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Podcast by The Kansas City Star

Episodes

  • What. Just. Happened. We break down the Chiefs’ first loss this season, to the Colts

    07/10/2019 Duration: 37min

    The Chiefs were a double-digit favorite against the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday Night Football. Arrowhead Stadium was packed and all signs pointed to the Chiefs remaining undefeated. Somehow, they lost, 19-13. It was the lowest scoring game of the Patrick Mahomes era. The A-team of Herbie Teope, Sam McDowell and Sam Mellinger join host Blair Kerkhoff to dissect the loss and determine what it means for the Chiefs going forward. Read the stories we discussed: Chiefs’ loss to Colts is a reality check, but it’s hardly defining in a larger picture: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/vahe-gregorian/article235861387.html These two clear trends are pushing against the Chiefs every week now: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/sam-mellinger/article235862582.html Colts’ run game, injuries, poor defense combine to lift Indy past Chiefs in prime time: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article235858867.html Former K-State receiver Byron Pringle has career night i

  • College football Friday: What are the teams facing? And what does Chiefs Deon Yelder of his big catches?

    04/10/2019 Duration: 44min

    In home games on Saturday, Kansas State, Kansas and Missouri face different levels of opponents. The Wildcats figure to be in tight contest with Baylor. KU is a huge underdog to powerful Oklahoma, and Missouri is a heavy favorite against Troy. The college beat writers — Kellis Robinett, Jesse Newell and Alex Schiffer — break down their games and have other news about their beats. And for one of them, it'll be their last time on the podcast. Also, Chiefs third team tight end Deon Yelder made the most of his first two NFL targets last week against the Lions. He chats with SportsBeat KC host Blair Kerkhoff about his big day. Read the stories we discussed: K-State Q&A: John Holcombe, new football uniforms, Baylor and basketball recruiting: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/kansas-state/article235759227.html Kansas seems to have lost a top RB, and now another one is likely to miss the season: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/university-of-kansas/article235641397.html Barry Odom has

  • The Chiefs are undefeated, but not everything is awesome

    03/10/2019 Duration: 38min

    The Chiefs share the NFL’s best record at 4-0 and so many things are going right for Patrick Mahomes and company. But there are some issues the Chiefs need to address, like rushing defense. The A-team of Sam Mellinger, Vahe Gregorian and Sam McDowell join Blair Kerkhoff at Big O Tires in Shawnee to break down what has and hasn’t been working for a team with sights on the Super Bowl. They also make their predictions for Sunday's game against the Indianapolis Colts. This episode was originally recorded as a Facebook Live video on the Red Zone Extra Facebook page. Read the stories we discussed: Patrick Mahomes is AFC Offensive Player of the Month for second straight September: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article235748197.html#storylink=mainstage Chiefs’ Mahomes on facing pal Justin Houston: “Hopefully he’s not hitting me too much”: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article235722237.html Why Tyreek Hill’s return to practice could come at an ideal time for the

  • Chiefs Patrick Mahomes on that look during Lions game; columnists on California's Fair Pay for Play Act

    02/10/2019 Duration: 30min

    Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes weighs in on a variety of topics at his weekly meeting with reporters, from Tyreek Hill's return to practice on Wednesday to how he determines when to make a block. Mahomes also shares what went through his mind when he looked back at the official on a rushing attempt against the Detroit Lions on Sunday. (Psst: He's never practiced it.) Also, Star columnists Vahe Gregorian and Sam Mellinger join host Blair Kerkhoff in a discussion about California’s Fair Pay for Play Act, legislation that could change the college sports playing field. Catch the A-Team on the Red Zone Extra Facebook page Thursday morning when they go live from Big O Tires in Shawnee! Read the stories we discussed: As Patrick Mahomes willed Chiefs to a win, his teammates watched in awe: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article235676032.html Chiefs’ Tyreek Hill returns to practice: “We’ll see how he does,” Andy Reid says: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article23

  • When will the Royals be royal again? What will Alex Gordon do?

    01/10/2019 Duration: 42min

    The 2019 season has mercifully ended for the Royals. It couldn’t get worse than last year when they lost 104, and it wasn’t. They lost 103. How long will it take for the Royals to regain competitiveness? Even just-retired manager Ned Yost has thoughts on that. Star columnists Sam Mellinger and Vahe Gregorian take on that question and others with host Blair Kerkhoff. They cover what’s in store for popular outfielder Alex Gordon and who will be the next Royals manager? Read the stories we discussed: Royals’ Alex Gordon faces decision this winter that can change course of the franchise: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/mlb/kansas-city-royals/article235626347.html Royals players who established themselves in 2019 must learn to win in 2020: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/mlb/kansas-city-royals/article235638777.html Mellinger Minutes: Chiefs’ needs, The Mahomes Effect, Frank Clark, the next Royals manager: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/sam-mellinger/article235643162.html Get access to all

  • It's the Chiefs, baby. Kansas City's crazy win over Detroit showed many virtues and flaws

    30/09/2019 Duration: 41min

    A desperation fourth-and-8 conversion, a hook-and-lateral completion and a 100-yard fumble return were some of the wild moments in the Chiefs’ 34-30 victory over the Detroit Lions on Sunday. This breakdown is provided by the A-Team of Herbie Teope, Sam McDowell, Sam Mellinger, Vahe Gregorian and Blair Kerkhoff. The group was on hand at Ford Field for the Chiefs’ most difficult and perhaps most satisfying victory of the season, one that improved the team’s record to 4-0. This episode was originally recorded as a Facebook Live video on the Red Zone Extra page. Read the stories we discussed: In wild one at Detroit, Mahomes leads comeback drive vs. Lions to keep Chiefs unbeaten: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article235602857.html “Football at its finest”: Breeland’s alert fumble return saves Chiefs in crazy game: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/vahe-gregorian/article235606077.html Smiles pushes and beer: Inside the defining scenes of the Chiefs’ win over the Lions

  • K-State, KU have big games ahead; Mizzou is still buzzing; and Chiefs Byron Pringle on working hard

    27/09/2019 Duration: 38min

    Kansas State at Oklahoma State highlights this week's college football schedule as the Wildcats have won the previous two games in the series. Also, Kansas travels to TCU to meet the only Big 12 team it defeated last season. And though Mizzou has the weekend off, buzz remains from their convincing victory over South Carolina. The Star's college beat writers Kellis Robinett, Jesse Newell and Alex Schiffer have the latest on their teams. And speaking of Kansas State, two years ago, Chiefs wide receiver Byron Pringle had his best game as a Wildcats player against Oklahoma State. Now Pringle has caught a pass from Patrick Mahomes. Host Blair Kerkhoff has a moment with Pringle to recount the plays. Read the stories we discussed: Why K-State QB Skylar Thompson seems poised for another big game vs. Oklahoma State: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/kansas-state/article235462872.html How Mizzou’s defense became one of the nation’s best after rough start at Wyoming: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/col

  • Who dares call Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes the NFL’s sixth-rated quarterback?

    26/09/2019 Duration: 35min

    The A-team gathers to look ahead to Sunday’s game at the Detroit Lions and what it means for a Chiefs team that hasn’t played a regular-season game indoors since 2017. This show includes a rating formula that shows Patrick Mahomes as the NFL’s sixth-rated quarterback through three games this season. Huh? Also, the newest member of the Chiefs coverage team, Herbie Teope, checks in and actually breaks out in song. This episode was originally recorded as a Facebook Live video at Big O Tires in Blue Springs. Follow Chiefs coverage on the Red Zone Extra Facebook page. Read the stories we discussed: Scoring alert! Patrick Mahomes to make dome debut as pro vs. Detroit on Sunday: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article235473762.html Here’s how that Mecole Hardman 83-yard touchdown against the Ravens unfolded: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article235470687.html …. Get access to all of The Star's stories by signing up now for a digital subscription. Use the kansascity

  • Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes on domes and Jonas Brothers; what KU faces in NCAA allegations

    25/09/2019 Duration: 28min

    The weekly media visit with Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes never disappoints. This week, he reviews the victory over the Baltimore Ravens, including his long touchdown pass to Mecole Hardman. And are we really making too much of him playing in a dome for the first time in the regular season? That's happening this weekend against the Detroit Lions. Bonus: Mahomes talks about his Jonas Brothers concert experience and which teammates he would have in a boy band. The second half of the episode features host Blair Kerkhoff and KU beat writer Jesse Newell, who explains what Kansas is up against now that it has the Notice of Allegations from the NCAA, which include five Level I violations against the men’s basketball program. Read the stories we discussed: Scoring alert! Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes to make dome debut as a pro vs. Detroit Sunday: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article235473762.html Patrick Mahomes went to Jonas Brothers show after band saw Chiefs play. Yeah really: https://w

  • Saying farewell to Royals manager Ned Yost; hello to new Chiefs writer Herbie Teope

    24/09/2019 Duration: 45min

    The Ned Yost decade with the Royals will end this week. The club announced he’ll step down at the end of this season. Star columnist Sam Mellinger, who has covered the entire Yost tenure, chats with host Blair Kerkhoff about the mostly good times with the manager and speculates on the future of the job. Also, Sam McDowell helps introduce new Chiefs beat writer Herbie Teope, who loaded up the truck from New Orleans to return to a market he knows well. Herbie covered the Chiefs before spending the last four years in New Orleans. Read the stories we discussed: Sam Mellinger: How Ned Yost and the Royals brought out the best in each other: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/sam-mellinger/article235394907.html Mike Matheny might not be a slam dunk as next Royals manager: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/mlb/kansas-city-royals/article235393687.html Royals owner David Glass opens up: Why now, why Sherman, best memories and regrets: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/sam-mellinger

  • The Chiefs, in their toughest test so far, beat Baltimore Ravens at Arrowhead

    23/09/2019 Duration: 45min

    The Chiefs faced some pressure toward the end, but they won again, improving to 3-0 with a 33-28 victory over the Baltimore Ravens at Arrowhead Stadium on Sunday. In a battle of next generation quarterbacks, Patrick Mahomes prevailed over Lamar Jackson. Mahomes is on an amazing pace with 10 touchdown passes and no interceptions in three games, but many others contributed to the team’s most impressive victory of the season. This episode was originally recorded as a Facebook Live video. Read the stories we discussed: The Andy Reid-Patrick Mahomes bond continues to grow and the Chiefs are rolling: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/vahe-gregorian/article235363597.html “It’s crazy:” In spite of it all, the Chiefs are looking like a Super Bowl contender: https://www.kansascity.com/article235362442.html Baltimore was quite aggressive against Chiefs, and that’s a telling sign: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article235361932.html Patrick Mahomes stars again as the Chefs be

  • What Colquitt learned from Chiefs vets; Mizzou and South Carolina's short, odd series

    20/09/2019 Duration: 33min

    The first time Dustin Colquitt takes the field on Sunday for the Chiefs game against the Baltimore Ravens, he’ll set the team record for games played. The record is meaningful for the longest tenured Chiefs player who has played for five head coaches, four general managers — not to mention quarterbacks Trent Green, Patrick Mahomes and everyone in between. Also, Mizzou beat writer Alex Schiffer chats with South Carolina beat writer Ben Breiner of The State in Columbia, S.C., about the big SEC game between the Tigers and Gamecocks on Saturday. It’s been a series of odd games. Read the stories we discussed: Even as Chiefs’ Maytag Repairman, punter Dustin Colquitt is integral to franchise https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/vahe-gregorian/article235233532.html Why has Mizzou struggled so much with South Carolina in recent years? https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/sec/university-of-missouri/article235221082.html Mizzou Tigers football vs. South Carolina Gamecocks: Time, TV, LIne, things to

  • It’ll be Mahomes vs. Lamar Jackson in NFL’s showcase game this weekend

    19/09/2019 Duration: 41min

    The Chiefs meet the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday in the home opener at Arrowhead Stadium, and it’s the biggest NFL game of the weekend. Both teams are 2-0 and have gotten outstanding quarterback play from Patrick Mahomes and Lamar Jackson. In our Where the Rubber Meets the Road segment, the A-Team — which is Sam Mellinger, Vahe Gregorian, Sam McDowell and Blair Kerkhoff — previews the game, identifies players to watch and predicts the outcome. The answers were not unanimous. Read the stories we discussed: Among all his throws, Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes says this one is his favorite - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article235231832.html Ravens’ Earl Thomas on facing Chiefs: “I plan on eliminating all the big plays.” - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/for-petes-sake/article235250012.html There’s good news and bad news regarding weather for Chiefs’ opener - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/for-petes-sake/article235209502.html Get access to all of them

  • None of Mahomes' 50 TD passes in 2018 were his favorite; plus KU football's next step

    18/09/2019 Duration: 33min

    The Chiefs had home field advantage throughout the playoffs last season because of a daring pass by Patrick Mahomes to Tyreek Hill against the Baltimore Ravens, the opponent in the Chiefs’ home opener on Sunday. Mahomes talks about that play and other topics on SportsBeat KC, presented by Big O Tires. Also, Kansas followed a horrible loss with a glorious victory. What happens next is anybody’s guess and no one guesses KU fortunes better than beat writer Jesse Newell. Read the stories we discussed: Chiefs’ Eric Fisher will have surgery; running back situation could be in flx, too - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article235217777.html Many fans have wanted KU to go triple option. The Jayhawks ran a version of it vs. BC - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/university-of-kansas/article235204057.html Get access to all of them by signing up now for a digital subscription. Use the kansascity.com/sportsbeatkcoffer link to get a 40% discount. Thanks to our sponsor, Big O Tires!

  • Kansas football did what?! And rumor has it the Chiefs are shopping for a cornerback

    17/09/2019 Duration: 40min

    It was a successful weekend for area college football teams largely because of an improbable victory by Kansas at Boston College. Star columnists Vahe Gregorian and Sam Mellinger chew on the Jayhawks’ triumph as a 20-point underdog and break down Kansas State’s huge victory at Mississippi State plus look ahead to the battle of Columbia: Mizzou vs. South Carolina. Also, rumors abound about the Chiefs seeking a cornerback but how hard are they looking and who might be a candidate. Read the stories we discussed: The secret sauce behind KU’s offensive explosion vs. Boston College - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/university-of-kansas/article235153942.html Grading K-State’s 31-24 win at Mississippi State and looking ahead to Oklahoma State - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/kansas-state/article235117622.html Missouri Tigers football vs. South Carolina Gamecocks, Time, TV, LIne, Things to Know - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/sec/university-of-missouri/article235142792.

  • Oh what a game: Chiefs beat Oakland Raiders with one phenomenal quarter

    16/09/2019 Duration: 37min

    The Chiefs scored in only one quarter but what a quarter it was. Patrick Mahomes threw four touchdown passes, and the Chiefs raced past the Oakland Raiders 28-10. Sam Mellinger, Vahe Gregorian, Sam McDowell and Blair Kerkhoff break down the game that featured the second-best total passing yards in Mahomes’ young but already storied career. Also, the Chiefs defense stepped up in a big way. After surrendering 10 points to open the game, the Chiefs didn’t allow another score. This episode was originally broadcast as a Facebook Live video from the Red Zone Extra Facebook page. Read the stories we discussed: All it takes is one quarter for Chiefs and Mahomes to lower the boom on the Raiders: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article235122357.html Mellinger: Chiefs used to plan their season around Raider week. Now it’s just another step: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/sam-mellinger/article235122002.html Gregorian: The Mahomes Factor: Quarterback is the tide that lifts

  • Weekend rundown: Chiefs will get dirty in Oakland, and what's ahead for K-State, KU and Mizzou

    13/09/2019 Duration: 49min

    The final trip to Oakland for the Chiefs comes early enough to play on a field that is still being used for baseball. So part of the game will be played on infield dirt. There was a time when this was common in sports, as columnist Vahe Gregorian and host Blair Kerkhoff recall. Plus, the non-conference portion of college football schedule is closing and big tests await Kansas State at Mississippi State and KU at Boston College (a Friday game). Beat writers Kellis Robinett, Jesse Newell and Alex Schiffer bring us up to speed on the Wildcats, Jayhawks and Mizzou. Read the stories we discussed: Goodbye forever to Oakland Coliseum: “The Raiders had a stink to them too”: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/sam-mellinger/article235028817.html Appropriately enough the Chiefs last game in Oakland will be in the dirt: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/vahe-gregorian/article235029262.html Kansas Jayhawks vs. Boston College Eagles: Prediction, kickoff time, TV: https://www.kansascity

  • Chiefs vs. Oakland Raiders preview: Here's the dirt with the A-team

    12/09/2019 Duration: 42min

    The A-team — that's Vahe Gregorian, Sam Mellinger, Blair Kerkhoff and Sam McDowell — got together Thursday at Big O Tires in the Northland to preview the Sunday Chiefs game at Oakland. With the Raiders scheduled to move to Las Vegas next season, this is likely the final game the Chiefs will play at Coliseum, which also doubles as a baseball field, so there will be dirt. Both teams are coming off victories and the winner will have an upper hand in the AFC West. Listen to our picks for who will have the biggest game this weekend. Hint: Two picked offensive players, two picked defensive players. Plus: Sam Mellinger lists his favorite things about Coliseum. Read the stories we discussed: Can Mecole Hardman replace Tyreek Hill in Chiefs’ offense? That’s not his objective: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article235029502.html Patrick Mahomes good to go Sunday. Tyreek Hill is not. How the Chiefs will adjust: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article234971172.html Chi

  • Relax Chiefs fans, Patrick Mahomes declares his ankle healthy; and K-State has a big game ahead

    11/09/2019 Duration: 25min

    Chiefs fans can breath easy. Quarterback Patrick Mahomes' left ankle, sprained in the victory at Jacksonville last week, is healing, he says. The injury in the second quarter limited his mobility for the rest of the game. The next test is Sunday at Oakland. Hear what Mahomes has to say about it. Also, Kansas State visits Mississippi State on Saturday in its biggest contest to date. Are the Wildcats ready for an opponent this formidable? Beat writer Kellis Robinett joins host Blair Kerkhoff for a discussion. Read the stories we discussed: Patrick Mahomes good to go Sunday. Tyreek Hill is not. How the Chiefs will adjust: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article234971172.html On 9/11, Chiefs remember victims, true heroes and how sports played small role ahead: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/vahe-gregorian/article234978687.html Five noteworthy things K-State coach Chris Klieman said ahead of Mississippi State: https://www.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/kansas-st

  • Take the long view of Chiefs’ opening game victory

    10/09/2019 Duration: 40min

    The Chiefs defeated the Jacksonville Jaguars in the season opener last weekend and although fans should celebrate every triumph, there is a larger objective for the Chiefs this season. What happens in these games that bode well for a team with the Super Bowl in mind? Star columnists Sam Mellinger and Vahe Gregorian take the long view of the victory, and later provide thoughts on the college football that brought satisfaction to Kansas State and Missouri but heartbreak for Kansas. Read the stories we discussed: LeSean McCoy in awe after first glimpse of Chiefs’ offense: “That’s not normal” - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article234921802.html After giving Chiefs fans a scare, Patrick Mahomes proves he’s as much grit as flash - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/vahe-gregorian/article234858647.html New Chiefs’ defense passes first test with room to improve: “It felt dope, man” - https://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/sam-mellinger/article234860037.html Ho

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