Take a look at this week's Chiefs Stock Watch to see which players were risers & fallers in Week 15 vs. the Los Angeles Chargers | @EdEastonJr

The Kansas City Chiefs will miss the playoffs for the first time since 2014, ending a long-standing tradition of dominance over their division and the NFL as a

The Kansas City Chiefs have been eliminated from playoff contention for the first time since 2014, so it's understandable that some players aren't used to this feeling.

The Chiefs' reign over the AFC didn’t just end Sunday; it broke into a million pieces. Kevin Patra takes a look at what's next for Kansas City and Patrick Mahomes, who suffered a torn ACL in the Week 15 loss.

While the world focused on Patrick Mahomes and allegations of the Chargers being dirty, LA has some breakout rookies on their hands.

During his postgame press conference, Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Gardner Minshew shared a special message for Patrick Mahomes | @EdEastonJr

For the first time since the 2014 season, the Kansas City Chiefs won't be in the playoffs. On Sunday, the Chiefs had their playoff hopes crushed by the Los Angeles Chargers. It was a deflating loss for the franchise in more ways than one.

Andy Reid will now head back to the drawing board after leading the Kansas City Chiefs to three straight Super Bowl appearances. This story was originally published by Athlon Sports on Dec 16, 2025, where it first appeared in the NFL section. Add Athlon Sports as a Preferred Source by clicking here.