQ - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/kansas-state/article237129619.htmlMizzou faces Georgia’s pro style offense, Jake Fromm in defense’s toughest test yet - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/sec/university-of-missouri/article237155179.htmlGet access to all of The Star’s stories by signing up now for a digital subscription. Use the kansascity.com/sportsbeatkcoffer link to get a 40% discount.Thanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Will Patrick Mahomes play against the Titans on Sunday? He’s missed two and a half weeks with a dislocated kneecap but Mahomes was listed as a full practice participant this week. That usually means the coast is clear to play. But the Chiefs aren’t saying that yet. The A-team had plenty to say about it on Facebook Live. Herbie Teope, Sam McDowell, Sam Mellinger and Vahe Gregorian tackled this Chiefs topic and many more.Read the stories we discussed:How Matt Moore has buoyed Chiefs as Patrick Mahomes’ status remains unclear this week - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/vahe-gregorian/article237081829.htmlChiefs linebacker Reggie Ragland was nation’s No. 1 hoops prospect...as a 7th grader - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/sam-mellinger/article237084329.htmlChiefs defense is improving, and here’s one way it could and should get even better - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article237084064.htmlGet access to all of The Star’s stories by signing up now for a digital subscription. Use the kansascity.com/sportsbeatkcoffer link to get a 40% discount.Thanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For only the second time in the Bill Self era, Kansas opened the season with a loss. And there was no guesswork about what went wrong for the Jayhawks against Duke in the Championship Classic. KU committed an incredible 28 turnovers. Is this a problem that can be fixed? KU beat writer Jesse Newell joined SportsBeat KC host Blair Kerkhoff to break down the game. Also, the Chiefs haven’t named a starting quarterback for Sunday’s game at Tennessee. But Matt Moore met the media on Wednesday and spoke to the opportunity to play for Andy Reid and with Patrick Mahomes.Read the stories we discussed:Bill Self’s angriest moment vs. Duke and how it helps us see the big picture for KU - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/university-of-kansas/article237043104.htmlCoach K calls KU a championship contender after victory over Jayhawks - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/university-of-kansas/article237063989.htmlPatrick Mahomes will get more work at practice but return date still not firm - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article237070849.html‘Wouldn’t have believed it.’ Matt Moore: From high school coach to Chiefs starting quarterback - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article236689628.htmlGet access to all of The Star’s stories by signing up now for a digital subscription. Use the kansascity.com/sportsbeatkcoffer link to get a 40% discount.Thanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Royals didn’t exactly search for a new manager. Mike Matheny was already on the staff. And he didn’t exactly win the introductory news conference. But in a side sessions with reporters, Matheny opened up about his success and failures as the St. Louis Cardinals manager. Star columnists Sam Mellinger and Vahe Gregorian were there and offer up their takes on the hire — and their first impression of Matheny as a manager. Also, Kansas helps usher in the college basketball season with a huge game against Duke in New York City Tuesday night. Can college basketball do a better job celebrating its opening night?Read the stories we discussed:A closer look at Matheny’s hiring, including the Royals’ biggest potential problem - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/sam-mellinger/article236907003.htmlWhy new Royals’ manager Mike Matheny the benefit of the doubt from KC fans - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/vahe-gregorian/article236887258.htmlFive bold predictions and a season projection for the KU Jayhawks basketball season - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/university-of-kansas/article237017409.htmlFIve bold predictions and a March projection for K-State’s 2019-20 basketball season - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/kansas-state/article237001989.htmlGet access to all of The Star’s stories by signing up now for a digital subscription. Use the kansascity.com/sportsbeatkcoffer link to get a 40% discount.Thanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Kansas City Chiefs did something on Sunday they haven’t done since September, win a home game. They defeated the Vikings in dramatic fashion 26-23 on Harrison Butker’s 44-yard field goal as time expired. The A-team of Herbie Teope, Sam McDowell, Vahe Gregorian, Sam Mellinger and Blair Kerkhoff provided the postgame breakdown, from the improved play of the defense, to Damien Williams’ 91-yard touchdown burst to the impactful play of Tyreek Hill. The victory improved the Chiefs’ record to 6-3 and with the return of quarterback Patrick Mahomes perhaps looming, the outlook looks more positive for the Chiefs. Read the stories we discussed:Vahe Gregorian: Beyond Mahomes no one animates Chiefs or raises their ceiling like Tyreek Hill - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/vahe-gregorian/article236965468.htmlSam Mellinger: Why Harrison Butker might have just kicked the Chiefs into a chase for first-round bye - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/sam-mellinger/article236965293.htmlJoy of da feet: Chiefs knock out Vikings with last second kick at Arrowhead - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article236962973.html‘Our kicker’s got some swag’: On Harrison Butker’s career day in the Chiefs’ win - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article236965033.htmlChiefs report card vs. the Vikings: Finally some passing marks for a home victory - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article236964963.htmlThanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kansas State beat writer Kellis Robinett and KU beat writer Jesse Newell tell is what’s at stake at the most significant Sunflower Showdown in at least a decade. The Wildcats and Jayahwks are coming off victories and feeling good about the direction of their programs heading into Saturday’s game. Not feeling great these days are the Missouri Tigers, and Mizzou beat writer Souichi Terada sees some troubling signs for team.Read the stories we discussed:Appreciative for the good times: Skylar Thompson’s journey to stardom for K-State: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/kansas-state/article236829138.htmlMissouri bye week update: Odom on Bryant’s health, third-down failures: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/sec/university-of-missouri/article236867833.htmlKansas State fined, but KU only reprimanded by Big 12 for football field stormings: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/article236837658.htmlGet access to all of The Star’s stories by signing up now for a digital subscription. Use the kansascity.com/sportsbeatkcoffer link to get a 40% discount.Thanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Chiefs could be without quarterback Patrick Mahomes for a second straight week, and suddenly Arrowhead Stadium has become a not-so-friendly home. The A-Team of Herbie Teope, Sam McDowell, Vahe Gregorian and Sam Mellinger discuss. Also, the Royals have their new manager. No surprise — it’s Mike Matheny.Read the stories we discussed:Just maybe the Chiefs are beginning to heal and injured players will begin to return - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article236864653.htmlMatheny hired as Royals manager, says ‘something very special is about to happen’ in KC - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/mlb/kansas-city-royals/article236855658.htmlRoyals and Cardinals fans sound off on Mike Matheny being hired as new Royals manager - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/for-petes-sake/article236855743.htmlGet access to all of The Star’s stories by signing up now for a digital subscription. Use the kansascity.com/sportsbeatkcoffer link to get a 40% discount.Thanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As a podcast host on the talknorth.com network, Stephen Strom, knows the Vikings and shares his knowledge of the Chiefs’ next opponent with Blair Kerkhoff on SportsBeat KC. Also, Andy Reid didn’t say who would start at quarterback on Sunday between Matt Moore and Patrick Mahomes, who is recovering from a dislocated kneecap. But Moore met the media on Wednesday and shared his thoughts about his temporary assignment playing in place of one of the NFL’s top quarterbacks.Read the stories we discussed:Who starts at quarterback this week for the Chiefs against the Vikings? Stay tuned - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article236815223.html‘He was into it’: How Patrick Mahomes handled sitting out of Sunday’s game - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article236756378.html‘Good with it’: Despite just playing 9 snaps in Week 8, Chiefs’ Hardman stays patient - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article236821853.htmlGet access to all of The Star’s stories by signing up now for a digital subscription. Use the kansascity.com/sportsbeatkcoffer link to get a 40% discount.Thanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The football version of Sunflower Showdown, the rivalry between Kansas and Kansas State, has been a one-sided conversation for decades. The Wildcats have dominated on the gridiron, winning 10 straight meetings, and the Jayhawks have looked forward to basketball. This week is different with both teams coming off Big 12 victories. K-State stunned Oklahoma, and KU beat Texas Tech on the game’s final play. Star columnists Sam Mellinger and Vahe Gregorian join SportsBeat KC host Blair Kerkhoff to talk about this season's Sunflower Showdown. We also throw in some less encouraging words about the Missouri Tigers.Read the stories we discussed:Kansas State Wildcats vs. KU Jayhawks, kickoff time, info, line, five things to know - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/article236734263.htmlKU (quietly) motivated for K-State: “Don’t want to give you bulletin board material” - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/university-of-kansas/article236750258.htmlChris Klieman wants K-State to ‘stay humble’ as they shift focus to Jayhawks - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/kansas-state/article236742488.htmlMellinger Minutes: A college rivalry returns (maybe) - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/sam-mellinger/article236753073.htmlGet access to all of The Star’s stories by signing up now for a digital subscription. Use the kansascity.com/sportsbeatkcoffer link to get a 40% discount.Thanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Chiefs fell to the Green Bay Packers 31-24 on Sunday Night Football. The Chiefs fell behind 14-0, rallied to take a 17-14 leader behind reserve quarterback Matt Moore, but couldn’t hold off Aaron Rodgers and the Packers. Herbie Teope, Sam McDowell and Sam Mellinger broke down the game, the big moments and pivotal decisions on Facebook Live now presented as a SportsBeat KC podcast.Read the stories we discussed:Andy Reid’s conservative turn cost the Chiefs their last chance against the Packers - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/vahe-gregorian/article236718718.htmlSome troubling blocks have emerged on Chiefs’ road to potential Super Bowl - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/sam-mellinger/article236719628.htmlIt was a loss but Chiefs quarterback Matt Moore looked impressive in first start - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article236718938.htmlChiefs rally, get solid night from Matt Moore but can’t solve Rodgers’ Packers - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article236710198.htmlChiefs grades: F stands for fumble, which was a crushing blow about Rodgers’ Pack - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article236718908.htmlGet access to all of The Star’s stories by signing up now for a digital subscription. Use the kansascity.com/sportsbeatkcoffer link to get a 40% discount.Thanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s a full college football weekend, with Kansas State, Missouri and Kansas each looking for some consistency. The Wildcats broke a two-game losing streak last week but now face rugged Oklahoma. Mizzou looks to avoid its second straight upset loss and visits Kentucky. Kansas nearly pulled off a stunner at Texas and hopes to find some answers on defense against Texas Tech. Also, meet The Star’s new Missouri beat writer, Souichi Terada, and find out his favorite ginger ale.Read the stories we discussed:How Chris Klieman can build off Kansas State’s solid start, guide Wildcats to a bowl - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/kansas-state/article236601658.htmlMizzou offense looking to fix mistakes after season-low performance - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/sec/university-of-missouri/article236568913.htmlKU Jayhawks vs. Texas Tech Red Raiders: Kickoff time, TV, 5 things to know - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/university-of-kansas/article236499518.htmlGet access to all of The Star’s stories by signing up now for a digital subscription. Use the kansascity.com/sportsbeatkcoffer link to get a 40% discount.Thanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Patrick Mahomes is practicing. On a limited basis, but practicing. What are we to make of this? Sam Mellinger, Herbie Teope, Sam McDowell and Blair Kerkhoff dive into the topic on SportsBeat KC. Also, the group discusses the prospect of turning the terrific game by the defense in Denver into a trend, and its tackles this philosophical question: Would you take an Aaron Rodgers career to this point for Mahomes? Remember, that would mean a Super Bowl and likely first ballot Hall of Fame selection.Read the stories we discussed:Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes might play Sunday night? Call him a 'special type of human' - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/vahe-gregorian/article236567573.htmlMatt Moore is preparing to start for the Chiefs...but still doesn’t know if he will - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article236573908.htmlHall of Famer: 'I’d be shocked if Patrick Mahomes doesn’t start against Packers' - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/for-petes-sake/article236596848.htmlGet access to all of The Star’s stories by signing up now for a digital subscription. Use the kansascity.com/sportsbeatkcoffer link to get a 40% discount.Thanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There was plenty to talk about for Kansas basketball coach Bill Self at Big 12 media day at Sprint Center. Self addressed the NCAA letter of allegations, his future at KU and the renewal of the Border War rivalry with Missouri — among other topics. KU beat writers Jesse Newell and Gary Bedore join SportsBeat KC host Blair Kerkhoff to discuss what we heard. Also, is it possible that Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes practiced on Wednesday, a week after suffering a dislocated kneecap against the Broncos? He did… on a limited basis. Hear what Andy Reid and reserve quarterback Matt Moore had to say about the situation.Read the stories we discussed:KU’s Devon Dotson turns ankle, Bill Self dubs point guard day to day - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/university-of-kansas/article236550078.htmlChiefs QB Patrick Mahomes works out, practices and throws (!) at Wednesday’s practice - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article236567153.htmlGet access to all of The Star’s stories by signing up now for a digital subscription. Use the kansascity.com/sportsbeatkcoffer link to get a 40% discount.Thanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kansas and Missouri will renew their men’s basketball rivalry starting next year, the schools announced Monday night. Vahe Gregorian and Sam Mellinger join host Blair Kerkhoff to discuss why this happened, why it’s important and why we love this rivalry. The columnists also use tonight’s World Series opener between the Astros and Nationals to remember what happened in Kansas City five years ago. It started with a magical Wild Card game and ended with the tying run in the final game 90 feet away from home plate.Read the stories we discussed:About time: KC sports scene deserves this resumption of dormant Kansas-Mizzou rivalry - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/vahe-gregorian/article236510553.htmlMellinger Minutes: Mahomes’ timetable, Royals and Matheny, Border War returns - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/sam-mellinger/article236500408.htmlPoll: Are you in favor of Border War men’s basketball series returning - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/for-petes-sake/article236515648.htmlGet access to all of The Star’s stories by signing up now for a digital subscription. Use the kansascity.com/sportsbeatkcoffer link to get a 40% discount.Thanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Patrick Mahomes injured his knee against the Broncos on Thursday night, the worst was immediately feared. It’s doubtful Mahomes will play on Sunday but he hasn’t been ruled out. Coach Andy Reid and trainer Rick Burkholder spoke to the media on Monday. Chiefs beat writers Herbie Teope and Sam McDowell join SportsBeat KC host Blair Kerkhoff to discuss the latest developments.Read the stories we discussed:Chiefs provide update on quarterback Patrick Mahomes’ injury - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article236487443.htmlPatrick Mahomes posts inspirational message on Instagram after tests on a kneecap - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/for-petes-sake/article236491778.htmlChiefs LB Reggie Ragland stayed on task, saw payoff against Denver. Can it continue? - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article236465953.htmlGet access to all of The Star’s stories by signing up now for a digital subscription. Use the kansascity.com/sportsbeatkcoffer link to get a 40% discount.Thanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Chiefs got out of Denver with a convincing victory and an injured quarterback.On a quarterback sneak, Patrick Mahomes suffered a dislocated right kneecap and left the game. That didn’t prevent the Chiefs from an impressive 30-6 triumph to end a two-game losing streak.But it presented questions about the Chiefs’ future at the position that Sam Mellinger, Herbie Teope, Sam McDowell and host Blair Kerkhoff attempt to answer.If Mahomes is out for a few weeks, do the Chiefs stay the course with veteran reserve Matt Moore or do they scour the landscape for a replacement?Check out what the A-team had to say about Mahomes and the Chiefs’ most resounding triumph of the season.This episode was originally recorded as a Facebook Live for the Red Zone Extra page.Read the stories we discussed: The 2019 Chiefs will be defined largely by how they cope without Patrick Mahomes “It looked deformed” Chiefs players’ reaction to Patrick Mahomes’ injury Chiefs’ defense, special teams come up big, and now it’s vital for that to continue Andy Reid gets 200th win, but Patrick Mahomes exits early with a knee injury Grades are in. Should coaches take heat for Patrick Mahomes’ knee injury? Chiefs’ Mahomes is hurt. Here’s some prognosis, recovery times for a dislocated kneecap Get access to all of The Star’s stories by signing up now for a digital subscription. Use the kansascity.com/sportsbeatkcoffer link to get a 40% discount.Thanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s game day. The Chiefs visit the Denver Broncos tonight and it’s a matchup of teams headed in different directions.After starting 4-0, the Chiefs have dropped two straight. After starting 0-4, the Broncos have won two in a row.We get the Broncos perspective on the game from Nick Griffith, a former Kansas City TV sports anchor who has spent the last eight years covering the Broncos and Denver’s sports scene.Also, we hear from Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, who met the media earlier this week. What’s his outlook on tonight’s game?Read the stories we discussed: Does Tyreek Hill’s return solve the Chiefs’ woes? Well, it’s complicated. The Vegas’ oddsmakers are starting to lose some confidence in the Chiefs Chiefs-Broncos prediction: KC looks to extend series streak, but Broncos are hotter Mellinger Minutes: How much Chiefs freakout is too much Chiefs freakout? Get access to all of The Star’s stories by signing up now for a digital subscription. Use the kansascity.com/sportsbeatkcoffer link to get a 40% discount.Thanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's college episode is happening as the football and basketball seasons begin their crossover.K-State beat writer Kellis Robinett tracked down Wildcats’ basketball coach Bruce Weber for an exclusive interview.Jesse Newell, who covers KU, provides the update on the latest basketball commitment and the first to pledge after the Jayhawks received their Notice of Allegations from the NCAA.Meanwhile, columnist Vahe Gregorian provides the update on Mizzou’s newly minted top 25 ranked football program.Read the stories we discussed:How Bruce Weber recruited one of the nation’s top-rated basketball classes: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/kansas-state/article236077988.html“I’m staying home:” Why former KC high schooler says he committed to KU basketball: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/university-of-kansas/article236199038.htmlKU has new offensive coordinator. His contract suggests he’ll get a long look: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/university-of-kansas/article236241153.htmlAfter opening loss to Wyoming, Mizzou’s defense is big reason for five-game winning streak: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/university-of-kansas/article236241153.htmlGet access to all of The Star’s stories by signing up now for a digital subscription. Use the kansascity.com/sportsbeatkcoffer link to get a 40% discount.Thanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After suffering their second straight loss on Sunday, the Chiefs are officially struggling.The offense has slowed, the defense can’t stop opponents — especially on the ground — and injuries have played a role. But is this the right roster?The majority of the team’s 53-man squad was acquired by general manager Brett Veach through the draft, free agent signings and trades.How much has Veach gotten right?That’s part of the conversation with Sam Mellinger, Vahe Gregorian, Herbie Teope, Sam McDowell and SportsBeat KC host Blair Kerkhoff. This episode was originally recorded as a Facebook Live for the Red Zone Extra page.Read the stories we discussed:Sam Mellinger: This headline about the Chiefs should be the exact same headline as last week: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/sam-mellinger/article236210283.htmlChiefs Andy Reid on balance of offense: “Our time of possession in way out of whack”: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article236211588.htmlWhen Chiefs didn’t score after takeaway they lose lone edge created by the defense: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article236210878.htmlGet access to all of The Star’s stories by signing up now for a digital subscription. Use the kansascity.com/sportsbeatkcoffer link to get a 40% discount.Thanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices