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The 2026 NFL league year has officially kicked off, and for the first time in over a decade, the Kansas City Chiefs are operating with the sting of a playoff-less season. Coming off an uncharacteristic 6–11 campaign and facing a roster in transition, Brett Veach hasn't been shy about pulling the trigger on major changes—but is it enough to reclaim the AFC West?

In this episode, Matt Verderame and Tucker Franklin break down the high-stakes gambles and shrewd acquisitions that have defined the Chiefs' offseason so far.

Whether you're celebrating the aggressive rebuild or worried about the holes left in the secondary, we’re grading every move and looking ahead to how these signings impact the Chiefs’ strategy for the upcoming NFL Draft.

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