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Nate Taylor @bynatetaylor.bsky.social · 5d

New story. How have the Chiefs had continued excellence for almost a decade? One reason is rare: It’s willing to teach your replacement, starting with Alex Smith.

“He let Patrick into his world.”

Inside the decisions that are fueling the Chiefs’ dynasty.
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'He let Patrick into his world': Inside the decision that's fueling the Chiefs' dynasty

Getting Patrick Mahomes changed the franchise's fortunes. But another draft-day decision helped ensure lasting success.

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Nate Taylor @bynatetaylor.bsky.social · 9d

Andy Reid said everyone on the active roster is expected to participate in today's practice.

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Tim @thunderkc.bsky.social · 11d

Outstanding article! Always enjoy the in-depth pieces on the evolution / history. We have a random switch to defense to fill a vacancy at Lafayette College in the mid-80s to thank for this greatness?! Wild!

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Nate Taylor @bynatetaylor.bsky.social · 11d

A repost. Steve Spagnuolo’s start in football — & his indoctrination into coaching — was as a high school quarterback.

Inside the secret ingredient fueling the NFL’s most decorated defensive coordinator.
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Nate Taylor @bynatetaylor.bsky.social · 11d

A repost. Steve Spagnuolo’s start in football — & his indoctrination into coaching — was as a high school quarterback.

Inside the secret ingredient fueling the NFL’s most decorated defensive coordinator.
www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...

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Nate Taylor @bynatetaylor.bsky.social · 13d

New story. In his much-anticipated return, Xavier Worthy's speed, production & presence helped unlock the Chiefs offense.

"He's shown that he can be a guy that can do everything. This is the role we expected him to be in & he's showcased it today."
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WR Worthy helps unlock Chiefs offense in return

After missing the past two games while recovering from a dislocated right shoulder, Xavier Worthy led the Chiefs in receiving and rushing yards Sunday against the Ravens as Kansas City scored its most...

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Nate Taylor @bynatetaylor.bsky.social · 13d

They've had about 4 more injuries since the game started, too.

lkayk.bsky.social @lkayk.bsky.social · 13d

Ravens have too many injuries. 😣

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Nate Taylor @bynatetaylor.bsky.social · 13d

This is pretty close to be a zipper game, based on the creativity shown today compared to the first three games.

Mike Christie @mchristie.bsky.social · 13d

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Nate Taylor @bynatetaylor.bsky.social · 13d

You just knew this was going to be said by somebody at some point.

PrimaryTheEstablishment @jmaton.bsky.social · 13d

To quote Peyton Manning, our Idiot Kicker should focus on making kicks not running his mouth

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Nate Taylor @bynatetaylor.bsky.social · 13d

Guys, Harrison Butker is the NFL's highest-paid kicker.

Dustin 𓅃 @librarydust80.bsky.social · 13d

Cut Butker.

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Nate Taylor @bynatetaylor.bsky.social · 13d

I laughed here in the press box.

Rich Fann II @richfann.bsky.social · 13d

Just need a lil bit more of the fast guys and not slow guys in the empty sets but overall

a man is sitting on a porch with the words so far so good written on his face

ALT: a man is sitting on a porch with the words so far so good written on his face

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Nate Taylor @bynatetaylor.bsky.social · 13d

Halftime: Chiefs 20, Ravens 10.

What does everyone think?

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Joshua Brisco @jbbrisco.com · 13d

...weird game, huh?

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Nate Taylor @bynatetaylor.bsky.social · 13d

Very mindful how Xavier Worthy slid after his 37-yard catch to protect his right shoulder.

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Nate Taylor @bynatetaylor.bsky.social · 13d

That play is not designed for rookie Brashard Smith, who still got 17 yards by breaking multiple tacklers.

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Nate Taylor @bynatetaylor.bsky.social · 13d

The Ravens go right down the field, scoring on a nifty inside screen from Lamar Jackson to Justice Hill for an 11-yard touchdown.

If you're wondering, Chris Jones -- who missed pregame returning from his aunt's funeral -- was the lone lineman to record a pressure on Jackson.

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Nate Taylor @bynatetaylor.bsky.social · 13d

The Chiefs won the toss. You know what happened next.

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Nate Taylor @bynatetaylor.bsky.social · 13d

Here are the Chiefs’ inactive players for today’s game against the Ravens -- Mike Danna (left hip), Kristian Fulton (left ankle), Elijah Mitchell, Jared Wiley, Jason Brownlee, Hunter Nourzad & Brodric Martin.

As expected, Xavier Worthy (right shoulder) is back in the lineup.

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Nate Taylor @bynatetaylor.bsky.social · 14d

New story. Steve Spagnuolo’s start in football — & his indoctrination into coaching — was through the sport's most important position.

Yes, he was once a quarterback.

Inside the secret ingredient fueling the NFL’s most decorated defensive coordinator.
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Inside the secret ingredient fueling the NFL's most decorated defensive coordinator

Steve Spagnuolo is one of the most decorated coordinators in NFL history. Here's how he has done it.

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Nate Taylor @bynatetaylor.bsky.social · 15d

New story. The Chiefs will get a boost Sunday against the Ravens with the return of Xavier Worthy.

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Chiefs WR Worthy set to return Sunday vs. Ravens

Xavier Worthy, the Chiefs' fastest receiver, is expected to play in Sunday's game against the Ravens after missing the past two games with a shoulder injury.

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Nate Taylor @bynatetaylor.bsky.social · 17d

Andy Reid said every player on the active roster is expected to participate in today's practice.

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Nate Taylor @bynatetaylor.bsky.social · 18d

New story. Inside the visitors locker room Sunday night, the player who received the most adulation from his peers was Tyquan Thornton.

"He's even exceeding my expectations," Patrick Mahomes said.

On how Thornton found his place with the Chiefs.
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'Every day was like the Super Bowl for me': How Tyquan Thornton found his place in KC

A castoff by the Patriots, the receiver's size and speed have blended well with Mahomes' big arm.

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Nate Taylor @bynatetaylor.bsky.social · 21d

New story. In 2 games, Isiah Pacheco & Kareem Hunt have combined to record just 94 rushing yards. Such ineffectiveness has placed a larger burden on Patrick Mahomes.

On the Chiefs searching for an identity & a spark on the ground against the Giants.

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'When you're on fire, you get them more carries': Chiefs' running game looking for spark

QB Patrick Mahomes has doubled the next-highest Chiefs rusher in each of Kansas City's first two games.

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Nate Taylor @bynatetaylor.bsky.social · 27d

Halftime: Chiefs 10, Eagles 10.

What does everyone think?

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Nate Taylor @bynatetaylor.bsky.social · 27d

Remember the Super Bowl, when the Eagles sacked Patrick Mahomes 6 times despite never blitzing?

Well, Eagles defensive coordinator Vic Fangio has already blitzed Mahomes on 4 of his 10 dropbacks, leading to a 3rd-down sack.

Harrison Butker is good from 56 yards. Eagles up 7-3.

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Nate Taylor @bynatetaylor.bsky.social · 27d

Harrison Butker is wide right from 58 yards.

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