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USA Today
17-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
WATCH: Chiefs Wire Podcast Video Interview: Doug Pederson
WATCH: Chiefs Wire Podcast Video Interview: Doug Pederson On the Chiefs Wire Podcast, we look back at one of the best interviews from the 2024 season! This week, we're reflecting on the Week 15 episode. Watch as Senior Writer Ed Easton Jr. spoke to former Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Doug Pederson about Andy Reid being the league's oldest coach last season and how he impacted his career. Pederson was a former NFL quarterback, notably with the Green Bay Packers and Philadelphia Eagles, under Chiefs head coach Andy Reid. He transitioned into coaching, serving under Reid in Philadelphia as a quality control and quarterbacks coach. He spent 2013 to 2015 in Kansas City and spoke highly of Reid's influence. "Watching how he comes to work every single day and his attention to detail and his focus and drive," said Pederson, "and how he leads his football teams." Jacksonville dismissed Pederson after three seasons and a 4-13 record in 2024. Check out the link to listen to the full episode!
USA Today
10-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
WATCH: Chiefs Wire Podcast Video Interview: Adam Thielen
WATCH: Chiefs Wire Podcast Video Interview: Adam Thielen On the Chiefs Wire Podcast, we look back at one of the best interviews from the 2024 season! This week, we're reflecting on the Week 12 episode. Watch as Senior Writer Ed Easton Jr. spoke to Carolina Panthers veteran wide receiver Adam Thielen before his team's matchup against the Chiefs last season and his mentality against the defending champions. Thielen is a highly respected golfer who discussed this year's crop of NFL talent competing in last year's American Century Championship at Lake Tahoe. He also gave his unique take on Patrick Mahomes' passion for golf. "He and many guys in the NFL love to play the game," Thielen said of Mahomes. "Our offseasons are a great time to be down south somewhere and play a lot of golf. So, a lot of guys love to play. I mean, Pat is a guy who has a ton of ability." Thielen started 10 games in 2024, his second season in Carolina, and had 48 catches for 615 yards and five touchdowns. The Panthers finished with a 5-12 record as the team continues to rebuild under quarterback Bryce Young. Check out the link to listen to the full episode!
USA Today
03-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
WATCH: Chiefs Wire Podcast Video Interview: Ben Utecht
WATCH: Chiefs Wire Podcast Video Interview: Ben Utecht On the Chiefs Wire Podcast, we look back at one of the best interviews from the 2024 season! This week, we're reflecting on the Week 12 episode. Watch as Senior Writer Ed Easton Jr. spoke to Super Bowl champion and former Indianapolis Colts tight end Ben Utecht about his inspiration for developing the Shower Sockᵀᴹ after dealing with a painful condition and his thoughts on Patrick Mahomes' and Travis Kelce's success in the Chiefs offense. The former First-team All-Big Ten tight end has appreciated the position's growth since retiring in 2009. Utecht acknowledged the greatness of two Chiefs legends at the position and how it's evolved over the years. He expressed his appreciation for Chiefs quarterback Mahomes' ability to use his feet on the field as part of his exceptional skill set. Utecht partnered with global med-tech executives Mario Nozzarella and Heinrich von Solms to further develop the product. They secured US and international patents and trademarks and developed the manufacturing and chemical application process for what has now become the Shower Sockᵀᴹ. Check out the link to listen to the full episode!
Yahoo
03-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
WATCH: Chiefs Wire Podcast Video Interview: Ben Utecht
On the Chiefs Wire Podcast, we look back at one of the best interviews from the 2024 season! This week, we're reflecting on the Week 12 episode. Watch as Senior Writer Ed Easton Jr. spoke to Super Bowl champion and former Indianapolis Colts tight end Ben Utecht about his inspiration for developing the Shower Sockᵀᴹ after dealing with a painful condition and his thoughts on Patrick Mahomes' and Travis Kelce's success in the Chiefs offense. The former First-team All-Big Ten tight end has appreciated the position's growth since retiring in 2009. Utecht acknowledged the greatness of two Chiefs legends at the position and how it's evolved over the years. He expressed his appreciation for Chiefs quarterback Mahomes' ability to use his feet on the field as part of his exceptional skill set. Advertisement Utecht partnered with global med-tech executives Mario Nozzarella and Heinrich von Solms to further develop the product. They secured US and international patents and trademarks and developed the manufacturing and chemical application process for what has now become the Shower Sockᵀᴹ. Check out the link to listen to the full episode! This article originally appeared on Chiefs Wire: Chiefs Wire Podcast Video Playback Interview: Ben Utecht
USA Today
26-04-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
WATCH: Chiefs Wire Podcast Video Interview: Chris Maxey
WATCH: Chiefs Wire Podcast Video Interview: Chris Maxey On the Chiefs Wire Podcast, we look back at one of the best interviews from the 2024 season! This week, we're reflecting on the Week 17 episode. Watch as Senior Writer Ed Easton Jr. spoke to Xavier Worthy's high school coach, Chris Maxey, about his special gift from the Chiefs' wide receiver before last year's NFL Draft and his humble beginnings. Maxey discussed the significance of Worthy's jersey number, his impact on the future, and how his humble personality aligns with the Kansas City community. Worthy surprised his mentor and childhood football coach, Maxey, who helped inspire him throughout his journey, with a 98-inch television. He posted his admiration and the incredible moment on his Instagram last year, days before the 2024 NFL Draft. While playing football at Central East High School, Maxey convinced Worthy to run track and stepped in as an added parent figure. He even made the six-day trip to Virginia for the Junior Olympics in the seventh grade when his mom couldn't take time off work. Maxey continues to work with youth athletes at Central East High School in Fresno, California. He uses Worthy's journey as a positive example of what can happen if you work hard and pursue your goals.
