The Kansas City Chiefs are one of the most important franchises in professional football history. Their story begins not in Kansas City, but in 1959, when Lamar Hunt founded the Dallas Texans as one of the original franchises of the American Football League (AFL). The Texans became the Kansas City Chiefs in 1963, and the franchise has remained in the Hunt family ever since. From the great AFL teams of the 1960s to the Patrick Mahomes era, the Chiefs have produced Hall of Fame players, championship teams, legendary coaches and some of the greatest moments in NFL history. As of the beginning of the 2026 season, the franchise had won four Super Bowls: Super Bowl IV, Super Bowl LIV, Super Bowl LVII and Super Bowl LVIII. The Beginning: The Dallas Texans Lamar Hunt founded the franchise in 1959 as the Dallas Texans. The team became a charter member of the new American Football League and began playing in 1960. The Texans quickly became one of the AFL’s strongest teams. In 1962, Dallas won the AFL Championship in a dramatic double-overtime victory over the Houston Oilers. Despite the championship, Hunt concluded that Dallas could not adequately support both his team and the NFL’s Dallas Cowboys. He therefore moved the franchise to Kansas City after the 1962 season. The team officially became the Kansas City Chiefs in 1963. The move was enormously successful. Kansas City immediately embraced the new franchise, and the Chiefs eventually became one of the AFL’s signature teams. All Chiefs Owners One of the most remarkable aspects of Chiefs history is the continuity of ownership. The franchise has never been sold outside the Hunt family. Lamar Hunt — 1959-2006 Lamar Hunt was the founder, original owner and guiding force behind the franchise. He owned the team from its creation as the Dallas Texans in 1959 until his death in 2006. Hunt was also one of the founders of the American Football League and played a major role in the AFL-NFL merger. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1972. Hunt is also widely credited with helping popularize the name “Super Bowl.” Norma Hunt and the Hunt Family — 2006-2023 Following Lamar Hunt’s death in December 2006, ownership remained within the Hunt family. His wife, Norma Hunt, and their four children became involved in ownership of the franchise. Norma Hunt became one of the most recognizable figures in NFL history. She was known as the “First Lady of Football” and attended every Super Bowl from the first game through her death in 2023. The Four Hunt Family Ownership Groups — Present Today, the Chiefs are owned by the families of Lamar Hunt’s four children: Lamar Hunt Jr. Sharron Hunt Clark Hunt Daniel Hunt Clark Hunt serves as chairman and CEO and is the family’s principal representative in the operation of the franchise. The Chiefs therefore remain one of the NFL’s longest continuously family-owned franchises. Every Stadium the Chiefs Have Called Home The franchise has had three principal home stadiums when the Dallas Texans and Kansas City Chiefs history is considered together. Cotton Bowl — Dallas, Texas 1960-1962 The original Dallas Texans played their home games at the Cotton Bowl. The stadium was already one of the best-known football venues in Texas, and it served as the franchise’s home during its three seasons in Dallas. The Texans won the 1962 AFL Championship while playing at the Cotton Bowl. Municipal Stadium — Kansas City, Missouri 1963-1971 After moving to Kansas City, the newly renamed Chiefs played at Municipal Stadium. The stadium was located at 22nd Street and Brooklyn Avenue and had previously been used by the Kansas City Athletics baseball club. Municipal Stadium became the birthplace of Kansas City Chiefs football. Some of the greatest players in franchise history began their Chiefs careers there, including Len Dawson, Bobby Bell, Buck Buchanan, Willie Lanier, Emmitt Thomas and Johnny Robinson. The Chiefs played their final game at Municipal Stadium on Christmas Day 1971, losing a dramatic overtime playoff game to the Miami Dolphins. Arrowhead Stadium — Kansas City, Missouri 1972-present The Chiefs moved into Arrowhead Stadium in 1972. Arrowhead quickly became one of the most recognizable stadiums in professional sports. Its steep seating bowl, loud crowd and distinctive design made it one of the most intimidating home-field advantages in the NFL. The stadium was later known as GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Arrowhead has been the home of the Chiefs through the eras of Marty Schottenheimer, Dick Vermeil, Herm Edwards, Todd Haley, Andy Reid and Patrick Mahomes. It has also hosted some of the greatest playoff games in franchise history. Chiefs Pro Football Hall of Famers — The Chiefs Legacy The Pro Football Hall of Fame lists many former Chiefs because the players, coaches and executives associated with the franchise represent several generations of professional football excellence. For this list, the focus is on the Hall of Famers whose major football legacy was earned with the Dallas Texans/Kansas City Chiefs, rather than players who happened to spend a short portion of their careers in Kansas City. Bobby Bell Linebacker — Chiefs, 1963-1974 Bobby Bell was one of the great defensive players of the AFL era. He was a key member of the Chiefs’ championship defenses and became one of the most feared linebackers in professional football. Buck Buchanan Defensive Tackle — Chiefs, 1963-1975 Buck Buchanan was one of the dominant defensive linemen of the AFL. He was a cornerstone of the Chiefs’ great defenses and played in both of Kansas City’s first two Super Bowls. Curley Culp Defensive Tackle — Chiefs, 1968-1974 Culp was a powerful defensive tackle who became an important part of the Chiefs’ defense during the late AFL and early NFL years. Len Dawson Quarterback — Chiefs, 1963-1975 Len Dawson was the greatest quarterback of the early Chiefs era. He led Kansas City to the AFL Championship in 1966 and 1969 and quarterbacked the Chiefs to their historic victory in Super Bowl IV. Dawson was named… Continue reading Kansas City Chiefs: The Complete History of a Football Dynasty
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NFL CONFIDENCE PICKS WEEK 16 NFL 12/25-27-28/2020
CHIEFS: Clinch number 1 seed AFC. STEELERS: Clinch AFC North Championship JAGUARS: Clinch 1st draft pick of 2021. Following loss Sunday, to Bears and Jets victory over Browns SEAHAWKS: Clinch 1st NFC West Title since 2016. CHIEFS: TE, Travis Kelce, sets record for most RECEIVING YARDS, by a tight end in a single season (1,377). The mark was previously set by George Kittle. CHARGERS: Rookie quarterback Justin Herbert set a new NFL single-season rookie record by throwing his 28th TD during Sunday’s 19-16 win against the Broncos. SAINTS: (12/24/20): Clinch 4th consecutive NFC South division. SETS or TIES 3 NFL Records. QB, Drew Brees, sets RECORD! 1st NFL player to pass for 80,000 yds. RB, Alvin Kamara scored NFL Record with 6 touchdowns against the Vikings. His six rushing TDs are tied with Ernie Nevers (Chicago Cardinals, 1929) for most in a game in NFL history. Kamara also set a career high with yards(155) from scrimmage. BUCCANEERS: Clinch 1st playoff spot since 2007. PATRIOTS: QB coach Jedd Fisch leaving team to become head coach at Arizona Wildcats. . 49’ERS:(12/24/20): TE, George Kittle, (out last 6 games fractured bone in foot), to play Saturday Vs CARDINALS. QB, Nick Mullens, (elbow injury, may require Tommy Johns, surgery) (12/26/20): OUT! CB Richard Sherman (calf), DB Jimmie Ward (concussion); DOUBTFUL: DL, Dion Jordan (knee); QUESTIONABLE: DT, Javon Kinlaw, (knee), DB Tarvarius Moore, (knee), CB, Emmanuel Mosley ,(hamstring) . BEARS: (12/26/20): OUT: CB, Buster Skrine, (concussion), CB, Jaylon Johnson (shoulder). DOUBTFUL: TE, Demetrius Harris, (foot); QUESTIONABLE: LB, Khalil Mack, (shoulder), DT, Akiem Hicks, (ankle), WR, Allen Robinson, (hamstring), S, Deon Bush, (foot), WR, Cordarrelle Patterson, (knee), CB, Cordarrelle Patterson, (knee, foot), DE, Mario Edwards, (hamstring), NT, Bilal Nichols (knee) . BENGALS: (12/23/20): OUT: WR, Tyler Boyd (concussion), in concussion protocol. QB, Ryan Finley, (abdomen) . , OUT, this week.OUT: CB Richard Sherman (calf), DB Jimmie Ward (concussion); DOUBTFUL: DL Dion Jordan (knee); QUESTIONABLE: DT Javon Kinlaw (knee), DB Tarvarius Moore (knee), CB Emmanuel Moseley (hamstring) RB, Joe Mixon, (foot injury) . BILLS: (12/23/20): WR. John Brown. (ankle), will remain on IR . BROWNS: (12/23/20): DT, Sheldon Richardson, (neck), expected to play this week. :(12/26/20): OUT: G, Wyatt Teller (ankle); QUESTIONABLE: LB Malcolm Smith (hamstring). Place 4 WRs on COVID-19/reserve. WRs, Jarvis Landry, Rashard Higgins, Donovan Peoples-Jones, and KhaDarel Hodge. Also put on list are, LBs, B.J. Goodson and Jacob Phillips. WRs, Ja’Marcus Bradkley, and Derrick Willies, along with LB, Montrel Meander, activated from practice squad. LT Jedric Wills, has been activated from COVID-19 list . BRONCOS:OUT: 12/26/20): RB, Phillip Lindsay, (hip, knee); QUESTIONABLE: LB, Bradley Chubb, (ankle), RB, Royce Freeman, (hip), CB, Nate Hairston, (toe), DL, Deshawn Williams, (knee) . BUCCANEERS: (12/23/20): S, Justin Evans, waived. (12/25/20): DOUBTFUL, CB, Carlton Davis, (groin). . CARDINALS: (12/26/20): OUT: LB, Dennis Gardeck, (knee). QUESTIONABLE: RB, Chase Edmonds, (ankle, knee), WR, Larry Fitzgerald, (groin), CB, Dre Kirkpatrick, (hamstring, calf), TE, Dre Kirkpatrick, (back), TE, Darrell Daniels, (hamstring), TE, Maxx Williams, (ankle), LB, Kyle Fitts (hamstring), OL, Justin Pugh, (calf), S, Jalen Thompson (ankle) . CHARGERS: (12/25/20): DE, Joey Bosa (concussion/shin) OUT! Sunday, Vs Broncos. DE, Joey Bosa, (shin, concussion), DE, Uchenna Nwosu ,(knee); QUESTIONABLE: WR, Kennan Allen, (hamstring), LB, Denzel Perryman, (back) CHIEFS: (12/25/20): OUT: RB, Clyde Edwards-Helaire, (ankle), LB, Damien Wilson, (knee). QUESTIONABLE: WR Tyreek Hill (hamstring), DE, Frank Clark (illness). . COLTS: (12/23/20): QB, Phillip Rivers, (toe). will not practice, (just like every week since he incurred injury) . COWBOYS: (12/23/20) : RB, Ezekial Elliott, (calf), limited to to participation in practice. LB, Leighton Vander Esch, (high ankle sprain), and NT, Antwuan Woods, (ankle), won’t practice this week. (12/26/20) : OUT: LB, Leighton Vander Esch,(ankle), DT, Antwaun Woods, (ankle), S, Xavier Woods, (ribs), CB/S, Rashard Robinson, (ankle); (12/27/20): RB, Ezekial Elliott expected to play Vs Eagles. . DOLPHINS: (12/24/20):“Optimistic” QB, Derek Carr, a GDD,(game day decision). OUT: G: Solomon Kindley (knee, foot), DE, Shaq Lawson, (soulder).). QUESTIONABLE: OL Ereck Flowers, (ankle), TE Mike Gesicki, (shoulder), WR, Jakeem Grant, (hamstring), LB, Kyle Van Noy, (hip) . EAGLES: (12/26/20): OUT: DE, Josh Sweat, (wrist), TE, Richard Rodgers, (ankle), CB, Kevon Seymour, (knee); QUESTIONABLE: DT, Fletcher Cox, (neck), P, Cameron Johnston, (concussion), LB, Duke Riley, (bicep) . FALCONS: (12/26/20): OUT: WR, Julio Jones, (hamstring), DB, Darqueze Dennard (quad), C, Alex Mack (concussion), G, James Carpenter (groin). QUESTIONABLE: S, Ricardo Allen (concussion), DT, Marlon Davidson (knee), WR, Brandon Powell (foot) . FOOTBALL TEAM: (12/23/20): QB, Dwayne Haskins, stripped of team captaincy, and fined $40,000.oo, (COVID-19 protocol violation). (12/25/20): QB, Alex Smith (calf) stands a 50/50 chance of playing Sunday Vs Panthers. (12/26/20): OUT: LB, Thomas Davis, (knee); DOUBTFUL: WR, Terry McLaurin, (ankle); QUESTIONABLE: RB, Antonio Gibson, (toe), LB, Kevin Pierre-Louis (ankle), QB, Alex Smith (calf), (knee); DOUBTFUL: WR, Terry McLaurin, (ankle); QUESTIONABLE: RB, Antonio Gibson, (toe), LB, Kevin Pierre-Louis (ankle), (12/28/20): Waive QB Dwayne Haskins. . GIANTS: (12/23/20), No decision yet about QB, Daniel Jones. (hamstring week13). QB, Colt McCoy ready if Jones does not play. (12/26/20) OUT: WR, Golden Tate (calf), DB, Darnay Holmes (knee); QUESTIONABLE: QB, Daniel Jones (hamstring, ankle), LB, Blake Martinez (ankle) . JAGUARS: (12/23/20), RB, James Robinson, (ankle), will not practice. (12/23/20) OUT: WR , Collin Johnson, (hamstring), CB, Sidney Jones, (Achilles); QUESTIONABLE: RB, James Robinson, (ankle) . JETS: (12/23/20), DL, Quinnen Williams, (concussion and neck) on IR. OUT for season. (12/26/20) DOUBTFUL: CB, Javelin Guidry, (knee); QUESTIONABLE: WR, Jeff Smith (shoulder) CB, Javelin Guidry is OUT, (knee). . LIONS: (12/24/20): Interim HC Darrell Bevell will miss Saturday game Vs BUCCANEERS, (Close contact high-risk). WR coach Robert Prince will be acting HC. QB, coach Sean Ryan will call offensive plays. HC, asst. Evan Rothstein will call defense. Also missing will be DC, Cory Undlin, DDL, coach Bo Davis, DB, coach Steve Gregory, and LB coach Ty McKenzie. LB, Anthony Pittman on COVID-19/reserve. . PACKERS: (12/24/20): OUT: S, Will Redmond, (concussion), TE, Jace Sternberger, (concussion, illness); DOUBTFUL: RB, Jamaal Williams, (quad), … Continue reading NFL CONFIDENCE PICKS WEEK 16 NFL 12/25-27-28/2020
