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Chiefs stars dressed for success entering Allegiant Stadium in Week 12

#Chiefs players were dressed for success as they entered Allegiant Stadium for Kansas City’s Week 12 matchup against the #Raiders.

The Kansas City Chiefs are known for their flash on the field, but equally ostentatious are their pre-game outfits, which always showcase the players’ vibrant personalities.

For the team’s Week 12 matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium, six of Kansas City’s stars were featured on the Chiefs’ Twitter page for their bold outfits that set the tone for their divisional matchup on Sunday afternoon.

The importance of Kansas City’s tilt against Las Vegas can’t be understated. With a win, the Chiefs would maintain their position in the AFC playoff standings and give themselves a chance to earn the conference’s top seed later in the season. If they lose against the Raiders, Kansas City’s odds to compete for a home-field advantage during January’s elimination games would be greatly diminished.

From Patrick Mahomes to Travis Kelce, players were dressed for success as they walked to the locker room for the crucial matchup.

Check out all of their best looks below:

Chiefs DB Justin Reid has put together exceptional 2023 campaign, per PFF

#Chiefs DB Justin Reid has put together an exceptional 2023 season as a slot defender, according to Pro Football Focus.

Justin Reid is one of the Kansas City Chiefs’ most important defensive leaders and has managed to catch the eye of the experts at Pro Football Focus, who highlighted his 2023 performance on Twitter this week.

According to PFF, Reid has played exceptionally well as a slot defender this season, allowing just four receptions on 10 targets for 39 yards.

While cornerbacks L’Jarius Sneed, Trent McDuffie, and Joshua Williams are usually considered to be the Chiefs’ top options as slot defenders, Reid has overshadowed his teammates to become the preeminent presence at the position this season.

Interceptions are the only aspect of his game that Reid could stand to develop as Kansas City’s 2023 campaign wears on. With just one pick to show for his efforts through 10 games, Reid’s involvement in forcing turnovers could push the Chiefs defense to new heights heading into the most crucial part of their season, as they compete for the AFC’s top playoff seed.

Why the Kansas City Chiefs are now leading with Steve Spagnuolo’s defense

The Chiefs come into their Super Bowl rematch with the Eagles trending on Steve Spagnuolo’s defense. Here’s how things have changed.

The Kansas City Chiefs come into their Monday Night Football matchup with the Philadelphia Eagles in a very different place than they were when these two teams last played in Super Bowl LVII. That game was a frantic fight to the finish, and a 38-35 game in Kansas City’s favor.

The successful game flow very much fit what the 2022 Chiefs were. That was a team that finished first in Offensive DVOA, and 14th in Defensive DVOA. The plan with this team was always, have the defense be good enough, and the offense will take care of the rest.

Now, things have changed. Decidedly. The 2023 Chiefs rank sixth in Offensive DVOA, and fourth in Defensive DVOA, and when you watch Kansas City’s offense… well, it ain’t all that.

The Chiefs’ deep passing game has fallen apart. How can they fix it?

Defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo, now in his fifth season with the team, now has the defense he’s always wanted — and any other defensive coordinator would envy. We saw flashes of it late in the 2022 season, when everything started to come together with a lot of young talent, and it’s been amplified through the 2023 season’s first 10 weeks. This unit has allowed the NFL’s fourth-fewest yards and the second-fewest points, and that’s what you want.

In this week’s “Xs and Os with Greg Cosell and Doug Farrar,” Greg (of NFL Films and ESPN’s NFL Matchup) and Doug (of Touchdown Wire) get into why this Chiefs defense isn’t just the force multiplier for the defending NFL champs — but the kind of defense that can throw some serious stuff at any offense it faces.

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You can watch this week’s “Xs and Os with Greg Cosell and Doug Farrar” right here:

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You can also subscribe to the “Xs and Os” podcast on Spotify…

…and on Apple Podcasts.

Now, let’s detail why this defense is so dynamic right now.

Chiefs DBs Justin Reid, Trent McDuffie led Kansas City in snap counts vs. Dolphins

#Chiefs DBs Justin Reid and Trent McDuffie led the way in Kansas City’s winning effort against the #Dolphins in Week 9.

The Kansas City Chiefs’ Week 9 win over the Miami Dolphins was hard-fought and came down to a defensive stand on the game’s final drive. Chiefs defenders held quarterback Tua Tagovailoa and the Dolphins offense to just 14 points in the matchup and stood their ground late in the fourth quarter to seal the victory.

Defensive backs Trent McDuffie and Justin Reid played integral roles in the winning effort, leading Kansas City in the snap count category by participating in 63 plays each.

Those 63 snaps accounted for every single down that the Chiefs defense was on the field and was only rivaled by linebacker Drue Tranquill, who saw action in 60 plays while filling in for Nick Bolton, who missed the game due to injury.

On offense, only six players saw action on every down, including every member of the starting offensive line and reigning MVP Patrick Mahomes.

Expect Reid and McDuffie to continue playing crucial roles in Kansas City’s defense when the team returns to action in Week 11 against the Philadelphia Eagles.

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WATCH: Chiefs DB Justin Reid breaks down his blocked field goal vs. Broncos

#Chiefs DB Justin Reid broke down his blocked field goal in Week 8 in a video that made the rounds on Kansas City’s social media pages.

Justin Reid’s blocked field goal against the Denver Broncos was one of the Kansas City Chiefs’ only bright spots in Week 8. The play came in the third quarter when Kansas City was attempting to make a comeback and seemed to swing momentum before the Chiefs’ offense fell flat late in the game.

Reid broke down his exceptional play in a video that made the rounds on Kansas City’s social media channels this weekend. Watch to see how the veteran defensive back called his shot before completing one of the NFL’s rarest plays:

While this magnificent play wasn’t quite enough to push the Chiefs over the edge against Denver, Reid’s outstanding play has helped keep Kansas City’s defense competitive amid a 6-2 start to its 2023 campaign.

It may take another herculean effort like the one Reid put together against the Broncos to earn the Chiefs their seventh win of the season against the Miami Dolphins in Week 9.

Sean Payton shrugs off no-call on Chiefs’ blocked field goal

“You have to get to the next series, and I thought we did a good job of that,” Broncos coach Sean Payton said of moving on from the play.

The Denver Broncos had a field goal attempt blocked in the third quarter of Sunday’s game against the Kansas City Chiefs after safety Justin Reid appeared to jump early on the edge.

In real-time, Reid appeared to cross the line of scrimmage before the ball was snapped. Upon review (without a down-the-line angle), it’s a tough call, but it looks like Reid might have been onside after all.

The Broncos were winning 14-9 at the time of the block. After an eventual 24-9 victory, coach Sean Payton made no public complaints about the no-call.

“That’s a good crew we had,” Payton said when asked about the officiating after the win. “We had them during camp. In a three-hour game, there’s that emotion and that momentum — you talk about it — you want to keep it when you have it, then quickly rebound. There are certain things that take place in the flow of a game.

“I said to [our players] before the game, I said, ‘Look, recognize the team you’re playing. You’re not going to win this game in the first two or three quarters. You’re going to have to win this game, so get on to the next play.’ Myself included. You [can’t] get mad because you think they were offsides on a blocked field goal. You have to get to the next series, and I thought we did a good job of that.”

Payton might have felt differently had the blocked field goal led to a Chiefs comeback win, but it’s wise to not blast officials, especially after a win. It’s also wise to not make a definitive statement on a play before seeing replays from all angles. Regardless of whether or not it was the right call from officials, it’s no big deal to Payton in hindsight.

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Chiefs Dave Toub comments on S Justin Reid’s potential future as an NFL kicker

#Chiefs Dave Toub comments on S Justin Reid’s potential future as an NFL kicker

The emergency kicker role for the Kansas City Chiefs was confirmed last season as starting safety Justin Reid filled in adequately. Reid converted an extra point attempt during Week 1 of the 2022 season following Harrison Butker’s ankle injury.

Chiefs special teams coordinator Dave Toub hasn’t shied away from plugging in different players when needed in special teams roles. He mentioned last week the prospect of having Patrick Mahomes as the emergency punter and is behind Reid as the backup in-game placekicker. During his weekly press conference, Toub commented on Reid’s long-term future as a professional kicker while filling in for an ill Butker at practice on Thursday.

“If we knew that (Butker) was going to be out, we want another kicker,” said Toub. “I’d feel comfortable that Justin can come in, but we want a real kicker. He’s good enough to get us through a game. He can make an extra point and has good range (on field goals).”

Toub was immediately asked if Reid had a future as an NFL kicker later in his football career.

“If he wanted to be a kicker at the NFL level, I don’t think he could do it,” Toub said with a smile. “I love him. I love him, but he will understand why I’m saying that. He’s a good safety.”

Reid will have to settle for being one of the top players in the Chiefs’ secondary. Getting his thoughts on Toub’s assessment would be interesting.

WATCH: Chiefs safety Justin Reid comes down with INT vs. Broncos

#Chiefs defenders Willie Gay Jr. and Justin Reid combined for this impressive interception against the #Broncos on Thursday night.

The Kansas City Chiefs defense is pitching a shutout in their Week 6 matchup against the Denver Broncos, and veteran safety Justin Reid was the latest player to make his presence felt against the team’s bitter divisional rival.

Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson dropped back to throw on an innocuous first down late in the third quarter and saw his pass tipped by linebacker Willie Gay Jr. before it landed in the arms of Reid.

Plays like this have become a regular occurrence for the Chiefs’ burgeoning defense, which is proving to be a force to be reckoned with early in Kansas City’s championship defense campaign. Gay’s active hands at the line of scrimmage helped make this interception possible, and Reid’s awareness to make the tip-drill catch was a welcome sign in a game that has been closer than it should be on the scoreboard.

Expect Gay and Reid to combine for more plays like this in the future as the Chiefs’ young defense comes into its own during the 2023 season.

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Chiefs S Justin Reid shares his thoughts on resting players for Thursday Night Football games

#Chiefs S Justin Reid shares his thoughts on resting players for Thursday Night Football games | from: @EdEastonJr

The topic surrounding Thursday Night Football games’ impact on players’ preparation time and recovery has been discussed for years. The Kansas City Chiefs enter Week 6 against the Denver Broncos with their second Thursday night game following the opening night loss to the Detroit Lions in Week 1.

Chiefs safety Justin Reid is one of the many players who have suggestions on helping to make the Thursday night transition smoother. During Tuesday’s press conference, Reporters suggested a possible extra bye week for those teams, and Reid revealed his thoughts on the situation.

“Yeah, I think that would be nice,” Reid said. “If there was a way to set it up, it might be extra biweekly to be able to split them in half. That way, get a little bit extra rest, and maybe it is better for everyone’s body. But at the end of the day, you know, the cards are on the table as they are, and we gotta go play.”

The Chiefs are expected to be a prominently featured team since winning Super Bowl LVII and having All-Pro stars such as Patrick Mahomes, Chris Jones, and Travis Kelce. The popularity and success of the franchise will constantly put them in marquee television spots, so the team is well aware of the spotlight to perform at their best.

Chiefs S Justin Reid shows appreciation for Kansas City after missing wallet is returned

#Chiefs S Justin Reid shows appreciation for Kansas City after missing wallet is returned | from: @EdEastonJr

The Kansas City Chiefs are visiting the Meadowlands in New Jersey for Sunday night’s matchup with the New York Jets. One of their starters on defense will be traveling with less stress on his mind after a good samaritan assisted personally.

Chiefs safety Justin Reid is feeling relief as his missing wallet was returned on Friday by a local fan in Kansas City. The wallet was returned, with a note from the fan saying that their daughter Heidi was happy to have found it. Reid thanked the little girl via social media with a photo of her personalized letter.

“The folks here in Kansas City are amazing,” Reid said in a post on Twitter. “I lost my wallet last week (you guys know the feeling) and was this close to canceling and reordering the cards before I got the message that it was found. Thank you Heidi!”

Reid should have a clearer mind heading into Week 4, and it’s all thanks to the Kansas City community.