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Time of India
11 hours ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Could this player take Travis Kelce's place as Kansas City Chiefs' premier tight end and fantasy football asset?
Jake Briningstool (via Getty Images) Jake Briningstool is becoming a credible threat to supplant Travis Kelce—on the field and in fantasy football—based on evaluators' tracking the Kansas City Chiefs' camp development. The young tight end, who was signed on as an undrafted free agent, has made the experts and fans take notice with his impressive play at the Kansas City Chiefs' latest minicamp. Analysts now wonder if Travis Kelce may still be a Kansas City legend. Could Jake Briningstool be Travis Kelce's long-term replacement? Jake Briningstool is fast on his way to becoming the most hyped young player in the Kansas City Chiefs' preseason organization. The ex-Clemson Tigers standout has been making waves during minicamp, which has NFL analyst Lance Zierlein giving the rookie's skill set and his place in the team some serious thought. 'What Briningstool lacks in mass, he makes up for with toughness in both phases. He's a possession-based tight end who majors in zone-beaters but will struggle to separate against man coverage. He operates in space with good body control and strong hands at the catch point and does an adequate job of keeping defenders on his hip. Despite a high pad level, he can help as a run blocker both connected to the line and in space. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Put a Bread Clip in Your Wallet When Traveling, Here's Why Life Fuel Weekly Undo He's not a true 'Y' or 'F' tight end but is capable enough in all areas to become a factor in two-tight-end sets,' wrote NFL analyst Lance Zierlin. Andy Reid and Kansas City Chiefs cannot overlook Jake Briningstool's long-term potential value As the Kansas City Chiefs prepare for another Super Bowl run, head coach Andy Reid and his staff may have discovered something greater than a depth chart option in Briningstool. With Travis Kelce nearing the end of his career, the team could be quietly planning for the next era at tight end. Fantasy owners are already paying attention. Jake Briningstool provides long-term potential value, particularly in dynasty formats where insight into player growth is important. If he becomes a key part of Kansas City's passing game, his value could mushroom—maybe even to the point of rivaling that of Travis Kelce. A new era in Kansas City? Nobody is counting out Travis Kelce just yet—far from it, fantasy football grizzled veterans—but Jake Briningstool's emergence does indicate that Kansas City might be looking to the future. If he keeps impressing throughout training camp and preseason games, Jake Briningstool might find himself as a key element of the Chiefs' offense sooner rather than later. Also read: 'He's in the sunken place': Travis Kelce's post-Taylor Swift transformation has fans spiraling Only time will reveal if he'll drape himself in the crown Kelce's possessed for almost a decade. Until then, however, the hype is legitimate—and fantasy owners would do themselves well to keep Jake Briningstool very much on their radar. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
USA Today
3 days ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Kansas City Chiefs 90-man roster by jersey number: No. 41, LS James Winchester
Long snapper James Winchester has been a mainstay of the Kansas City Chiefs' special teams unit, having initially joined the team as a free agent in 2015. Winchester began his career with the Philadelphia Eagles, who signed him as a free agent after the 2013 NFL draft. A former Oklahoma Sooner, Winchester has been a member of three Super Bowl rosters with the Chiefs and is among Kansas City's longest-tenured players. While fans don't often hear Winchester's name called on Sunday, he has forced and recovered two fumbles and tallied 14 combined tackles in 10 regular-season campaigns with the Chiefs. What jersey number does James Winchester wear? James Winchester currently wears the No. 41 jersey for the Kansas City Chiefs. How much money will James Winchester make in 2025? According to Winchester will receive a base salary of $1,482,500 in addition to a prorated signing bonus of $167,500 in 2025. Top James Winchester highlight
Time of India
5 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
This new NFL ranking of offensive linemen can make Patrick Mahomes' job easier; here's how
While is one of the NFL's most talented quarterbacks, the Kansas City Chiefs' Super Bowl loss was partially blamed on him. Mahomes faced relentless pressure from the opposing defense, which disrupted his usual rhythm; he missed a few key passes, including some deep shots that could have changed the game's momentum. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Quarterback Mahomes desperately needed the help of interior offensive linemen who could help by keeping the pocket clean and stable and allow him space to step up and make throws. But this season he could make the most of the offensive linemen because they are some of the best in the league! Sports platform ESPN recently placed two Chiefs offensive linemen, center Creed Humphrey and guard , among the top four in the NFL! Kansas City Chiefs offensive linemen Creed Humphrey and Trey Smith among the top 4 in the NFL The ranking has been compiled by Jeremy Fowler and is actually based on input gathered from NFL coaches, scouts, and executives who participated via a survey. 'Last year, Humphrey made the case as the best overall center since Jason Kelce,' Fowler wrote on the platform's website. 'Now, he's the top interior linemen thanks to consistency in the voting. He's the only one to appear on every ballot and was a top-three recipient on the majority of them.' He further added, 'That Kansas City franchise tagged Smith at $23.4 million says a lot about the quality of the player. The Chiefs are often salary cap-strapped and aren't afraid to let marquee free agents walk… but Smith is too unique to escape the Chiefs' facility.' This further makes it obvious that Creed Humphrey and Trey Smith are vital to Patrick Mahomes' success on the field. As the center, Humphrey is the anchor of the offensive line and is the one who can make protection calls and read defensive alignments. His consistency can help Mahomes adjust plays quickly and stay protected from interior pressure, which has been a chink in his armour during the last Super Bowl. Trey Smith, at right guard can help neutralize aggressive defensive tackles and blitzing linebackers. Together, Smith and Humphrey can create a clean pocket and actually lead Mahomes to deliver accurate throws, which can definitely bring him the team a lot more wins.
USA Today
7 days ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes ranks 2nd on FOX Sports' 10 best quarterbacks heading into 2025
FOX Sports recently ranked Kansas City Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes second on their list of the 10 best QBs heading into the 2025 NFL season. "Mahomes enters 2025 with a chip on his shoulder after the Kansas City Chiefs got blown out in Super Bowl LIX. Mahomes is also coming off his least productive year as a starter, as he threw for 3,928 yards — his first sub-4,000 season — and tied a career-low with 26 touchdowns," wrote FOX Sports, "But in 2025, he should have one of the best supporting casts since Tyreek Hill left. Rashee Rice, who sustained a torn ACL last season, should be back by Week 1, while Hollywood Brown, who started just one game last season because of multiple injuries, will be at full strength, and 2024 first-round draft pick Xavier Worthy will have another year in the Chiefs' system." Mahomes is behind only the reigning league MVP, Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen. After defeating Buffalo in last season's AFC Championship Game, Mahomes passed legendary quarterback Joe Montana for the second-most playoff wins in NFL history with 17. The three-time Super Bowl MVP ended 2024 with 3,928 passing yards, 26 passing touchdowns, and 11 interceptions. Last season was his first as a starter without 4,000 passing yards.
Time of India
7 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Patrick Mahomes calls fun and trust the real strength of the Kansas City Chiefs under Andy Reid
Patrick Mahomes calls fun and trust the real strength of the Kansas City Chiefs under Andy Reid (Image Via X) A really exciting event is coming to Kansas City. Patrick Mahomes , the Kansas City Chiefs' star quarterback, spoke this week about what he believes will make the team strong in 2025. But he didn't jump right into it, he built up suspense around one key factor. Fans wondered, what is it? Where did he say it? And why now? His explanation has struck a chord. It isn't about stats or new signings, it's deeper. What exactly Patrick Mahomes said, who he credited, and how it all connects to coach Andy Reid and the Kansas City Chiefs' success. Patrick Mahomes credits fun and teamwork with Andy Reid for setting the tone On July 7, 2025, during an appearance on FanDuel's 'Up & Adams' show with Kay Adams, Patrick Mahomes opened up about what the Kansas City Chiefs really need next season. He said the most important thing is 'just us having fun again.' 'This is what makes it special,' Patrick Mahomes added about playing under head coach Andy Reid. He explained that last year, players felt pressure and forgot to enjoy the game. But if they can bring back that joy, Patrick Mahomes believes, 'The wins will come.' His words highlight a clear message: it's not only talent that wins games, it's a team that laughs together and supports each other. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Patrick Mahomes also praised Andy Reid's leadership, calling him the foundation of their success. He noted how Andy Reid's coaching, combined with a culture of daily improvement, helps players build confidence and trust. That idea of unity and joy became the rallying cry for 2025. Also Read: Patrick Mahomes' $503 Million NFL Contract Drops To 14th As Rising Quarterbacks Outshine And Loyalty Raises Pay Debate Patrick Mahomes gives more insight on team mindset and staff Beyond fun and trust, Patrick Mahomes spoke about the Kansas City Chiefs' planning during the July minicamp at Arrowhead Stadium, where strategies were tested and energy was high. He said the group feels fresh after addressing both the offensive line and wide receiver depth during the offseason. Young recruits like Josh Simmons at left tackle and wideouts like Rashee Rice and Xavier Worthy give the team more options. Defensive stars like Trent McDuffie also help balance the roster. When pressed on pressure and off-field talk, Patrick Mahomes noted: 'I'm honestly just ready to play football again … let's just play football and handle it all out there' . He made it clear the rebirth of joy, combined with strong coaching and a healthy, deeper lineup, is Kansas City Chiefs' roadmap for success in 2025. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Manika Batra's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 3. Watch Here!
