"Kahlil Benson" — Search Results

Stories

Chiefs Rookie Report: Grading Kahlil Benson through four games

The Kansas City Chiefs enter their bye week with an undefeated 4-0 record, led by rookie offensive lineman Kahlil Benson, who has exceeded expectations in his first four games. Initially slated to…

NFL · 29d ago

How Chiefs' Kahlil Benson went from undrafted rookie to starting LT protecting Patrick Mahomes' blindside

The Kansas City Chiefs opened their season with two straight victories, though general manager Brett Veach had to adjust plans along the offensive line. Undrafted rookie Kahlil Benson unexpectedly…

NFL · 45d ago

Chiefs’ Kahlil Benson is ‘winning over a lot of people,’ says Andy Reid

Kansas City head coach Andy Reid noted that undrafted lineman Kahlil Benson has quickly gained strong approval following an opportunity that opened up due to Josh Simmons being sidelined with a back…

NFL · 45d ago

Ralph Branson (Public domain), via Wikimedia Commons

Chiefs rule out LT Josh Simmons and will start undrafted rookie Kahlil Benson at LT vs. the Broncos

Kansas City will be without left tackle Josh Simmons for their 2026 regular-season opener against the Denver Broncos at Arrowhead Stadium on Monday night. In his absence, the Chiefs plan to place…

NFL · 53d ago

Candystripe Catchup: Indiana at Rutgers, Josh Hoover’s play, Kahlil Benson’s NFL breakout

Indiana athletics is gearing up for a busy weekend as the football squad prepares to hit the road for its first away matchup of the 2026 season against Rutgers in New Jersey. In other athletic news,…

College Football · 34d ago

Andy Heck discusses an undrafted rookie's path to the starting lineup

Kansas City Chiefs offensive line coach Andy Heck recently addressed the media regarding the rapid ascent of undrafted rookie offensive lineman Kahlil Benson into the team's starting lineup. Heck…

College Football · 39d ago

2 Chiefs recognized by the NFL as top players of September

The Kansas City franchise has secured a pair of monthly league honors following a productive opening stretch to the campaign. Running back Kenneth Walker captured the AFC Offensive Player of the…

NFL · 35d ago

Photo via Wikimedia Commons (Public domain)

Patrick Mahomes sees how the Chiefs’ offense can take it to the next level

The Kansas City Chiefs enter Week 6 with an undefeated record and one of the NFL’s most potent offenses, ranking fifth in scoring (29.5 points per game) and second in total yards (412). Quarterback…

NFL · 22d ago

The Chiefs Are Back In Dynasty Mode; Why Is Everything So Hard For The Rams?

The Kansas City Chiefs are quickly reclaiming their dynasty status after a transitional 2025 season, with rookie running back Kenneth Walker III emerging as a game-changing force. Walker’s Week 4…

NFL · 31d ago

5 things we learned about the Chiefs from Week 1 win over Denver

Kansas City kicked off the season in commanding fashion, rolling to a 31-10 home victory over Denver on September 14, 2026. The contest marked an impressive return for Patrick Mahomes following an…

NFL · 51d ago

NFL Power Rankings Week 7 Roundup: Chiefs settle into No. 2 spot

The Kansas City Chiefs continued their dominant start to the 2026 season with a commanding 22-6 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 6, extending their unbeaten record to 5-0. The win…

NFL · 16d ago

Chiefs make 2 practice squad elevations ahead of season opener

Heading into their Monday Night Football season opener against the Denver Broncos, the Kansas City Chiefs have elevated two practice squad members to their active game-day roster. Kansas City enters…

NFL · 52d ago

Kingdom Keys: 3 keys to a Chiefs victory over the Raiders in Week 4

An early-season divisional battle looms as the undefeated Kansas City Chiefs prepare to host the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 4, with both squads entering at 3-0. The surprising Raiders have matched…

NFL · 34d ago

Mansoor Delane, Cooper McDonald questionable to return

Kansas City Chiefs rookie defensive back Mansoor Delane experienced a turbulent NFL debut during a Week 1 Monday night battle against the Denver Broncos. On his initial professional defensive series…

NFL · 51d ago

3 things that must improve about the Chiefs after the bye week

The Kansas City Chiefs enter their bye week with a strong 4-0 record, but three key areas need urgent improvement to maintain their AFC lead. On defense, the unit has struggled on third downs,…

NFL · 27d ago

How non-first-round rookies are faring this NFL season: Denzel Boston among the leaders of the pack

As the NFL approaches the one-quarter mark of the schedule, attention is turning toward rookie contributors drafted outside the opening round. Among the eighteen players who have logged over one…

NFL · 30d ago

Use BetMGM bonus code CBSSPORTS to get $1,500 bonus bets by targeting Colts-Chiefs on Sunday Night Football

BetMGM is promoting a signup offer utilizing promotional entry word CBSSPORTS, granting new clients up to fifteen hundred dollars in promotional wagers if their initial selection fails. The weekend…

NFL · 45d ago

5 notable quotes from Andy Reid the day after Chiefs’ Week 2 win

Kansas City head coach Andy Reid addressed the media following his squad's hard-fought overtime triumph against Indianapolis, highlighting the squad's toughness during the extra session. During his…

NFL · 45d ago

The Good and the Bad from the Chiefs’ Week 2 win

The Kansas City Chiefs secured a narrow 33-30 victory in extra time against the Indianapolis Colts after a back-and-forth contest during the second week of the season. Quarterback Patrick Mahomes led…

NFL · 43d ago

What has Kenneth Walker III brought to Kansas City Chiefs’ offense?

As the Las Vegas Raiders and Kansas City Chiefs prepare for a rare early-season clash with AFC West supremacy at stake, analysts have broken down how offseason addition Kenneth Walker III has…

NFL · 34d ago

Chiefs News: Spags pulled aside defense after opening drive in Miami

During a recent contest in Miami, Kansas City defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo gathered his unit on the sideline following a lengthy opening possession by the opposing squad that yielded…

NFL · 38d ago

Chiefs likely have to use undrafted rookie at key position as injury replacement for Week 1

The Kansas City Chiefs are turning to an unexpected option on their offensive line for their Week 1 Monday Night Football showdown against the Denver Broncos. Undrafted rookie Kahlil Benson, who…

NFL · 53d ago

Week 1 inactives for Chiefs

Ahead of their Monday Night Football regular season kickoff against the Denver Broncos, the Kansas City Chiefs disclosed their roster status, benching two starting athletes for the divisional tilt.…

NFL · 51d ago

Chiefs-Raiders: 5 things to watch in Week 4 matchup

The undefeated Kansas City Chiefs and Las Vegas Raiders prepare for a critical divisional clash that will grant the victor sole command of first place in the AFC West. Both squads enter the weekend…

NFL · 34d ago