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How the Chiefs should gameplan for Week 9 vs. Dolphins

How can the Kansas City #Chiefs come away with a Week 9 victory over the Miami Dolphins?

In Week 9 the Kansas City Chiefs and Miami Dolphins travel to Germany for an AFC heavyweight matchup.

The Chiefs are coming off an upset loss to the Denver Broncos, which featured one of the worst offensive performances during quarterback Patrick Mahomes’ tenure. Kansas City’s offense has not played at the level that we have been accustomed to over the past several years and it has become a legitimate concern for the team heading into the second half of the season.

After a flat performance in a loss to the Philadelphia Eagles two weeks ago, the Dolphins bounced back with a dominant win over the New England Patriots last week. Miami’s offense has been on a historic pace this season, leading the NFL in passing, rushing, and points per game. The Dolphins are striving for their first AFC East division title since 2008.

Check out our offseason report on the Dolphins, where you’ll find information about their offseason moves and key players. Now, let’s see what it will take for the Chiefs to come away victorious.

Chiefs TE Travis Kelce addressed a specific Taylor Swift question in Germany

Chiefs TE Travis Kelce addressed a specific Taylor Swift question in Germany

The Travis Kelce domination at tight end this season continues despite missing the first week. He leads the league in major categories for the position and remains quarterback Patrick Mahomes’ primary target.

Kelce has noticeably seen an increase in production on the field when his special guest, Taylor Swift, is in attendance. The Chiefs are undefeated in the games she’s watched from the suites, and it had reporters asking about her whereabouts in Germany after Friday’s practice.

“You know what I think when I mentioned, or everybody knows that she’s at the game, the Vegas, like the over-under on my catches, kind of goes through up and down the spread goes up and down. So, you know I don’t want to mess with any of that stuff, so I’m just gonna keep it to myself.”

The betting odds on Swift’s attendance affecting his play wasn’t the only pressing question from the press conference as a reporter asked about the couple’s current status.

“I got to see her last week,” said Kelce with a smile, “That’s the latest status. I’m gonna keep my personal relationship personal.”

Chiefs DC Steve Spagnuolo reflects on experience in Germany as an NFL Europe coach

Chiefs DC Steve Spagnuolo reflected on his experience in Germany as an NFL Europe coach

The Kansas City Chiefs are going to Frankfurt, Germany, for the Week 9 battle with the Miami Dolphins. The trip will be a new experience for many traveling but very familiar for one of their coaches.

Chiefs defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo served in the same role for the former NFL Europe team, the Frankfurt Galaxy, in 1998. Spagnuolo reflected on his experience in the now-defunct league and playing in Germany during Thursday’s press conference.

“I had an old windbreaker button-down jacket; I used to have one of those that was purple because we were purple,” Spagnuolo explained. “I think there was a little goal. Yes, something sprinkled in there. Great uniforms. That was a tremendous experience. I loved it. We ended up going to the World Bowl, which was in Frankfurt that year; the Berlin Fire beat us.

“You always remember when you get beat, right? But it was a great atmosphere. The people there. The game was exciting. They cheer constantly. You can’t tell if you did good or bad because they’re always cheering, which is great. They’re really into it. It was it was a great experience. I wish I could find that jacket.”

A reporter mentioned that Travis Kelce has an old Jersey from the team in his locker as Soagnuolo smiled and responded, “Well, Travis can come up with things.”

Frankfurt-bound Chiefs fans receive ‘super sendoff’ ahead of matchup vs. Dolphins

A group of Frankfurt-bound fans received a “super sendoff” as they journeyed to Germany to watch the #Chiefs take on the #Dolphins

Frankfurt, Germany, may need to prepare for a sea of red to descend upon it ahead of the Kansas City Chiefs’ Week 9 matchup against the Miami Dolphins.

Fans headed to the international game on Sunday were given a “super sendoff,” according to Dennis Evans of KMBC, who posted a video of their departure on Wednesday afternoon.

It can be hard to tell which team will be favored by the crowd in an international game, but the Chiefs may have an advantage given the volume of travelers shown in the video.

These die-hard fans go across the pond at their own peril, though, as a win on the international stage is anything but guaranteed for Kansas City, which just took a brutal loss to the Denver Broncos in Week 8.

Expect exuberance from these most loyal members of Chiefs Kingdom if Kansas City manages to beat the Dolphins on Sunday, but crushing heartbreak if their voyage was for naught.

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What’s happening in Chiefs Kingdom?

The Kansas City Chiefs are at something of a crossroads after dropping their Week 8 matchup against the Denver Broncos. Now set to face the upstart Miami Dolphins in Frankfurt, Germany on Sunday, Kansas City enters Week 9 with something to prove after rattling off six straight wins.

Veterans Marquez Valdes-Scantling and Isiah Pacheco spoke to Chiefs Wire’s resident reporter Ed Easton Jr. about Kansas City’s preparations for the international game this weekend, and shed light on their feelings about the highly anticipated matchup.

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WATCH: Dolphins HC Mike McDaniel opened his media availability in Germany as only he could

The HC started his press conference with some laughs.

The Miami Dolphins are across the Atlantic Ocean on Tuesday, as they’re busy preparing for their Sunday matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs at Deutsche Bank Park in Frankfurt, Germany.

Ahead of the contest, Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel held his first media availability on Tuesday, and in classic McDaniel fashion, he started the jokes the second he stood fully in front of the podium.

McDaniel’s unit has a tough test ahead of them, as they have an opportunity to secure their first victory against an opponent with a winning record this week, but the coach will never let any worry show on his face.

Chiefs RB Isiah Pacheco discusses running backs room, preparing for trip to Germany

#Chiefs RB Isiah Pacheco discusses running backs room, preparing for trip to Germany

The Kansas City Chiefs have enjoyed consistent rugged and productive runs from starting running back Isiah Pacheco. He has proven to be a game-changer and budding leader in his second NFL season.

Chiefs Wire’s Ed Easton Jr. recently sat down with Pacheco courtesy of NFL’s official pizza partner, Little Caesars, to discuss the weekly mindset of Clyde Edwards-Helaire, Jerrick Mckinnon, and himself in the running backs room and getting ready for Germany.

“I’ll say the proper preparation of progressive poor performance. And that’s something we have in the room is five Ps.” said Pacheco, “And as a unit, we got to stand on that and persistently help one another out.”

The core values from the running backs room are also translated into the team’s preparation plans for traveling to Germany in Week 9.

“So I’m prepared to get out there to Germany. You know, it’s going to be different the time traveling, so we have a plan. And for us as players, we got to stick to it. What coach (Andy) Reid and the staff has for us.” said Pacheco, “A long trip, so, just being able to have a routine and plan when we get there and understanding what the coaches want, what’s best for us and trust in the process.”

The Chiefs will need their routines set for travel as they match up with the offensive firepower of the Miami Dolphins on November 5th.

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Marquez Valdes-Scantling says Charmin is helping on Chiefs’ trip to Germany

Chiefs WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling says Charmin is helping on the team’s trip to Germany

The defending Super Bowl champions are entering Week 9 this Sunday, ready to bounce back with a strong showing against the Miami Dolphins. They will face the challenge of playing in a different country and trying to maintain their routine but will have some help in a very private manner.

Chiefs Wire’s Ed Easton Jr. recently sat down with wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling, courtesy of Charmin Ultra Soft Smooth Tear, to discuss the importance of using its brand-new toilet paper on the trip to Frankfurt, Germany, and adjusting to different game times throughout the season.

“Yeah, Charmin is helping us out, man. Now, as we go over to Germany, being our home away from home, we are able to keep our routine the same,” Valdes-Scantling explained. “They gave us this Charmin Ultra Soft Smooth Tear toilet paper that we’re going to be able to take with us and just be able to go to another part of the world.

“You never know what to expect. And so being able to have some safety net and knowing what you’re going to be able to take with you is important because there’s nothing worse than getting to a spot and not having something comfortable. So Charmin is doing a great job.”

The former Green Bay Packers standout is no stranger to playing on a national platform. He explained his many primetime appearances before suiting up for the Chiefs.

“I mean, I played for the Packers before. And so we always had the primetime games, you know, we hardly ever had the 12 or one o’clock time slot. I think I probably had, you know, maybe eight of those, and my six-year plan, you know, maybe get one, one a year, two, if you’re lucky. And so I’ve always been on the 3:25 slot or the 7:25 slot.

“So, I’m just used to it. You know, and obviously, we are a good football team, people want to see you play. And so I’m just grateful that I’ve been on the good teams that people want to see play, as opposed to always having a 12 o’clock game that no one cares. And no one’s in the stands watching you play.”

The Chiefs are far and away one of the more popular teams in the NFL, and being the reigning Super Bowl champions has landed them in marquee games like this Sunday in Frankfurt.

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Germany had never sacked a coach before. Then came Hansi Flick.

Germany is on a run of just four wins from 17 games

Hansi Flick has made some history as Germany men’s national team head coach — just not the kind he would have wanted.

Flick was fired on Sunday, marking the first time a Germany men’s coach had been relieved of his duties since the position was created in 1926.

The final straw in a tenure that lasted just over two years was a 4-1 defeat to Japan in a friendly on Saturday. It was Germany’s fifth match in a row without a win, and continued a run of just four wins from 17 games.

“The committee agreed that the German national team needs a fresh impetus after the recent disappointing results. Going into the European Championship next summer, we need confidence and optimism in the country regarding our team,” said German federation (DFB) president Bernd Neuendorf in a statement.

“This has been one of the most difficult decisions I have had to make during my time in this role because I really respect Hansi Flick and his assistants, both on a professional and personal level. Sporting success is of the upmost importance to the DFB, which is why this decision had to be made.”

Rudi Völler, one of three coaches taking temporary charge, added: “Hansi Flick worked incredibly hard over the past few months with his coaching team to try and turn things around after the World Cup in Qatar. Unfortunately though, he hasn’t been able to do so. The Japan game clearly showed us that we couldn’t carry on like this.”

Germany crashed out of the 2022 World Cup at the group stage, finishing third in a group that also included Japan, Spain and Costa Rica.

Julian Nagelsmann, who like Flick is a former Bayern Munich manager, has been tipped as a potential replacement ahead of Germany hosting the European Championship next summer.

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Team Germany roster: Meet the national team that beat Team USA at the 2023 FIBA World Cup

Franz Wagner and Moritz Wagner are not the only NBA players on this team.

Although the United States was considered the favorite to win the 2023 FIBA World Cup, they lost to Germany in the semifinals.

After the upset victory over Team USA on Friday in the Philippines, the German national team will advance to the finals and will face Serbia for a chance to win the gold medal in the competition.

Germany is coached by Gordon Herbert, who led Germany to win a bronze medal at the European Championships in 2022. His roster at the FIBA World Cup has four NBA players, more than any other nation except for just Team USA (12) as well as Australia (9) and Canada (7).

This team, also known as Die Mannschaft, is currently the only undefeated nation remaining in the tournament. Here are the players representing their country in this competition.