1929: Reference to 1929 Buffalo Bisons
In 2012, the Chiefs became the first team since the 1929 Buffalo Bisons to not lead in regulation through any of their first nine games.
1958: Hunt's desire for a team heightened
After watching the 1958 NFL Championship Game, Lamar Hunt wanted to create a football team.
1959: Franchise founded by Lamar Hunt
In 1959, Lamar Hunt founded the franchise after failing to purchase and relocate an NFL franchise to Texas.
1959: Lamar Hunt discusses forming a rival football league
In 1959, Lamar Hunt initiated discussions with other businessmen to establish a professional football league to compete with the National Football League (NFL).
November 1960: Don Rossi Resigns
In November 1960, Don Rossi resigned as the team's general manager.
1960: Uniform Design
From 1960, the Chiefs' uniform design has remained largely consistent, featuring red or white jerseys paired with white pants.
1960: Hank Stram becomes first head coach
In 1960, Hank Stram became the team's first head coach, leading the Chiefs to three AFL championship victories and two Super Bowl appearances.
1960: Lamar Hunt Becomes Team President
In 1960, Lamar Hunt served as the team's president.
1960: Inspiration for the Arrowhead Design
In 1960, Lamar Hunt sketched the arrowhead design for the team's logo on a napkin, inspired by the San Francisco 49ers' helmet logo.
1960: Cheerleading Squad Inception
In 1960, the Kansas City Chiefs established a cheerleading squad, initially referred to as the Chiefettes.
1960: Texans Inaugural Season and Logo
In 1960, the Texans began playing with a logo featuring the state of Texas and chose Columbia blue and orange for their uniforms initially, but later switched to red and gold.
1960: Chiefs begin play as the Dallas Texans
In 1960, the team began playing as the Dallas Texans.
1960: AFL Establishment
Since the AFL was established in 1960, the Chiefs and Raiders have shared the same division, first being the AFL Western Conference.
1960: AFL Inaugural Season
The series between the Kansas City Chiefs (then known as the Dallas Texans) and the Buffalo Bills originated during the American Football League's inaugural season in 1960.
1961: Training Camp at SMU
In 1961, the Chiefs moved their training camp to Southern Methodist University, owner Lamar Hunt's alma mater.
1962: AFL Championship Victory
In 1962, the Kansas City Chiefs won their first AFL championship.
1962: Record Breaking Length Game
The 1971 Chiefs vs Dolphins game surpassed the 1962 AFL Championship Game as the longest ever at 82 minutes and 40 seconds.
May 22, 1963: Hunt agrees to relocate franchise to Kansas City
On May 22, 1963, Lamar Hunt agreed to relocate the franchise to Kansas City.
1963: Tony DiPardo and The T.D. Pack Band perform
From 1963 to 2008, Tony DiPardo and The T.D. Pack Band played live music at every Chiefs home game.
1963: Warpaint Debut
In 1963, Warpaint, a pinto horse, became the Kansas City Chiefs' mascot.
1965: End of Training Camp at SMU
In 1965, the Chiefs concluded their training camp at Southern Methodist University.
1966: Training Camp in Swope Park
From 1966, the Chiefs practiced in Swope Park in Kansas City.
1966: Hunt and Rozelle agree to AFL-NFL merger
In 1966, Lamar Hunt negotiated an AFL-NFL merger with NFL Commissioner Pete Rozelle.
1966: AFL Championship Game
In 1966, the Buffalo Bills and Kansas City Chiefs played in the AFL Championship Game.
January 1967: First Super Bowl
In January 1967, after the conclusion of the 1966 seasons, a merged league championship game, later known as the Super Bowl, was agreed to be played.
1967: Chiefs play in first AFL-NFL World Championship Game
In 1967, the Kansas City Chiefs played in the first AFL-NFL World Championship Game against the Green Bay Packers, losing 35-10.
1967: White Pants Uniforms
Until 1967, the Chiefs used white pants with both their red and white jerseys.
1969: Past Super Bowl Championship
Hank Stram's Chiefs team in 1971 failed to capture their championship dominance from 1969.
1969: Len Dawson Super Bowl MVP
In 1969 Len Dawson was voted Super Bowl IV MVP.
1969: Tony DiPardo Honored with Super Bowl Ring
In 1969, head coach Hank Stram honored Tony DiPardo with a Super Bowl ring for the team's victory in Super Bowl IV.
1969: Chiefs win AFL Championship Game
In 1969, the Kansas City Chiefs won the AFL Championship Game against the Oakland Raiders, 17-7, after backup quarterback Mike Livingston led the team in a six-game winning streak.
1969: AFL Championship Victory
In 1969, the Kansas City Chiefs won their third AFL championship.
1969: First Thanksgiving Day Game Since 1969
In 2006, Kansas City was awarded a Thanksgiving Day game against the Denver Broncos, the first Thanksgiving Day game in Kansas City since 1969. The Chiefs defeated the Broncos 19–10.
1969: Super Bowl IV Championship Season
Ten of the Kansas City Chiefs in the Pro Football Hall of Fame were involved with the Chiefs during their Super Bowl Championship season of 1969.
1970: Chiefs Hall of Honor Established
Established in 1970, the Chiefs Hall of Honor has inducted a new member every year with the exception of 1983 and 2020.
1971: End of Training Camp in Swope Park
In 1971, the Chiefs concluded their training camp in Swope Park in Kansas City.
1971: Chiefs win AFC West Division
In 1971, the Kansas City Chiefs tallied a 10-3-1 record and won the AFC West Division, but lost to the Miami Dolphins in a double-overtime playoff game on Christmas Day.
1972: Willie Lanier NFL Man of the Year
In 1972 Willie Lanier was voted NFL Man of the Year.
1972: AstroTurf Installation
In 1972, Arrowhead Stadium installed an artificial AstroTurf surface.
1972: Training Camp at William Jewell College
In 1972, the Chiefs relocated their training camp to William Jewell College in Clay County, Missouri.
1972: Chiefs move to Arrowhead Stadium
In 1972, the Kansas City Chiefs moved into the newly constructed Arrowhead Stadium at the Truman Sports Complex. Willie Lanier also won the NFL Man of the Year Award.
1972: Arrowhead Stadium Opens
Since 1972, Arrowhead Stadium has been the Chiefs' home field. The stadium cost $53 million to build.
1973: Len Dawson NFL Man of the Year
In 1973 Len Dawson was voted NFL Man of the Year.
1973: Chiefs Helmet Facemask Color Change
In 1973, the Kansas City Chiefs had grey facemask bars on their helmets.
1973: Last winning season for seven years
The 1973 season was the Kansas City Chiefs' last winning season for seven years.
1974: Hank Stram's Tenure Ends
Hank Stram's tenure as the Chiefs' head coach ended in 1974, after holding the position since 1960.
1974: Chiefs Switch to White Facemasks
In 1974, the Chiefs changed their helmet facemasks from grey to white, becoming one of the first teams in the NFL to use a non-gray facemask.
1975: Beginning of futility
From 1975 to 1988, the Kansas City Chiefs rarely won.
1976: Jack Steadman Promoted
In 1976, Jack Steadman was promoted to team president, vacating his role as general manager.
1976: Lamar Hunt's Presidency Ends
In 1976, Lamar Hunt's tenure as the team's president ended.
1977: Jack Steadman Promoted to President
In 1977, general manager Jack Steadman was promoted to become the team's president.
1980: Jan Stenerud cut
In 1980, Coach Marv Levy cut future Hall of Fame Kicker Jan Stenerud for Nick Lowery.
1981: Joe Delaney named AFC Rookie of the Year
In 1981, running back Joe Delaney rushed for 1,121 yards and was named the AFC Rookie of the Year.
1982: NFL Players Association strike
In 1982, the NFL Players Association strike curbed the Kansas City Chiefs' chances of returning to the postseason. Joe Delaney died.
1983: DiPardo takes leave of absence
From 1983 to 1988, Tony DiPardo took a leave of absence from the band due to declining health.
1983: No Hall of Honor Induction
In 1983, the Chiefs Hall of Honor did not induct a new member.
1983: John Mackovic takes over as head coach
John Mackovic became head coach for the Kansas City Chiefs in 1983 after Marv Levy was fired.
1984: Bill Maas Rookie of the Year
In 1984, Bill Maas was selected as Rookie of the Year.
1986: Co-ed Cheerleading Squad
From 1986, the Kansas City Chiefs cheerleader squad featured a mix of men and women.
1986: Playoff appearance
In 1986, John Mackovic led the Kansas City Chiefs to its first postseason appearance in 15 years.
December 1988: Jim Schaaf Fired
In December 1988, Jim Schaaf was fired as general manager.
December 19, 1988: Carl Peterson hired
On December 19, 1988, Carl Peterson was hired as the Kansas City Chiefs' new president, general manager, and chief executive officer.
1988: End of futility
From 1975 to 1988, the Kansas City Chiefs rarely won.
1988: DiPardo takes leave of absence
From 1983 to 1988, Tony DiPardo took a leave of absence from the band due to declining health.
1988: Carl Peterson Hired as President
In 1988, Carl Peterson was hired by Hunt to replace Jack Steadman as the team president.
1988: Warpaint Retirement
In 1988, Warpaint was retired as the Kansas City Chiefs' mascot.
1988: "Indian Man" Mascot Scrapped
In 1988, the Kansas City Chiefs scrapped a short-lived unnamed "Indian man" mascot.
1989: White Pants Uniforms
From 1989 to 1999, white pants were used with both red and white jerseys.
1989: Derrick Thomas Rookie of the Year
In 1989, Derrick Thomas was selected as Rookie of the Year.
1989: DiPardo returns to the band
In 1989, DiPardo's daughter took over as bandleader, and DiPardo returned to the band by popular demand.
1989: Marty Schottenheimer Hired as Head Coach
In 1989, Marty Schottenheimer was hired as head coach of the Kansas City Chiefs.
1989: Chiefs draft Derrick Thomas
In the 1989 NFL Draft, the Kansas City Chiefs selected linebacker Derrick Thomas.
1990: Derrick Thomas's Sack Record
In 1990, Derrick Thomas set the NFL record for sacks in a single game with 7.
1990: American Bowl in Berlin
In 1990, the Chiefs participated in a preseason exhibition game dubbed the American Bowl in Berlin.
1990: Reference to 1990 Season
In 2005, the Chiefs were the fourth team since 1990 to miss the playoffs with a 10-6 record.
1991: End of Training Camp at William Jewell College
In 1991, the Chiefs concluded their training camp at William Jewell College.
1991: Consecutive Sellout Games
In 1991, the Kansas City Chiefs began a streak of 155 consecutive sellout games at their home stadium.
1992: Dale Carter Rookie of the Year
In 1992, Dale Carter was selected as Rookie of the Year.
1992: Training Camp at UW-River Falls
In 1992, the Chiefs began conducting their summer training camp at the University of Wisconsin–River Falls in River Falls, Wisconsin.
1992: End of Co-ed Cheerleading Squad
In 1992, the Kansas City Chiefs ended the use of a co-ed cheerleading squad.
1992: Chargers Win Wild Card Game
In 1992, the Los Angeles Chargers won 17-0 in the only playoff meeting between the two teams, an AFC wild card game.
1993: AstroTurf Replacement
Arrowhead Stadium had an artificial AstroTurf surface from 1972 to 1993.
1993: Playoff struggles begin
From 1993 to 2017, the Kansas City Chiefs struggled in the playoffs, losing ten of twelve games.
1993: Chiefs Cheerleaders
From 1993, the all-female squad has been known as the Chiefs Cheerleaders.
1993: Derrick Thomas NFL Man of the Year
In 1993 Derrick Thomas was voted NFL Man of the Year.
1993: Chiefs have most successful season in 22 years
In 1993, with the acquisition of Joe Montana and Marcus Allen, the Chiefs had their most successful season in 22 years, but lost to the Buffalo Bills in the AFC Championship Game.
1993: Reference to Previous Playoff Win
In 2015, The Chiefs defeated the Houston Texans 30–0 to earn their first NFL playoff win in 23 seasons, dating back to the 1993–94 NFL playoffs, a win that also came in Houston.
1994: American Bowl in Tokyo
In 1994, the Chiefs participated in a preseason exhibition game dubbed the American Bowl in Tokyo.
1994: Natural Grass Surface
Starting with the 1994 NFL season, Arrowhead Stadium transitioned to a natural grass playing surface.
1995: Gunther Cunningham joins Chiefs' coaching staff
In 1995, Gunther Cunningham joined the Chiefs' coaching staff, serving in various positions until 2008, including a stint as head coach.
1995: Reference to Previous Playoff Appearance
In 2014, the Chiefs attempted to make the playoffs for the second straight season for the first time since 1995.
1995: Chiefs lost to Colts in NFL Playoffs
In the 1995 NFL playoffs, the Kansas City Chiefs, with a 13–3 record, were defeated by the Indianapolis Colts 10–7 at Arrowhead Stadium. Kicker Lin Elliot missed three field-goal attempts, and quarterback Steve Bono threw three interceptions during the game.
1996: Chiefs average high fan attendance
From 1996 to 2006, the Chiefs averaged 77,300 fans per game, second in the NFL behind the Washington Redskins.
1996: Carl Peterson remarks on fan tradition
In 1996, general manager Carl Peterson commented on the tradition of Chiefs fans yelling "CHIEFS!" during the National Anthem.
1996: American Bowl in Monterrey
In 1996, the Chiefs participated in a preseason exhibition game dubbed the American Bowl in Monterrey, Mexico.
1997: Tony Gonzalez Drafted and Quarterback Changes
In 1997, the Chiefs drafted Tony Gonzalez, a basketball player from California, as the 13th overall pick. During the season, backup quarterback Rich Gannon took over the offense due to injuries to the starting quarterback Elvis Grbac. Coach Marty Schottenheimer chose Grbac to start the playoff game against the Denver Broncos despite Gannon's performance during previous weeks. The Chiefs lost to the Broncos 14-10.
1997: Broncos Win Playoff Game
In 1997, the Denver Broncos won the only playoff game between the two teams, an AFC Divisional game.
1998: Marty Schottenheimer Resigns
Following the 1998 season, head coach Marty Schottenheimer announced his resignation from the Chiefs.
1998: American Bowl in Tokyo
In 1998, the Chiefs participated in a preseason exhibition game dubbed the American Bowl in Tokyo.
1999: Kurt Warner Wins NFL and Super Bowl MVP
In 1999, Kurt Warner wins both the NFL MVP Award and Super Bowl MVP Award, which was matched by Patrick Mahomes in 2022.
1999: White Pants Uniforms
Until 1999, white pants were used with both red and white jerseys.
January 2000: Derrick Thomas Posthumous Induction
In January 2000, Derrick Thomas was posthumously inducted into the Chiefs Hall of Honor, 1 year after his death.
January 23, 2000: Derrick Thomas Paralyzed in Car Accident
On January 23, 2000, Derrick Thomas was paralyzed in a car accident. He later died from complications of his injury weeks later.
2000: Tube Tops 2000 cover version
The original version of Gary Glitter's "Rock and Roll Part 2" was used until 2006 when a cover version of the song played by Tube Tops 2000 was used from 2006 until the 2015 season.
September 11, 2001: Fans refrain from yelling 'Chiefs!'
After the September 11, 2001 attacks, Chiefs fans refrained from yelling out "CHIEFS!" at the end of "The Star-Spangled Banner" in honor of those who lost their lives.
September 23, 2001: Fans Give Standing Ovation to Giants
At the Chiefs' September 23, 2001, home game against the New York Giants, fans gave the opposing Giants a standing ovation.
2001: Dick Vermeil Hired as Head Coach
In 2001, Dick Vermeil was hired as the Chiefs' head coach on January 12. The Chiefs traded a first-round draft pick to St. Louis for quarterback Trent Green and signed free agent running back Priest Holmes. In Vermeil's first season, the team had a 6–10 record.
2002: Priest Holmes Offensive Player of the Year
In 2002 Priest Holmes was voted Offensive Player of the Year.
2002: Chiefs Improve to 8-8 Record
In 2002, the Chiefs improved to an 8–8 record under head coach Dick Vermeil, but still missed the postseason.
2003: Reference to Previous AFC West Title
For the 2010 season, the Chiefs secured their first AFC West title since 2003.
2003: Will Shields NFL Man of the Year
In 2003 Will Shields was voted NFL Man of the Year.
2003: Chiefs Finish Season 13-3, Lose in Playoffs
In 2003, the Kansas City Chiefs began the season with nine consecutive victories, setting a franchise record. They finished the season with a 13–3 record, leading the NFL in offense. Running back Priest Holmes broke Marshall Faulk's single-season touchdown record. In the AFC Divisional Playoffs, the Chiefs lost to the Indianapolis Colts 38–31.
2003: Reference to Previous Winning Streak
In 2015, the streak achieved by the Chiefs broke a franchise record for nine straight (2003, 2013) and second nine plus game win streak under Reid.
2003: Dick Vermeil coaches team to franchise-best start
In the 2003 season, Dick Vermeil coached the team to a franchise-best 9–0 start.
2004: Chiefs Finish with Disappointing Record
In 2004, the Chiefs finished with a disappointing 7–9 record.
2005: Toughest Place to Play
In 2005, Sports Illustrated named Arrowhead Stadium the "toughest place to play" for opposing teams.
2005: Chiefs Miss Playoffs, Vermeil Retires
In 2005, the Chiefs finished with a 10–6 record but did not make the playoffs. Running back Larry Johnson rushed for 1,750 yards in nine starts. Head coach Dick Vermeil announced his retirement prior to the Chiefs' final game of the season.
2006: Change in Ownership
Following Lamar Hunt's death in 2006, his wife Norma and their children became the legal owners of the Kansas City Chiefs.
2006: Herm Edwards becomes head coach
In 2006, Herm Edwards became the head coach of the Kansas City Chiefs.
2006: Herm Edwards Hired, Trent Green Injured
In 2006, Herm Edwards was selected as the Chiefs' head coach, and the team traded a fourth-round pick to the Jets. Quarterback Trent Green suffered a concussion in the season opener, sidelining him for eight weeks, and Damon Huard took over, leading the Chiefs to a 5–3 record.
2006: Jack Steadman leaves the franchise
In 2006, Jack Steadman left the franchise after having various roles since 1976.
2006: Mascot Hall of Fame Induction
In 2006, K. C. Wolf was the first NFL mascot inducted into the Mascot Hall of Fame.
2006: Lamar Hunt's death
In 2006, owner Lamar Hunt died, and the Hunt family retained ownership, with Clark Hunt representing their interests.
2006: High Marks for Drawing Capacity Crowds
In 2006, studies by Bizjournals gave the Chiefs high marks for consistently drawing capacity crowds in both good seasons and bad.
2006: White Jerseys at Home
In 2006, the Chiefs wore their white jerseys with white pants at home for the season opener against the Cincinnati Bengals to make the Bengals wear black in hot temperatures.
2006: NFL bans Gary Glitter's music
In 2006, the NFL banned Gary Glitter's music from its facilities following his conviction on sexual abuse charges in Vietnam.
2007: Chiefs Struggle with Injuries and Quarterback Instability
In 2007, Trent Green was traded to the Miami Dolphins. After a 4–3 start, the Chiefs lost their remaining nine games due to Larry Johnson's injury and instability at the quarterback position. Tony Gonzalez broke Shannon Sharpe's NFL record for touchdowns, and Jared Allen led the NFL in sacks.
2007: Hard Knocks Documentary
In 2007, the Chiefs' training camp was documented in the HBO/NFL Films documentary reality television series, Hard Knocks.
2007: Lamar Hunt and AFL Patch
In 2007, the Kansas City Chiefs honored Lamar Hunt and the AFL with a special patch featuring the AFL's logo and Hunt's initials.
2008: Tony DiPardo and The T.D. Pack Band perform
From 1963 to 2008, Tony DiPardo and The T.D. Pack Band played live music at every Chiefs home game.
2008: Carl Peterson Resigns
In 2008, Carl Peterson announced his resignation from the team.
2008: Gunther Cunningham leaves Chiefs' coaching staff
In 2008, Gunther Cunningham's time with the Chiefs' coaching staff ended after serving in various positions since 1995.
2008: Chiefs Begin Youth Movement
In 2008, the Chiefs began the season with the youngest team in the NFL, averaging 25.5 years of age. They released veteran players and had thirteen selections in the 2008 NFL draft. Quarterback Brodie Croyle was injured in the first game, leading to Damon Huard and Tyler Thigpen starting at quarterback. Tony Gonzalez demanded a trade, and Larry Johnson was involved in legal trouble.
2008: Permanent Patch on Jerseys
In 2008, the Lamar Hunt and AFL patch became permanently affixed to the left chest of both Kansas City's home and away jerseys.
2008: Franchise Worst Record, Carl Peterson Resigns
The 2008 season ended with a franchise worst 2–14 record for the Chiefs, suffering historic blowout defeats. General manager, chief executive officer, and team president Carl Peterson resigned at the end of the season.
2008: Reference to 2008 Season Record
Throughout 2009, the Chiefs acquired veterans and finished with a 4-12 record, which was just a two-game improvement from their record of the 2008 season.
January 13, 2009: Scott Pioli Named General Manager
On January 13, 2009, Scott Pioli, a New England Patriots executive, was named the team's new general manager.
January 23, 2009: Herm Edwards Fired as Head Coach
On January 23, 2009, Herm Edwards was fired as head coach of the Kansas City Chiefs.
April 2009: Tony Gonzalez Traded to Atlanta Falcons
In April 2009, Tony Gonzalez was traded to the Atlanta Falcons. Head coach Todd Haley fired offensive coordinator Chan Gailey and took on the coordinator duties himself. The team finished with a 4–12 record.
May 2009: Denny Thum Officially Appointed President
In May 2009, Denny Thum was officially given the full position of team president.
September 20, 2009: New Warpaint Unveiled
On September 20, 2009, a new Warpaint horse was unveiled at the Chiefs' home opener, ridden by a cheerleader.
2009: Alternating Pants
Beginning in 2009, during the Pioli/Haley era, the team has alternated between white and red pants for road games during the season.
2009: Band does not return due to renovations
For the 2009 season, due to renovations at Arrowhead Stadium, the band did not return to perform at the stadium.
2009: Brian Waters NFL Man of the Year
In 2009 Brian Waters was voted NFL Man of the Year.
2009: Todd Haley hired as head coach
In 2009, Todd Haley was hired as the head coach of the Kansas City Chiefs.
2009: Scott Pioli Hired
In 2009, former New England Patriots vice president of player personnel Scott Pioli was hired to replace Carl Peterson.
2009: End of Training Camp at UW-River Falls
In 2009, the Chiefs concluded their summer training camp at the University of Wisconsin–River Falls in River Falls, Wisconsin.
2009: End of Sellout Streak
In 2009, the Chiefs' streak of 155 consecutive sellout games ended with the final home game of the season against the Cleveland Browns, leading to a local TV blackout after over 19 years.
2009: Ticket Price at Arrowhead Stadium
In 2009, the average ticket at Arrowhead Stadium costs $81.
2009: AFL Throwback Uniforms
In select games for the 2009 season, the Chiefs wore a "throwback" uniform to celebrate the AFL's 50th anniversary.
September 14, 2010: Denny Thum Resigns
On September 14, 2010, Denny Thum resigned from his position as team president.
December 2010: Tony DiPardo hospitalized
In December 2010, Tony DiPardo was hospitalized after suffering a brain aneurysm.
2010: Clark Hunt Assumes CEO Role
In 2010, Clark Hunt assumed the role of CEO alongside his position as chairman of the board.
2010: Chiefs win AFC West division title
In 2010, Todd Haley coached the Chiefs to win the AFC West division title.
2010: Chiefs Secure AFC West Title
In 2010, the Chiefs hired Charlie Weis and Romeo Crennel as assistant coaches. The team secured their first AFC West title since 2003, winning as many games as they had in their previous three seasons combined.
2010: Training Camp at Missouri Western
In 2010, the Chiefs moved their training camp to Missouri Western State University in St. Joseph, Missouri.
2010: Arrowhead Stadium Renovation
In mid-2010, Arrowhead Stadium completed a $375 million renovation, including new luxury boxes and wider concourses.
January 9, 2011: Chiefs Lose Wild Card Game to Ravens
On January 9, 2011, the Chiefs lost their home Wild Card playoff game to the Baltimore Ravens 30–7. Six players were chosen for the Pro Bowl. Jamaal Charles won the FEDEX ground player of the year award, and Dwayne Bowe led the NFL in touchdown receptions.
January 27, 2011: Tony DiPardo's death
Tony DiPardo died on January 27, 2011, at age 98, after suffering a brain aneurysm.
2011: Todd Haley fired
In 2011, Todd Haley was fired as the head coach of the Kansas City Chiefs with three games left in the season.
2011: Haley Relieved of Duties, Crennel Named Interim Coach
In 2011, the Chiefs selected Jon Baldwin in the NFL draft. Todd Haley was relieved of his duties as head coach on December 12. Romeo Crennel was named the team's interim head coach.
January 9, 2012: Romeo Crennel Named Full-Time Head Coach
On January 9, 2012, Romeo Crennel was named the 11th full-time head coach in Chiefs history.
January 2012: Romeo Crennel promoted to full-time coach
In January 2012, Romeo Crennel, who was interim coach, was promoted to full-time coach.
2012: Crennel and Pioli Fired, Reid Hired
Following the 2012 season, the Chiefs fired head coach Romeo Crennel and general manager Scott Pioli. Andy Reid was brought in as head coach.
2012: Chiefs Tie Franchise-Worst Record
The 2012 Chiefs tied their franchise-worst record of 2–14 and clinched the No. 1 overall pick in the 2013 NFL draft.
December 31, 2012: Romeo Crennel fired
On December 31, 2012, Romeo Crennel was fired as head coach after the Chiefs finished the 2012 season with a 2–14 record.
January 5, 2013: Andy Reid hired as head coach
On January 5, 2013, Andy Reid was hired as the next head coach of the Chiefs.
September 15, 2013: White Pants with Red Jerseys
Prior to September 15, 2013, the Chiefs always wore white pants with their red jerseys.
October 13, 2013: Loudest Stadium Record
On October 13, 2013, during a game against the Oakland Raiders, Arrowhead Stadium set a Guinness World Record for the loudest crowd in an outdoor stadium at 137.5 dB.
2013: Chiefs Clinch No. 1 Overall Pick
In 2012, the Chiefs tied their franchise-worst record of 2-14 and clinched the No. 1 overall pick in the 2013 NFL draft.
2013: Chiefs Acquire Alex Smith, Draft Fisher and Kelce
In 2013, the Chiefs acquired quarterback Alex Smith from the San Francisco 49ers. Matt Cassel was released. The Chiefs selected Eric Fisher with the first overall pick and Travis Kelce in the third round of the 2013 NFL draft.
2013: Chiefs Start 9-0, Lose in Wild Card
In 2013, the Chiefs started 9–0 and finished with an 11–5 record, making the playoffs. They lost their wildcard game against the Indianapolis Colts 45–44 after leading 38-10.
2013: Reference to Previous Winning Streak
In 2015, the streak achieved by the Chiefs broke a franchise record for nine straight (2003, 2013) and second nine plus game win streak under Reid.
September 29, 2014: Reclaimed Loudest Stadium Record
On September 29, 2014, during a Monday Night Football game against the New England Patriots, Chiefs fans reclaimed the Guinness World Record for the loudest crowd in an outdoor stadium, recording a sound level of 142.2 dB.
2014: Conditional Pick in Draft
In 2013, the Chiefs acquired quarterback Alex Smith from the San Francisco 49ers for the Chiefs' second-round pick, 34th overall, in the 2013 draft and a conditional pick in the 2014 draft.
2014: Chiefs Finish 9-7, Miss Playoffs
In 2014, the Chiefs finished 9–7 and were eliminated from playoff contention in Week 17.
2015: Eric Berry Comeback Player of the Year
In 2015 Eric Berry was voted Comeback Player of the Year.
2015: Marcus Peters Rookie of the Year
In 2015, Marcus Peters was selected as Rookie of the Year.
2015: Chiefs Win First Playoff Game in 23 Seasons
In 2015, after a Week 17 win over Oakland, the Chiefs achieved their longest winning streak in franchise history at ten games. In the 2015 AFC Wild-Card playoff game, held on January 9, 2016, the Chiefs defeated the Houston Texans 30–0, earning their first NFL playoff win in 23 seasons. Riddled with injuries, they were defeated by the New England Patriots 27–20 in the AFC Divisional Round.
2015: International game in London
In 2015, the Chiefs played an international regular season game against Detroit in London.
2015: End of Series with Rams
In 2015, the series between the Kansas City Chiefs and St. Louis Rams ended after the Rams relocated to Los Angeles.
2015: Practice Discontinued After Glitter's Arrest
Prior to the 2015 season, the practice of chanting "We're gonna beat the hell outta you" over the song "Rock and Roll Part 2" was completely discontinued after Gary Glitter was arrested again.
2016: Native American groups request to stop the tomahawk chop
In 2016, Native American groups asked the Kansas City Chiefs to stop doing the tomahawk chop.
2016: Comeback Win Against San Diego Chargers
In 2016, the Chiefs started the season with a comeback win against the San Diego Chargers after overcoming a 24–3 deficit to win 33–27 in overtime.
2016: Rams Relocation
In 2016, the series ended permanently following the Rams' relocation back to Los Angeles.
June 22, 2017: Dorsey fired
On June 22, 2017, the Chiefs fired Dorsey as general manager.
July 10, 2017: Brett Veach hired as general manager
On July 10, 2017, Brett Veach was hired as the new general manager.
2017: Playoff struggles end
From 1993 to 2017, the Kansas City Chiefs struggled in the playoffs, losing ten of twelve games.
2017: Chiefs Win AFC West and Lose to Titans
In 2017, the Chiefs finished with a 10–6 record and won the AFC West for the second consecutive year, but lost to the Tennessee Titans in the Wild Card round 22–21.
December 31, 2017: Patrick Mahomes' NFL Debut
On December 31, 2017, Patrick Mahomes made his NFL debut against the Denver Broncos, leading the Chiefs to a 27–24 victory.
2018: Patrick Mahomes Offensive Player of the Year
In 2018 Patrick Mahomes was voted Offensive Player of the Year.
2018: Mahomes' First Season as Starter and MVP Award
In 2018, Patrick Mahomes became the Chiefs' starting quarterback, leading them to a 12-4 record and an AFC West title. Mahomes finished the season with 5,097 passing yards and 50 touchdowns, earning him the AP NFL MVP award.
2018: Historic Matchup with Rams
In 2018, the Kansas City Chiefs played the Los Angeles Rams in a historic matchup which set the record for the third-highest scoring game of all time.
January 12, 2019: Chiefs Defeat Colts in Divisional Round
On January 12, 2019, the Chiefs defeated the Indianapolis Colts 31–13 in the AFC Divisional round, marking their first playoff win at Arrowhead Stadium in 25 years.
2019: Patrick Mahomes Super Bowl MVP
In 2019 Patrick Mahomes was voted Super Bowl LIV MVP.
2019: Chiefs Advance to Super Bowl LIV
In 2019, the Chiefs finished with a 12–4 record, won the AFC West for the fourth straight year, and defeated the Tennessee Titans in the AFC Championship to advance to Super Bowl LIV, their first Super Bowl appearance in 50 years.
2019: International game in Mexico City
In 2019, the Chiefs played an international regular season game against the LA Chargers in Mexico City.
2019: End of All-Female Cheerleading Squad
In 2019, the all-female cheerleading squad was ended.
2019: Super Bowl Appearances
Since 2019, the Kansas City Chiefs have appeared in five Super Bowls and won three.
January 2020: Team Name
In January 2020, Business Insider journalist Meredith Cash stated that Mayor Bartle "insisted on the team being named after himself."
February 2, 2020: Chiefs Win Super Bowl LIV
On February 2, 2020, the Chiefs defeated the San Francisco 49ers 31-20 in Super Bowl LIV. Patrick Mahomes was named Super Bowl MVP.
July 6, 2020: Mahomes Signs Record Contract Extension
On July 6, 2020, Patrick Mahomes signed a record ten-year, $503 million contract extension with the Chiefs.
2020: Increased attention on Native American imagery
In 2020, attention increased on the Chiefs' use of Native American imagery in advance of their appearance in Super Bowl LIV.
2020: Male Cheerleader Joins
In 2020, one male joined the Kansas City Chiefs cheerleading team.
2020: No Hall of Honor Induction
In 2020, the Chiefs Hall of Honor did not induct a new member.
2020: Rivalry Redevelopment
Since 2020, the rivalry between the Bills and Chiefs has redeveloped as both teams consistently contended for the AFC title.
December 26, 2021: Chiefs Win Sixth Straight AFC West Title
On December 26, 2021, the Chiefs secured their sixth straight AFC West title with a 36–10 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers.
2021: AFC Divisional Playoff Game
In 2021, the Bills and Chiefs played in the AFC Divisional playoff game (known especially for the infamous '13 Seconds').
2021: Warpaint Retired Again
In 2021, the Chiefs retired Warpaint again as a part of their commitment to stop the use of Native American imagery.
2021: Chiefs designated as a home team to Germany
In 2021, the Chiefs were designated as a home team to Germany alongside the Carolina Panthers, New England Patriots, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers as part of the NFL's international home marketing area program.
2021: GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium
In 2021, the stadium was officially renamed GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium after GEHA signed a naming rights deal with the Chiefs.
2022: Redskins and Indians change names
Beginning with their 2022 seasons, the Washington Redskins and Cleveland Indians changed their names.
2022: Chiefs Win Super Bowl LVII
In 2022, the Chiefs finished with a 14-3 regular season record and won Super Bowl LVII against the Philadelphia Eagles 38–35. Patrick Mahomes became the first player since Kurt Warner in 1999 to win both the NFL MVP and Super Bowl MVP awards in the same season.
November 5, 2023: Andy Reid ties Hank Stram on all-time regular season wins list
On November 5, 2023, with a 21–14 victory over the Miami Dolphins in Frankfurt Germany, Andy Reid tied former Chiefs head coach Hank Stram on the franchise's all-time regular season wins list with 124 victories.
2023: Chiefs Lead Series
As of the 2023 season, the Chiefs lead the all-time series against St. Louis/Los Angeles 8–5.
2023: Regular Season Series Lead
As of the end of the 2023 season, the Chiefs lead the regular season series against the Las Vegas Raiders 73–55–2, including a 2–1 playoff record.
2023: Patrick Mahomes Super Bowl MVP
In 2023 Patrick Mahomes was voted Super Bowl LVIII MVP.
2023: Inheritance of Stake
In 2023, after Norma Hunt's death, the Hunt children inherited her stake in the Kansas City Chiefs franchise.
2023: International game in Berlin
In 2023, the Chiefs played an international regular season game against Miami in Berlin.
2023: Chiefs Win Super Bowl LVIII
In 2023, the Chiefs won Super Bowl LVIII against the San Francisco 49ers 25-22 in overtime, marking their fourth Super Bowl title.
2023: Marketing expansion to Austria and Switzerland
In 2023, the NFL granted the Chiefs permission to expand its marketing and fan outreach to Austria and Switzerland.
2024: Team valued at $4.85 billion
According to Forbes, the team began the 2024 season valued at $4.85 billion USD, ranking them 24th among the 32 NFL teams.
2024: Foolish Club Studios help produce Hallmark Channel Christmas movie
By 2024, the team established a production company called "Foolish Club Studios", which helped produce a 2024 Hallmark Channel original Christmas movie, called Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story.
2024: Team Value
Entering the 2024 season, the Kansas City Chiefs are valued at over US$4.85 billion.
2024: AFC Divisional Playoff Game
In 2024, the Bills and Chiefs played in the AFC Divisional playoff game (known as 'Wide Right II').
2024: Chiefs Lose Super Bowl LIX
In 2024, the Chiefs lost Super Bowl LIX to the Philadelphia Eagles by a score of 40-22, concluding a season where they achieved a franchise record of 15 wins.
2031: End of Mahomes Contract
In 2031, Patrick Mahomes' ten year contract with the Chiefs, signed on July 6, 2020, is set to conclude.
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