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USA Today
03-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Chiefs DL Felix Anudike-Uzomah officially changed his jersey number for 2025 season
Chiefs DL Felix Anudike-Uzomah officially changed his jersey number for 2025 season This week, the Kansas City Chiefs released the jersey numbers for their rookie class from the 2025 NFL draft. Though there weren't any major surprises in the highly anticipated reveal, some eagle-eyed Chiefs fans noticed that third-round pick Ashton Gillotte had been assigned No. 97, which defensive lineman Felix Anudike-Uzomah had previously worn. In a post to Instagram shortly after the announcement, Anudike-Uzomah confirmed that he is set to don the No. 91 jersey next season, marking a return to the number he wore as a collegian during his time with the Kansas State Wildcats. A screenshot of Anudike-Uzomah's message was shared by user @Vince_Lovergine on Twitter: In years past, defensive tackle Derrick Nnadi wore the No. 91 jersey, but the number became available when the former Florida State Seminole signed with the New York Jets in free agency. Both Gillotte and Anudike-Uzomah will be counted on to help lead Kansas City's revamped pass-rush in 2025, and both young linemen are heading into the offseason ready to help the Chiefs get back to the Super Bowl, regardless of which jersey number they wear.
USA Today
24-04-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
2025 NFL draft: What time could the Eagles be on the clock in the first round?
2025 NFL draft: What time could the Eagles be on the clock in the first round? With the 2025 NFL draft just hours away, we're looking at and projecting what time the Philadelphia Eagles will pick in Round 1 on Thursday night It's draft day, and unlike the Tennessee Titans, Cleveland Browns, and New York Giants, Philadelphia will pick last in the first round. Their initial pick will come at No. 32 overall on night one. The Eagles have eight selections in the 2025 NFL draft and could land more if Howie Roseman starts wheeling and dealing. For fans who aren't focused on where Cam Ward, Travis Hunter, or Abdul Carter may land, Philadelphia fans could have a lengthy first-round wait unless Howie Roseman moves up for a player he covets. Philadelphia is on the clock at No. 32 overall as we enter Thursday, leaving fans and experts with a 31-pick wait thanks to the Super Bowl victory over the Chiefs. For fans and experts who are curious, we're projecting the exact time each NFL team made the 32nd selection over the past five years: 2024 Selection: Panthers draft Xavier Legette, WR, South Carolina Time: 10:51 P.M. Eastern 2023 Selection: Chiefs draft Felix Anudike-Uzomah, DE, Kansas State Time: 10: 57 PM Eastern Kansas State ➡️ Kansas City❗️ The Chiefs chose DE Felix Anudike-Uzomah with the final pick of the first round. #NFLDraft — ESPN (@espn) April 28, 2023 2022 Selection: Vikings draft Lewis Cine, DB, Georgia Time: 10:35 PM Eastern 2021 Selection: Buccaneers draft Joe Tryon, Edge Rusher, Washington Time: 11:03 PM Eastern With the No. 32 overall pick in the 2021 @NFLDraft, the @Buccaneers select LB Joe Tryon! 📺: 2021 #NFLDraft on NFLN/ESPN/ABC — NFL (@NFL) April 30, 2021 2020 Selection: Chiefs draft Clyde Edwards-Helaire, RB, LSU Time: 11:12 PM Eastern 2019 Selection: Patriots draft N'Keal Harry, WR, Arizona State Time: 11:03 PM Eastern
USA Today
14-04-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Kansas City Chiefs DL Felix Anudike-Uzomah reflects on rookie season chores
Kansas City Chiefs DL Felix Anudike-Uzomah reflects on rookie season chores Kansas City Chiefs defensive lineman Felix Anudike-Uzomah recently appeared on 'Good Morning Football' to reminisce about a hilarious prank and chores he endured during his rookie season with guest co-host and former teammate Justin Reid. Chris (Jones) wasn't there my rookie year, but I still had to buy a ton of water. So I think about 20 cases of water and put them in his room. Charles (Omenihu) came into his room and took some of those waters too. I had to put some water in the meeting room, too. And then I had to buy a lot of snacks too. So that was a lot too. And then bought comforters, humidifiers, fans, all that stuff," said Anudike-Uzomah, "On top of that, I think the security staff put a cat in my room, like a live cat. I literally got scared, like, because they did it to me and Rashee (Rice). So, like, I literally got scared. I started running, like, there's no way to actually have a live cat in my room. Oh, and they had a speaker playing bobcat noises about to attack. For real. Crazy. This occurred during 2023, as Chris Jones began the season holding out and missed all of training camp. The bobcat prank continues to be an ongoing tradition in camp as the Chiefs have done this to many of their young players.
USA Today
07-04-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Felix Anudike-Uzomah reflects on growing up a Kansas City Chiefs fan
Felix Anudike-Uzomah reflects on growing up a Kansas City Chiefs fan Kansas City Chiefs defensive lineman Felix Anudike-Uzomah recently appeared as a guest on the 'Up & Adams Show with Kay Adams' to share early memories as a fan and attending the Super Bowl parade in 2020. It's different; I've been through the Matt Cassel days. I've been through the one (year) when we beat the Green Bay Packers, and it was just like, this amazing thing," said Anudike-Uzomah. "I remember everybody was celebrating, even throughout the streets. I was there in 2020 whenever Pat (Mahomes) won that Super Bowl. It was crazy. Because I remember, I was a kid in the streets going throughout the parade, and we went out through Power and Light. We were all getting lit after they won the Super Bowl." The Chiefs defeated the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl LIV, ending a 50-year drought. Many critics believe the championship was the start of the dynasty. "It was crazy. My friends nowadays, they're just like, there's no way we really are just with you at the Chiefs parade in 2020, and now you're with the Chiefs," said Anudike-Uzomah. "So it's a dream come true for sure. Grew up with the Chiefs my whole life. Even my mom suffered a little bit just for me to get those Chiefs tickets, to tour around the stadium, and stuff like that. So even just to see that stuff, how things change, it's a dream for sure, and now I'm living it." Anudike-Uzomah was a standout during his college career at Kansas State. Finished sixth in school history in career sacks with 20.5 and was tied for fourth in career forced fumbles with 8. He left Kansas State ranked fourth nationally and atop the Big 12 among active players in forced fumbles per game.
Yahoo
04-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Kansas City Chiefs DL Felix Anudike-Uzomah is preparing for a more prominent role in 2025
The off-season has numerous players around the NFL committing to private workouts ahead of the 2025 season, each with different goals to help their teams. Kansas City Chiefs defensive lineman Felix Anudike-Uzomah recently appeared on the 'Up & Adams Show with Kay Adams' to share his thoughts on his mindset heading into his third season and his desire to take the next step in his career. "Yeah, I feel that way a lot too, especially since this is year three; so, playing faster, learning the playbook, seeing what (Steve) Spagnuolo has to offer," said Anudike-Uzomah. "It's going to help me have my goals even higher. So, I'm ready for that. I'm prepared and excited for what the season has to hold." Anudike-Uzomah earned more playing time last season, contributing more than he did in his rookie year. He finished with 27 tackles and 2.5 sacks. Advertisement The Kansas City native is listed behind George Karlaftis, Mike Danna, and Charles Omenihu on the defensive end depth chart. He has shown flashes of value in games and could have a breakout season in 2025. This article originally appeared on Chiefs Wire: Chiefs DL Felix Anudike-Uzomah is preparing for a more prominent role
