Here are the top Kansas City Chiefs stories for August 16, 2026.
1. Chiefs rookie DE R Mason Thomas shows flashes strength, speed in pass rush
R Mason Thomas was drafted to add much-needed juice to the Chiefs’ pass rush. He looked capable of that and more Saturday in his NFL preseason debut.
2. Rookie Emmitt Johnson, Brashard Smith shine as Chiefs backup RB battle takes shape
Rookie Emmett Johnson and Brashard Smith got the bulk of the work in the Kansas City Chiefs' backfield Saturday in the preseason opener as the backup running back battle takes shape.
3. Fans return to Arrowhead for preseason tailgating, festivities
Chiefs fans gathered outside of Arrowhead stadium Saturday to tailgate before the Chiefs' preseason game against the L.A. Rams.
4. Chiefs fall to Rams 20-12 in preseason opener
The Kansas City Chiefs lost their preseason opener 20-12 to the Los Angeles Rams at Arrowhead Stadium Saturday afternoon.
5. How to Watch and Listen | Preseason Week 1: Rams vs. Chiefs
Here’s how to catch the preseason opener on Saturday
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