NICK BOLTON NEWS

Cleared of illness Bolton (illness) doesn't have an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game against the Chargers.

Impact Bolton missed Thursday's practice due to a sudden illness, but a prompt upgrade back to full participation Friday cleansed him of any injury designation for Sunday. The starting middle linebacker should be all set to suit up for a key divisional matchup that, if lost, could all but eliminate the Chiefs from playoff contention.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Does not practice Thursday Bolton (illness) did not participate in practice Thursday.

Impact Bolton was not listed on the injury report Wednesday, but was unable to participate Thursday with an unknown illness. The 25-year-old star will likely need to return to practice in some capacity Friday to have a chance to play Sunday versus the Chargers. The fifth-year pro has 112 tackles (54 solo), five pass breakups and a forced fumble through Week 14.

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Double-digit stops in loss Bolton recorded 12 total tackles (six solo) in Sunday night's 20-10 loss to the Texans.

Impact Bolton was able to pace the team in takedowns in Week 14, securing double-digit stops for the second straight game and third time in the last five contests overall. The linebacker has now registered 112 total tackles (54 solo), five passes defensed and a forced fumble over 13 games this year.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Chris Jones and Nick Bolton Bring Woody Marks down for a 4-yard Tackle for Loss Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones and linebacker Nick Bolton join forces on 4-yard tackle for loss against Houston Texans runn...

5 DAYS AGO • CHIEFS.COM

Under the Helmet: Nick Bolton Get to know a bit more about linebacker Nick Bolton in this edition of Under the Helmet, presented by T-Mobile.

DECEMBER 6 • CHIEFS.COM

Nick Bolton: 'We've Got a New Challenge In Front of Us and We're Embracing It' | Press Conference 12/5 Nick Bolton speaks to the media on Friday, December 5th.

DECEMBER 5 • CHIEFS.COM

Game-high 11 stops Thursday Bolton posted 11 tackles (six solo) and two pass defenses during the Chiefs' 31-28 loss to the Cowboys on Thursday.

Impact It was another productive game for Bolton, who led both teams in tackles while logging double-digit stops for the fourth time this season. The fifth-year linebacker has officially cracked the century mark with 100 tackles (48 solo) through 12 regular-season games, and he needs just six more stops to tie his mark from the 2024 campaign (across 16 regular-season contests).

NOVEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Logs eight tackles vs. Colts Bolton recorded eight total tackles (two solo) in Sunday's 23-20 overtime win over the Colts.

Impact The Missouri product played 100 percent of the Chiefs' defensive snaps for the third consecutive game and led the team in total tackles during the Week 12 win. Bolton is one of Kansas City's most impactful defenders, appearing in 11 games and recording 89 total tackles, three passes defensed and one forced fumble. He's expected to remain a viable IDP option in the Week 13 matchup against the Cowboys on Thursday.

NOVEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Nick Bolton on Mindset: 'It's Week-by-Week, Day-by-Day, Play-by-Play'| Press Conference 11/19 Nick Bolton speaks to the media on Wednesday, November 19.

NOVEMBER 19 • CHIEFS.COM

Logs sick tackles in loss Bolton recorded six tackles (five solo) and a pass defended in Kansas City's loss to the Broncos on Sunday.

Impact Bolton played every defensive snap in the loss and has now racked up five or more tackles in three straight games. Across his first 10 outings of the campaign, the 25-year-old has totaled 81 tackles (40 solo) and one forced fumble.

NOVEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Racks up 14 tackles Bolton recorded 14 tackles (five solo), including one tackle for loss in Sunday's 28-21 loss to the Bills.

Impact Bolton saw his snaps dip slightly in Weeks 7 and 8, but he returned to a 100 percent clip in Week 9. He responded by matching his season-high with 14 tackles, albeit with only five being solo. Bolton is having a bounceback season after a disappointing 2024.

NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Fine day vs. Commanders Bolton recorded six tackles (one solo) during Monday's 28-7 win versus Washington.

Impact Bolton has now racked up at least six total tackles in all but one of his games this season, keeping him well on pace for 100-plus on the year. He should have plenty more chances to make tackles in Week 9 against a run-heavy Buffalo offense.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Stealing Signs: Bolton Says Chiefs' Joy Is Contagious KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Kansas City linebacker Nick Bolton spoke from the podium after the Chiefs defeated the Commanders 28-7 at Arrowhead Stadi...

OCTOBER 28 • SI.COM

Chiefs dominate Washington 28-7, proving they might be better than last season despite their record

The Kansas City Chiefs have more losses through eight games than last season, but they might be a better team

OCTOBER 28 • Associated Press

Nick Bolton: 'It's All Hands on Deck' | Postgame Press Conference - NFL Week 8 Nick Bolton speaks to the media following the Chiefs Monday Night Football game against the Washington Commanders.

OCTOBER 28 • CHIEFS.COM

Nick Bolton looks like Ray Lewis on powerful TFL vs. Commanders Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Nick Bolton hammers Washington Commanders running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt to the ground.

OCTOBER 28 • NFL.COM

Nick Bolton Has a Powerful Tackle for Loss vs. Commanders Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Nick Bolton hammers Washington Commanders running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt to the ground.

OCTOBER 28 • CHIEFS.COM

'It Can Be a Special Year': Watch out, NFL, the Chiefs' Explosive Offense Is Back

As the Chiefs host the Commanders on Monday, Patrick Mahomes & Co. are lighting up opponents with their most explosive offense in years.

OCTOBER 27 • FOX SPORTS

Quiet day against Raiders Bolton recorded two tackles (one solo) in Sunday's 31-0 win over the Raiders.

Impact Bolton played 95 percent of defensive snaps, but he still had limited opportunity because the Raiders ran only 30 offensive plays. While it was a disappointing performance, he had recorded at least six tackles in all of his games prior to Sunday. Bolton should be in for a bounceback performance in Week 8 against the Commanders.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Seven tackles in SNF win Bolton recorded seven tackles (three solo) in Sunday night's win over the Lions.

Impact Bolton played all 54 defensive snaps against Detroit and also recorded one QB hit on Jared Goff. The veteran linebacker has piled up 53 tackles (28 solo), including four TFLs, two pass breakups and two QB hits on 99 percent of the Chiefs' defensive snaps through six starts this season.

OCTOBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Nick Bolton: 'We Played Good, Clean Football' | NFL Week 6 Press Conference Nick Bolton speaks to the media following the Chiefs Sunday Night Football matchup against the Detroit Lions

OCTOBER 13 • CHIEFS.COM

Brian Branch and the Lions end a frustrating loss at Kansas City with postgame fisticuffs

The Detroit Lions had a tough night against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium

OCTOBER 13 • Associated Press

Nick Bolton on Lions Offense: 'They're Special' | Press Conference 10/8 Nick Bolton speaks to the media on Wednesday, October 8.

OCTOBER 8 • CHIEFS.COM

Dozen tackles in MNF loss Bolton recorded 12 tackles (seven solo) and one pass breakup in the Chiefs' loss to the Jaguars on Monday night.

Impact Bolton's 12 tackles easily paced the team, and it was his second game this season recording at least a dozen tackles. Through five games, Bolton has racked up 46 tackles (25 solo), including three TFLs, two pass breakups and one QB hit on 99 percent of the Chiefs' defensive snaps.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE