Chiefs Owner Issues Heartfelt Apology Before Season, Vows to Deliver Historic Three-Peat
Kansas City, MO – September 4, 2025
With the NFL season just days away, Kansas City Chiefs owner Clark Hunt has addressed fans directly, offering a heartfelt apology before the campaign begins and setting the stage for an unprecedented goal: the first true
“I want to be clear — this city, these fans, deserve the very best,” Hunt said. “If there were times you felt we didn’t invest enough, I apologize. That’s on me. But as we begin this season, I promise to do everything in my power to make Kansas City the first franchise to win three straight Super Bowls.”
The apology comes as part of a broader acknowledgment of recent criticism about facilities and spending, concerns that Hunt says are being addressed. The Chiefs rank top four in the NFL in cash spending for 2025
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Among those deals were extensions for guard Trey Smith and pass rusher George Karlaftis, while Patrick Mahomes’ restructured contract required significant cash outlays up front — a signal that Hunt is willing to write big checks to sustain the dynasty.
Off the field, the organization has invested in expanding the training facility, upgrading the weight room and rehab areas, and ensuring Andy Reid and Steve Spagnuolo remain in place as the league’s most expensive coaching staff.
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The NFLPA’s player survey has at times highlighted shortcomings in Kansas City’s locker rooms and amenities, but Hunt emphasized that
As the Chiefs prepare for their season opener in Brazil against the Chargers, Hunt’s message is clear: this isn’t just about another season — it’s about securing the legacy of a dynasty.
“History is within our grasp,” he concluded. “And we owe it to Kansas City to finish the job.”
Chiefs Rookie’s Emotional Plea After Sister Injured in Minneapolis School Tragedy — “Life Shouldn’t Be Lived in Fear”
The Kansas City Chiefs are preparing for the start of the regular season, but tragedy off the field has shaken the locker room. A rookie running back received devastating news about his family this week.
Brashard Smith, a sixth-round pick from Miami, learned yesterday that his younger sister was among the victims of the Minneapolis school shooting. She survived the attack, though she sustained injuries that required immediate medical attention.
Smith had just settled into his roster role after making the team as a hybrid running back and return specialist. Instead of celebrating the milestone, he left camp to be with his family during an unimaginable crisis.
The rookie released a statement that quickly spread across social media. “My little sister was shot at school — a place that’s supposed to be safe. I believe only police and the military should carry guns.”
He continued, “When everyone has a gun, life isn’t freedom, it’s fear. We need to protect our kids before it’s too late.” The powerful plea resonated with fans far beyond Kansas City.
Chiefs leadership has rallied around Smith, allowing him time with his family and emphasizing compassion over football. Patrick Mahomes reached out personally, offering support and reminding him that the team is standing behind him.
On the field, Smith had shown versatility in camp, logging over 1,200 all-purpose yards in college and flashing special teams value in preseason. But at this moment, his focus remains far from football.
For the Chiefs, the situation underscores the human side of the game. And for Smith, it is a reminder that life’s most important battles are fought far from the gridiron — protecting family, community, and children.
