D.J. HUMPHRIES NEWS

The Chiefs are better because of injuries and adversity, and not just because of mental resilience

The injuries and adversity that Kansas City had to overcome this season have made them better, and not just because of their mental resilience

2 DAYS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chiefs designate CB Jaylen Watson to return and plan to sit most of their stars at Denver

The Kansas City Chiefs have designated Jaylen Watson to return from the injured list, raising the chances that one of their top cornerbacks could be available to them when they beg...

JANUARY 3 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Past hamstring issue Humphries (hamstring) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice.

Impact Humphries has been sidelined for the Chiefs' last three games after sustaining a hamstring injury in the Week 14 win over the Chargers. However, the 31-year-old practiced in full Wednesday, suggesting he's now recovered from the issue. Humphries could serve as the Chiefs' top left tackle in the Week 18 matchup against the Broncos, though he might also rest, as Kansas City has already secured the AFC's No. 1 seed.

JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Broncos catch a break: Chiefs to start Carson Wentz, rest Patrick Mahomes

The Chiefs will start backup QB Carson Wentz on Sunday in a game that means nothing to Kansas City, but could mean everything to the Broncos...

JANUARY 1

Chiefs' Isiah Pacheco to rest sore ribs. With No. 1 seed secure, others may sit out this week for KC

The Chiefs have clinched the No. 1 seed in the AFC playoffs, and with it the lone first-round bye, rendering their game against the Broncos on Sunday meaningless to them

DECEMBER 30, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chiefs earned a rest after their third win in 11 days. For some, the rest could be 24 days

The Chiefs earned a rest after beating the Steelers 29-10 on Christmas Day for their third victory in 11 days

DECEMBER 26, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chiefs defensive end Chris Jones, Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr. inactive for Christmas clash

The Kansas City Chiefs will try to lock up the top seed in the AFC without star defensive end Chris Jones

DECEMBER 25, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chiefs try to secure home-field advantage in the AFC when they visit Pittsburgh on Christmas

The Kansas City Chiefs can wrap up home-field advantage throughout the AFC playoffs with a win in Pittsburgh on Christmas Day

DECEMBER 24, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Set to miss another contest Humphries (hamstring) has been ruled out for Wednesday's Week 17 matchup against Pittsburgh.

Impact Humphries will sit out a third straight game due to a left hamstring strain. Joe Thuney started at left tackle last Saturday against Houston and will likely do so again on Christmas Day.

DECEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will D.J. Humphries play this week? Injury updates for Chiefs OL #Chiefs offensive tackle D.J. Humphries is dealing with a hamstring injury. Here are the latest updates.

DECEMBER 24, 2024 • USATODAY.COM

Chiefs have QB Patrick Mahomes and WR Hollywood Brown active for their matchup with Texans

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes was starting and wide receiver Marquise Brown was active for their game against the Houston Texans

DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes expects to play vs. Texans in matchup of AFC West and South champions

Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is expected to play Saturday when the AFC West champions play the AFC South champion Texans

DECEMBER 19, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chiefs QB Mahomes, WR Marquis Brown expected to play in Saturday matinee against Texans

Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is expected to play against Houston on Saturday, less than a week after sustaining a high-ankle sprain in a win over Cleveland

DECEMBER 19, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chiefs love veteran backups for Patrick Mahomes. They may have their best yet in Carson Wentz

The Kansas City Chiefs have a history of bringing in veteran backups for Patrick Mahomes, whether it was Matt Moore and Chad Henne in recent years or Blaine Gabbert last season

DECEMBER 18, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Browns sit struggling kicker Dustin Hopkins, Chiefs get K Harrison Butker back after 4-game absence

The Chiefs have their regular kicker back

DECEMBER 15, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Not playing Sunday Humphries (hamstring) has been downgraded to out for Sunday's Week 15 matchup against the Browns.

Impact Humphries entered the weekend doubtful to suit up because of a hamstring issue, and he's now officially been ruled out. Wanya Morris is the most likely candidate to start at left tackle in his stead. Humphries' next chance to play is Saturday, Dec. 21 against Houston.

DECEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Chiefs get kicker Harrison Butker back, waive last week's hero Matthew Wright

With the return of star kicker Harrison Butker, the Chiefs have waived Matthew Wright, the reigning NFL Special Teams Player of the Week.

DECEMBER 14, 2024

Unlikely to suit up Week 15 Humphries (hamstring) is officially doubtful to play Sunday versus Cleveland.

Impact Humphries hurt his hamstring last Sunday versus the Chargers and didn't practice at all this week. It appears the left tackle is going to miss Sunday's matchup against the Browns. As a result, Wanya Morris may move into the starting lineup.

DECEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Chiefs wide receiver Marquise Brown returns to practice following shoulder surgery

Wide receiver Marquise Brown returned to practice with the Chiefs on Friday

DECEMBER 13, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Andy Heck on D.J. Humphries Debut: 'I Was Really Encouraged from What I Saw from Him' | Chiefs Press Conference 12/12 Offensive line coach, Andy Heck speaks with the media ahead of the Kansas City Chiefs Week 15 matchup with the Cleveland Browns on Sunday.

DECEMBER 12, 2024 • CHIEFS.COM

Mahomes, clutch Chiefs look for 13th win with road game against Browns team staggering to finish

Having already clinched a division title, the Kansas City Chiefs look to keep their lead atop the AFC when they visit the Cleveland Browns on Sunday

DECEMBER 12, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Off the couch and into the fire: Chiefs keep finding reinforcements for Super Bowl-contending roster

The best way to describe the Chiefs this season has been serendipitous

DECEMBER 12, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chiefs OT D.J. Humphries (hamstring) sits; Harrison Butker returns New Kansas City Chiefs left tackle D.J.Humphries will miss practice on Wednesday while the team welcomed the return of kicker Harrison Butke...

DECEMBER 11, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Dealing with hamstring issue Head coach Andy Reid told reporters that Humphries (hamstring) won't practice Wednesday, per Nate Taylor of The Athletic.

Impact Reid added that Humphries tweaked his hamstring in Kansas City's Week 14 win over the Chargers, and the team will monitor his injury on a day-by-day basis. If the veteran offensive tackle can't upgrade to at least limited practice participation Thursday or Friday, Wanya Morris could draw the start at left tackle in the Week 15 matchup against the Browns.

DECEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Chiefs Injury News: D.J. Humphries, Joshua Williams Updates and Unknowns A pair of starters exited early from the Chiefs' win over the Chargers. What's the latest on left tackle D.J. Humphries and cornerback Joshu...

DECEMBER 9, 2024 • SI.COM