1955: Warpaint's Birth
In 1955, the first Warpaint, the pinto horse, was born.
1958: Hunt's Interest Sparked by NFL Championship Game
In 1958, Lamar Hunt's interest in owning a football team was sparked after watching the NFL Championship Game between the New York Giants and Baltimore Colts.
1959: Lamar Hunt Plans New Football League
In 1959, Lamar Hunt initiated discussions to establish a professional football league to compete with the NFL.
1959: Franchise Founded
In 1959, the franchise was founded by Lamar Hunt.
November 1960: Don Rossi Resigns
In November 1960, Don Rossi resigned as the team's general manager.
1960: Chiefs Uniform Design
From 1960 to 1967, the Chiefs' uniform design consisted of a red helmet, red or white jerseys, and white pants.
1960: Lamar Hunt Team President
From 1960 to 1976, Lamar Hunt served as the team's president.
1960: Chiefs/Texans Win Most Games in AFL History
From 1960, the Kansas City Chiefs/Texans won the most games in the ten-year history of the AFL.
1960: Hank Stram's Hiring
In 1960, Hank Stram became the team's first head coach.
1960: Cross-state Rivalry Begins
In 1960, a cross-state rivalry existed with the Chiefs and the St. Louis Cardinals, with a trophy being awarded to the winner of each game.
1960: AFL Establishment
In 1960, the Chiefs and Raiders shared the same division since the AFL was established and were in the AFL Western Conference.
1960: Cheerleading Squad Inception
In 1960, the Chiefs employed a cheerleading squad, referred to as the Chiefettes.
1960: AFL Inaugural Season
In 1960, the Kansas City Chiefs, then known as the Dallas Texans, and Buffalo Bills were charter teams in the American Football League's inaugural season.
1960: Arrowhead Logo Origin
In 1960, the state of Texas on the team's helmet was replaced by an arrowhead design sketched by Lamar Hunt.
1961: Training Camp Move
In 1961, the Texans moved their training camp to Southern Methodist University.
1962: Longest Game
In 1962, the Christmas Day Playoff game surpassed the 1962 AFL Championship Game as the longest ever at 82 minutes and 40 seconds.
1962: AFL Championship
In 1962, the Kansas City Chiefs were victorious in the AFL Championship.
May 22, 1963: Franchise Relocation
On May 22, 1963, Hunt agreed to relocate the franchise to Kansas City, Missouri.
1963: Start of Tony DiPardo's Tenure
From 1963 to 2008, trumpeter Tony DiPardo and The T.D. Pack Band played live music at every Chiefs home game.
1963: Warpaint's Debut
In 1963, Warpaint, a pinto horse, became the Chiefs' mascot.
1965: Last Training Camp at SMU
1965 marked the last year the Texans conducted their training camp at Southern Methodist University.
1966: AFL Championship Game
In 1966, the Bills and Chiefs had a notable moment in NFL postseason history during the AFL Championship Game.
1966: Training Camp Move to Swope Park
In 1966, the Chiefs moved their training camp to Swope Park in Kansas City.
1966: Chiefs Win AFL Championship
In 1966, the Kansas City Chiefs cruised to an 11–2–1 record and defeated the Buffalo Bills in the AFL Championship Game.
1966: AFL–NFL Merger Discussions
In 1966, the team's dominance helped Lamar Hunt become a central figure in negotiations with NFL Commissioner Pete Rozelle to agree on an AFL–NFL merger.
January 1967: First Super Bowl Agreed Upon
In January 1967, following the conclusion of the 1966 seasons, Hunt insisted on calling the merged league championship game the "Super Bowl" after seeing his children playing with a Super Ball toy.
1967: Chiefs Uniform Design
From 1960 to 1967, the Chiefs' uniform design consisted of a red helmet, red or white jerseys, and white pants.
1967: Chiefs Play in First Super Bowl
In 1967, the Kansas City Chiefs played the Green Bay Packers in the first AFL–NFL World Championship Game, losing 35–10.
1969: Chiefs/Texans Win Most Games in AFL History
From 1969, the Kansas City Chiefs/Texans won the most games in the ten-year history of the AFL.
1969: Chiefs' Best Season Remembered
Head coach Hank Stram considered his 1971 Chiefs team as his best, but they failed to capture their championship dominance from 1969.
1969: Chiefs Play Thanksgiving Day Game in Kansas City
In 1969, Kansas City was awarded a Thanksgiving Day game against the Denver Broncos. The Chiefs defeated the Broncos 19-10.
1969: Len Dawson Super Bowl IV MVP
In 1969, Len Dawson was named Super Bowl IV MVP as Quarterback.
1969: DiPardo Honored with Super Bowl Ring
In 1969, head coach Hank Stram honored trumpeter Tony DiPardo with a Super Bowl ring for the team's victory in Super Bowl IV.
1969: Super Bowl Championship Season
In 1969, ten of the Chiefs in the Hall of Fame were involved with the Chiefs during their Super Bowl Championship season.
1969: Chiefs win AFL Championship
In 1969, the Kansas City Chiefs and Oakland Raiders met for a third time in the AFL Championship Game, where Kansas City won 17–7.
1970: Chiefs Hall of Honor Established
In 1970, the Chiefs Hall of Honor was established to honor players, coaches, and contributors.
1970: Chiefs Miss Playoffs
In 1970, the Kansas City Chiefs had a 7–5–2 record and missed the playoffs.
1971: Last Training Camp at Swope Park
1971 marked the last year the Chiefs conducted their training camp at Swope Park.
1971: Chiefs Win AFC West
In 1971, the Kansas City Chiefs tallied a 10–3–1 record and won the AFC West Division, later losing a Christmas Day playoff game in double overtime against the Miami Dolphins 27-24, which was the final football game at Kansas City's Municipal Stadium.
1972: Arrowhead Stadium Opens
Arrowhead Stadium has been the Chiefs' home field since 1972.
1972: Artificial Turf
From 1972 to 1993, the stadium had an artificial AstroTurf surface.
1972: Willie Lanier Man of the Year
In 1972, Willie Lanier was named Man of the Year as Linebacker.
1972: Training Camp Move to William Jewell College
In 1972, the Chiefs moved their training camp to William Jewell College in Clay County, Missouri.
1973: Len Dawson Man of the Year
In 1973, Len Dawson was named Man of the Year as Quarterback.
1973: Len Dawson Wins NFL Man of the Year Award
In 1973, Len Dawson won the NFL Man of the Year Award.
1973: Chiefs Helmet Facemask Change
In 1973, the 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 Fired
In 1974, Hank Stram was fired following a 5–9 season.
1974: Chiefs Change Helmet Facemask
In 1974, the Chiefs changed to white facemasks, making them one of the first teams in the NFL to use a non-gray facemask.
1975: Start of Futility Era
From 1975, the Chiefs had become a team that rarely won, providing Chiefs fans with nothing but futility.
1976: Jack Steadman Promoted
In 1976, Jack Steadman was promoted to team president.
1976: End of Lamar Hunt's Presidency
In 1976, Lamar Hunt's service as the team's president ended.
1977: Jack Steadman Promoted
In 1977, Lamar Hunt promoted general manager Jack Steadman to become the team's president.
1980: Stenerud cut for Lowery
In 1980, Coach Marv Levy cut future Hall of Fame Kicker Jan Stenerud for little-known 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 Chiefs' chances of returning to the postseason for the first time in over a decade. Joe Delaney died while trying to save several children from drowning in a pond near his home in Louisiana.
1983: DiPardo's 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 took over head coaching duties for the 1983 season after Marv Levy was fired.
1984: Bill Maas Rookie of the Year
In 1984, Bill Maas was named Defensive Rookie of the Year as Defensive Tackle.
1986: Co-ed Cheerleading Squad
From 1986 to 1992, the cheerleader squad featured a mix of men and women.
1986: Chiefs Make Postseason Appearance
In 1986 NFL playoffs, John Mackovic coached the Chiefs to its first postseason appearance in 15 years, where they lost to the New York Jets in the wild-card round.
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, owner Lamar Hunt hired Carl Peterson as the team's new president, general manager, and chief executive officer.
1988: End of DiPardo's 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
In 1988, Carl Peterson was hired to replace Jack Steadman as team president.
1988: Warpaint's Retirement
In 1988, Warpaint was retired as the Chiefs' mascot.
1988: "Indian Man" Mascot Scrapped
In 1988, the Chiefs scrapped a short-lived unnamed "Indian man" mascot.
1988: Cardinals Relocation
In 1988, the series between the Chiefs and Cardinals ended due to the Cardinals' relocation to Arizona.
1988: Start of Futility Era
Until 1988, the Chiefs had become a team that rarely won, providing Chiefs fans with nothing but futility.
1989: Chiefs Uniform Design
From 1989 to 1999, the Chiefs' uniform design consisted of a red helmet, red or white jerseys, and white pants.
1989: Derrick Thomas Rookie of the Year
In 1989, Derrick Thomas was named Defensive Rookie of the Year as Linebacker.
1989: Marty Schottenheimer Hired
In 1989, Marty Schottenheimer was hired as the Chiefs' head coach.
1989: DiPardo Returns to the Band
In 1989, Tony DiPardo returned to the band by popular demand, and his daughter took over as bandleader.
1989: Chiefs Draft Derrick Thomas
In the 1989 NFL Draft, the Chiefs selected linebacker Derrick Thomas.
1989: K. C. Wolf Debuts
Since 1989, K. C. Wolf, portrayed by Dan Meers, has served as the team's mascot.
1990: Derrick Thomas's Sack Record
In 1990, Derrick Thomas set the 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.
1991: Last Training Camp at William Jewell College
1991 marked the last year the Chiefs conducted their training camp at William Jewell College.
1991: Sellout Games
Dating back to the Chiefs' home opener in 1991 to mid-2009, the Chiefs had 155 consecutive sellout games.
1992: Dale Carter Rookie of the Year
In 1992, Dale Carter was named Defensive Rookie of the Year as Cornerback.
1992: AFC Wild Card Game
In 1992, the Chargers won 17-0 against the Chiefs, in the only playoff meeting between the two teams, an AFC wild card game.
1992: End of Co-ed Cheerleading Squad
In 1992, the cheerleader squad stopped featuring a mix of men and women.
1992: Warpaint's Death
In 1992, the first Warpaint, the pinto horse, died.
1993: Artificial Turf
From 1972 to 1993, the stadium had an artificial AstroTurf surface.
1993: Chiefs Cheerleaders Name
From 1993 to 2019, the all-female squad has been known as the Chiefs Cheerleaders.
1993: Derrick Thomas Man of the Year
In 1993, Derrick Thomas was named Man of the Year as Linebacker.
1993: Joe Montana and Marcus Allen Join Chiefs
In 1993, quarterback Joe Montana and running back Marcus Allen joined the Kansas City Chiefs.
1993: Last Chiefs Playoff Win Until 2015
The Chiefs' Wild-Card playoff victory in 2015 ended what was at the time the third-longest drought in the NFL, dating back to the 1993-94 NFL playoffs
1994: American Bowl in Tokyo
In 1994, the Chiefs participated in a preseason exhibition game dubbed the American Bowl in Tokyo.
1994: Grass Field
Since the 1994 NFL season, Arrowhead stadium has had a natural grass playing surface.
1995: Gunther Cunningham Joins Coaching Staff
In 1995, Gunther Cunningham joined the Chiefs' coaching staff.
1995: Rivalry Resurgence
In 1995, the series between the Chiefs and St. Louis Rams found new life after the Rams played in St. Louis for a 20-year tenure.
1995: Chiefs Lose to Colts in Playoffs
In the 1995 NFL playoffs, the Kansas City Chiefs lost to the Indianapolis Colts 10–7 after kicker Lin Elliot missed three field-goal attempts and quarterback Steve Bono threw three interceptions.
1996: Attendance Figures
From 1996 to 2006, the Chiefs averaged 77,300 fans per game, which was second in the NFL, only behind the Washington Redskins. The team also has an official fan club called Chiefs Kingdom.
1996: Fan tradition of yelling "CHIEFS!" during the National Anthem
In 1996, general manager Carl Peterson expressed enthusiasm for the tradition of Chiefs fans yelling "CHIEFS!" during the National Anthem at games.
1996: American Bowl in Monterrey, Mexico
In 1996, the Chiefs participated in a preseason exhibition game dubbed the American Bowl in Monterrey, Mexico.
1997: Broncos Win Playoff Game
In 1997, the Broncos won the only playoff game between the Chiefs and Broncos, an AFC Divisional game.
1998: Marty Schottenheimer Resigns
Following the 1998 season, head coach Marty Schottenheimer announced his resignation from the Kansas City Chiefs.
1998: American Bowl in Tokyo
In 1998, the Chiefs participated in a preseason exhibition game dubbed the American Bowl in Tokyo.
1999: Chiefs Uniform Design
From 1989 to 1999, the Chiefs' uniform design consisted of a red helmet, red or white jerseys, and white pants.
1999: Kurt Warner Wins NFL MVP and Super Bowl MVP
In 2022, Patrick Mahomes became the first player since Kurt Warner in 1999 to win both the NFL MVP Award and Super Bowl MVP Award in the same season.
January 2000: Derrick Thomas Posthumous Induction
In January 2000, Derrick Thomas was posthumously inducted into the Chiefs Hall of Fame.
January 23, 2000: Derrick Thomas Paralyzed
On January 23, 2000, Derrick Thomas was paralyzed in a car accident and later died from complications of his injury weeks later.
2000: Tube Tops 2000 Release
In 2000 Tube Tops 2000 released a cover version of Gary Glitter's song "Rock and Roll Part 2" which was used from 2006 until the 2015 season.
September 11, 2001: Fans refrain from yelling "CHIEFS!" after 9/11
Following the September 11, 2001 attacks, Chiefs fans refrained from yelling "CHIEFS!" during the "Star-Spangled Banner" as a sign of respect and mourning. This continued for the remainder of the 2001 season.
September 23, 2001: Standing Ovation for the Giants
On September 23, 2001, at a home game against the New York Giants, Chiefs fans gave the opposing team a standing ovation in a display of unity and respect following the September 11 attacks.
2001: Hiring of Dick Vermeil and Acquisition of Trent Green and Priest Holmes
In 2001, Carl Peterson hired Dick Vermeil as head coach. The Chiefs traded a first-round draft pick for quarterback Trent Green and signed running back Priest Holmes. The team finished with a 6–10 record that season.
2002: Chiefs Improve to 8-8 but Miss Postseason
In 2002, Dick Vermeil's Chiefs improved to an 8-8 record, but failed to make the postseason.
2002: Priest Holmes Offensive Player of the Year
In 2002, Priest Holmes was named Offensive Player of the Year as Running Back.
2003: Will Shields Man of the Year
In 2003, Will Shields was named Man of the Year as Guard.
2003: Chiefs Achieve Nine Game Win Streak
In 2003, the Chiefs achieved a nine-game win streak under Reid.
2003: Chiefs Finish 13-3, Lose in Playoffs
In 2003, the Chiefs started the season with nine consecutive wins and finished with a 13-3 record. Priest Holmes broke the single-season touchdown record. They lost to the Indianapolis Colts 38-31 in the AFC Divisional Playoffs.
2003: Franchise-Best Start
In the 2003 season, Dick Vermeil coached the team to a franchise-best 9–0 start.
2004: Chiefs Finish with Disappointing 7-9 Record
The 2004 season was disappointing for the Chiefs as they finished with a 7-9 record.
2005: Chiefs Miss Playoffs Despite 10-6 Record, Vermeil Retires
In 2005, the Chiefs finished with a 10-6 record but missed the playoffs. Dick Vermeil announced his retirement prior to the final game.
2005: Toughest Place to Play
Sports Illustrated named Arrowhead Stadium the "toughest place to play" for opposing teams in 2005.
2006: High Attendance Average
In 2006, Bizjournals gave the Chiefs high marks for consistently drawing capacity crowds. The Chiefs averaged 77,300 fans per game from 1996 to 2006, second in the NFL behind the Washington Redskins.
2006: Herm Edwards Hired
In 2006, Herm Edwards became the team's head coach.
2006: Herm Edwards Hired as Head Coach, Trent Green Injured
In 2006, Herm Edwards was hired as head coach. Trent Green suffered a concussion in the season opener.
2006: Jack Steadman Remained with Franchise
In 2006, Jack Steadman remained with the franchise in various positions
2006: Mascot Hall of Fame Induction
In 2006, K. C. Wolf was the league's first mascot inducted into the Mascot Hall of Fame.
2006: Hunt Family Ownership
In 2006, following Lamar Hunt's death, his wife Norma and their children became the legal owners of the Kansas City Chiefs.
2006: Lamar Hunt's Death
In 2006, owner Lamar Hunt passed away, but the Hunt family retained ownership of the team.
2006: Chiefs Wear White at Home
In 2006, the Kansas City Chiefs wore their white jerseys with white pants at home for the season opener against the Cincinnati Bengals, to force the Bengals to wear their black uniforms on a hot day.
2006: NFL bans Gary Glitter's music
In 2006, the NFL banned Gary Glitter's song "Rock and Roll Part 2" from its facilities after his conviction on sexual abuse charges. A cover version of the song was used from 2006 until 2015.
2007: Chiefs Struggle to 4-12 Record, Gonzalez Breaks TD Record
In 2007, the Chiefs finished with a 4-12 record. Tony Gonzalez broke the NFL record for touchdowns by a tight end, and Jared Allen led the NFL in sacks.
2007: Hard Knocks
In 2007, the Chiefs' training camp was documented in the HBO/NFL Films documentary reality television series, Hard Knocks.
2007: Chiefs Honor Lamar Hunt
In 2007, the Kansas City Chiefs honored Lamar Hunt and the AFL with a special patch.
2008: End of Tony DiPardo's Tenure
From 1963 to 2008, trumpeter Tony DiPardo and The T.D. Pack Band played live music at every Chiefs home game.
2008: Carl Peterson Resigns
In 2008, Carl Peterson resigned as team president.
2008: Gunther Cunningham Coaching Staff End
In 2008, Gunther Cunningham left the Chiefs' coaching staff.
2008: AFL Patch Affixed Permanently
In 2008, the AFL patch became permanently affixed to the left chest of both Kansas City's home and away jerseys.
2008: Youth Movement Begins, Quarterback Struggles
In 2008, the Chiefs began a youth movement by releasing veterans. The team had thirteen selections in the NFL draft. The Chiefs faced instability at the quarterback position.
2008: Chiefs Finish with Franchise-Worst 2-14 Record
The 2008 season ended with a franchise-worst 2-14 record for the Chiefs.
January 13, 2009: Scott Pioli Hired
On January 13, 2009, the Chiefs named Scott Pioli as 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.
May 2009: Denny Thum Named President
In May 2009, Denny Thum was officially given the full position as team president.
September 20, 2009: Warpaint's Return
On September 20, 2009, a new Warpaint horse was unveiled at the Chiefs' home opener, ridden by a cheerleader.
2009: Carl Peterson Resigns, Scott Pioli Hired
At the end of the 2008 season, Carl Peterson resigned, and Scott Pioli was hired as his replacement for 2009.
2009: Chiefs Alternate Pants
Beginning in 2009, the Chiefs alternated between white and red pants for road games during the season.
2009: Band's Absence Due to Renovations
For the 2009 season, due to renovations at Arrowhead Stadium, Tony DiPardo and The T.D. Pack Band did not return to perform at the stadium.
2009: Brian Waters Man of the Year
In 2009, Brian Waters was named Man of the Year as Guard.
2009: Average Ticket Price
In 2009, an average ticket to a Chiefs game at Arrowhead Stadium costs $81.
2009: Training Camp Relocation
In 2009, the Chiefs conducted summer training camp at the University of Wisconsin–River Falls in River Falls, Wisconsin.
2009: Sellout Streak Ends
In 2009, the Chiefs' streak of 155 consecutive sellout games ended.
2009: Chiefs Wear 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 president.
December 2010: DiPardo Hospitalized
In December 2010, Tony DiPardo was hospitalized after suffering a brain aneurysm, leading to his death in January 2011.
2010: Clark Hunt Assumes CEO Role
In 2010, Clark Hunt assumed the role of CEO alongside his role as chairman of the board.
2010: AFC West Division Title
In 2010, Todd Haley led the team to an AFC West division title.
2010: Training Camp Move
In 2010, the Chiefs moved their training camp to Missouri Western State University in St. Joseph, Missouri.
2010: Arrowhead Stadium Renovation Completed
In mid-2010, Arrowhead Stadium underwent a $375 million renovation, which included new luxury boxes, wider concourses, and enhanced amenities.
2010: Chiefs Win AFC West Title
In the 2010 season, the Chiefs hired Charlie Weis and Romeo Crennel as coaches and won their first AFC West title since 2003.
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.
January 27, 2011: Death of Tony DiPardo
Tony DiPardo died on January 27, 2011, at the age of 98 after being hospitalized since December 2010 following a brain aneurysm.
2011: Haley Relieved of Duties as Head Coach
In 2011, Jon Baldwin was drafted. Todd Haley was relieved of duties as head coach on December 12th.
2011: Todd Haley Fired
In 2011, Todd Haley was fired as the Chiefs' 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
In January 2012, Romeo Crennel was promoted to full-time head coach.
2012: Crennel and Pioli Fired, Andy Reid Hired
Following the 2012 season, Romeo Crennel and Scott Pioli were fired. 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 after the 2012 season.
January 5, 2013: Andy Reid Hired
On January 5, 2013, Andy Reid was hired as the Chiefs' head coach.
September 15, 2013: Chiefs Pants with Red Jersey
Prior to September 15, 2013, the Chiefs always wore white pants with their red jerseys.
October 13, 2013: Arrowhead Stadium Breaks Loudest Crowd Record
On October 13, 2013, Arrowhead Stadium became the loudest stadium in the world, setting a Guinness World Record for the loudest crowd in an outdoor stadium at 137.5 dB.
2013: Chiefs Achieve Nine Game Win Streak
In 2013, the Chiefs achieved a nine-game win streak under Reid.
2013: Chiefs Acquire Alex Smith, Draft Eric Fisher and Travis Kelce
In 2013, the Chiefs acquired Alex Smith and drafted Eric Fisher and Travis Kelce.
2013: Chiefs Start 9-0, Lose in Wild Card Round
In 2013, the Chiefs started 9-0 and finished 11-5, making the playoffs. They lost in the Wild Card round to the Indianapolis Colts.
September 29, 2014: Arrowhead Stadium Reclaims Loudest Crowd Record
On September 29, 2014, Chiefs fans reclaimed the record for the loudest crowd in an outdoor stadium, recording a sound reading of 142.2 decibels.
2014: Chiefs Finish 9-7, Miss Playoffs
In 2014, the Chiefs finished 9-7 and were eliminated from playoff contention.
2014: Conditional Draft Pick
In the 2014 draft, the Chiefs used the conditional pick acquired during the Alex Smith trade.
2015: Eric Berry Comeback Player of the Year
In 2015, Eric Berry was named Comeback Player of the Year as Safety.
2015: Marcus Peters Rookie of the Year
In 2015, Marcus Peters was named Defensive Rookie of the Year as Cornerback.
2015: Chiefs Achieve Ten Game Win Streak and First Playoff Win Since 1993
In 2015, the Chiefs achieved their longest winning streak in franchise history at ten games. The Chiefs defeated the Houston Texans to earn their first NFL playoff win since 1993.
2015: International Game in London
In 2015, the Chiefs played an international regular season game against Detroit in London.
2015: Rams' Tenure Ends
In 2015, the Rams finished their tenure in St. Louis.
2015: Discontinuation of "Rock and Roll Part 2"
Prior to the 2015 season, the practice of playing "Rock and Roll Part 2" was completely discontinued after Gary Glitter's arrest.
2016: Requests to Stop the Tomahawk Chop
In 2016, Native American groups and Exeter Chiefs asked the Kansas City Chiefs to stop doing the tomahawk chop.
2016: Chiefs Complete Largest Comeback to Start Season
In 2016, The Chiefs completed a 24-3 comeback victory against the San Diego Chargers. On Christmas Day, the Chiefs defeated the Denver Broncos.
2016: Series Ends Permanently
In 2016, the series between the Chiefs and Rams ended permanently following the Rams' relocation back to Los Angeles.
January 1, 2017: Chiefs Clinch AFC West and Second Seed
On January 1, 2017, the Chiefs clinched the AFC West and the second seed going into the playoffs.
June 22, 2017: Dorsey Fired
On June 22, 2017, the Chiefs fired Dorsey as general manager.
July 10, 2017: Veach Hired
On July 10, 2017, Brett Veach was hired as the new general manager.
2017: Chiefs Win AFC West, Lose in Wild Card Round, Smith Traded
The Chiefs finished the 2017 season with a 10-6 record and won the AFC West. They lost in the Wild Card round to the Tennessee Titans. Alex Smith was traded to the Washington Redskins.
December 31, 2017: Patrick Mahomes Makes NFL Debut
Patrick Mahomes made his NFL debut on December 31, 2017, against the Denver Broncos, leading the Chiefs to a 27-24 victory.
2018: Mahomes Leads Chiefs to AFC West Title, Wins MVP
In 2018, Patrick Mahomes led the Chiefs to a 12-4 record and the AFC West title. Mahomes finished the season with 5,097 passing yards and 50 touchdowns. He was named AP NFL MVP.
2018: Patrick Mahomes MVP Award
In 2018, Patrick Mahomes was named NFL MVP as a Quarterback.
2018: Patrick Mahomes Offensive Player of the Year
In 2018, Patrick Mahomes was named Offensive Player of the Year as Quarterback.
2018: Historic Matchup
In 2018, the Chiefs and Rams played each other in a historic matchup that set the record for the third-highest scoring game of all time.
January 12, 2019: Chiefs Defeat Colts in AFC 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 and enabling them to host the AFC Championship Game for the first time.
2019: Patrick Mahomes Super Bowl LIV MVP
In 2019, Patrick Mahomes was named Super Bowl LIV MVP as Quarterback.
2019: Chiefs Finish Season 12-4 and Advance to Super Bowl LIV
In 2019, the Chiefs finished the regular season with a 12-4 record, won their fourth straight AFC West title, and secured the AFC's second seed. They defeated the Houston Texans and Tennessee Titans in the playoffs to advance to Super Bowl LIV, marking 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 Chiefs Cheerleaders Name
In 2019, the all-female squad stopped being known as the Chiefs Cheerleaders.
2019: Chiefs' Super Bowl Appearances
Since 2019, the Kansas City Chiefs, under head coach Andy Reid and quarterback Patrick Mahomes, have appeared in five Super Bowls and won three.
January 2020: Bartle "insisted on the team being named after himself"
In January 2020, Business Insider journalist Meredith Cash reported 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, held in Miami Gardens, Florida. Patrick Mahomes won the Super Bowl MVP award, ending the Chiefs' Super Bowl drought since the AFL-NFL Merger.
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, keeping him under contract through the 2031 season. This was the largest contract ever signed in North American sports at the time.
2020: Increased Attention on Native American Imagery
In 2020, in advance of their appearance in Super Bowl LIV, attention increased regarding the Chiefs' and their fans' use of Native American imagery and stereotypes.
2020: Male Cheerleader Joins Team
In 2020, one male joined the 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 Secure Sixth Straight AFC West Title
On December 26, 2021, the Chiefs secured their sixth straight AFC West title by defeating the Pittsburgh Steelers 36-10.
2021: AFC Divisional Playoff Game
In 2021, the Bills and Chiefs played in the AFC Divisional playoff game, known for the infamous '13 Seconds'.
2021: Warpaint's Retirement
In 2021, the Chiefs again retired Warpaint as part of their commitment to stop the use of Native American imagery.
2021: NFL International Home Marketing Area Program
In 2021, the NFL introduced the league's international home marketing area program, designating the Chiefs as a home team to Germany.
2021: GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium
In 2021, the stadium was officially named GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium after GEHA signed a naming rights deal with the Chiefs.
2022: Other Teams Change Names
Beginning with their 2022 seasons, other teams such as the Washington Redskins and Cleveland Indians changed their names, increasing the attention on the Chiefs' use of Native American imagery.
2022: Patrick Mahomes MVP Award
In 2022, Patrick Mahomes was named NFL MVP as a Quarterback.
2022: Patrick Mahomes Super Bowl LVII MVP
In 2022, Patrick Mahomes was named Super Bowl LVII MVP as Quarterback.
2022: Chiefs Win Super Bowl LVII
In 2022, the Chiefs finished with a 14-3 regular season record, won their seventh consecutive AFC West title, and secured the #1 seed in the AFC playoffs. They defeated the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LVII. Mahomes won both NFL MVP and Super Bowl MVP Award, leading the league in passing yards in the same season.
November 5, 2023: Andy Reid Ties Stram's Record
On November 5, 2023, Andy Reid tied former Chiefs head coach Hank Stram on the franchise's all-time regular season wins list with 124 victories.
2023: Chiefs Series Lead
As of the 2023 season, the Chiefs lead 72–56 in the series against the Broncos.
2023: Series Lead vs. Chargers
As of the end of the 2023 season, the Chiefs lead the series against the Los Angeles Chargers 69–58–1.
2023: Patrick Mahomes Super Bowl LVIII MVP
In 2023, Patrick Mahomes was named Super Bowl LVIII MVP as Quarterback.
2023: Hunt Children Inherit Stake
In 2023, after Norma Hunt's death, her stake in the Kansas City Chiefs franchise was inherited by the Hunt children.
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 secured their eleventh consecutive winning season and became division champions for the eighth consecutive season, finishing with an 11-6 record. They defeated the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl LVIII, securing their fourth Super Bowl title.
2023: Expansion of Marketing Outreach
In 2023, the NFL granted the Chiefs permission to expand its marketing and fan outreach to Austria and Switzerland.
2024: Team Valuation
According to Forbes, the team began the 2024 season valued at $4.85 billion USD.
2024: Foolish Club Studios Established
By 2024, the Chiefs established a production company called "Foolish Club Studios", which helped produce a Hallmark Channel original Christmas movie, called Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story.
2024: Team Valued at Over $4.85 Billion
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 recorded a franchise-record 15 wins and received a first-round bye. They lost Super Bowl LIX to the Philadelphia Eagles by a score of 40-22.
2031: Mahomes Contract Conclusion
Patrick Mahomes' record ten-year contract extension, signed on July 6, 2020, keeps him under contract with the Chiefs until the conclusion of the 2031 season.
