Imagine the Chiefs’ quest for a three-peat as the final season of your favorite binge-worthy show. The hype was Taylor’s Version of epic, the stakes Game of Thrones high. Then, faster than a TikTok trend, Philadelphia’s Eagles swooped in like Thanos snapping Kansas City’s Infinity Stones into dust. A 40-22 Super Bowl LIX blowout left Arrowhead Stadium quieter than a Midwest snowstorm. But the real drama?
The credits rolled, and the offseason script flipped. Cue the twist: Kansas City’s kingdom isn’t just bruised—it’s shedding pieces.
On February 14, the Giants swiped two Chiefs practice squad players—WR Montrell Washington and CB Nic Jones—signing them to reserve/future deals. Hours earlier, LB Swayze Bozeman flew to Chicago, inking with the Bears. All three exits, confirmed by KSHB’s Nick Jacobs, strip Kansas City’s 90-man roster of depth. Washington, a 2022 Broncos fifth-rounder, flashed return skills but fumbled his way to the bench. What about Jones?
Jones, a 2023 seventh-round pick, lingered as a special teams extra. “Energy is contagious,” safety Justin Reid tweeted post-Bradden exit—but Kansas City’s vibe? Suddenly shaky. New York’s signings scream Moneyball meets Underdog. Washington’s stats?
The Bears have signed LB Swayze Bozeman. The Giants have signed CB Nic Jones and WR Montrell Washington. They will not be returning to the #Chiefs 90 player roster. pic.twitter.com/Y9KF6r9iDM
— Nick Jacobs (@Jacobs71) February 14, 2025
Four catches for two yards since 2022. Jones? Four tackles in 10 games. Yet Giants GM Joe Schoen sees potential. “[He’s] a long cornerback with average speed but a natural feel for making plays on the football,” NFL Network’s Lance Zierlein once said of Jones. Washington’s return average (7.6 yards per punt) might fill Ihmir Smith-Marsette’s shoes. But let’s be real: This isn’t Remember the Titans. It’s a Hail Mary for camp bodies. Meanwhile, Bozeman’s departure stings subtly.
The undrafted LB became a late-season special teams staple, earning trust like a Ted Lasso underdog. His exit, paired with DC Steve Spagnuolo’s staff shakeup, hints at locker-room turbulence. Meanwhile, Chiefs fans must be shrugging: ‘We still have Chris Jones, right?’ Sure. But depth wins January games—and Kansas City’s just got thinner. But the real gut punch?
From dynasties to departures: the ripple effect in Reid’s locker-room
Losing Terry Bradden Jr., the Chiefs’ assistant D-line coach since 2017. On January 13, Bradden tweeted goodbye, swapping red for Nebraska scarlet. “Grateful for 8 unforgettable years,” he wrote, thanking Andy Reid and the “family we’ve built.” His resume?
Three Super Bowl rings and Chris Jones’ development. Nebraska’s gain is Kansas City’s void. “Go be great Terry! Appreciate your friendship and enjoyed working with ya!,” ex-Chiefs QB Chad Henne cheered. But replacing Bradden’s grit? That’s harder than convincing Midwest folks to ditch ranch dressing. Besides, Bradden’s exit isn’t solo.
Assistant DBs coach Donald D’Alesio bolted for Baltimore. Matt House returned as a senior analyst, but the staff’s chemistry feels like a shuffled playlist. For a team that prides itself on stability, these exits itch like a bad sunburn. ‘The road to vengeance begins,’ fans muttered. But with every departure, the path gets rockier. Now, let’s crunch numbers.
Oct 7, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) looks at plays with offensive coordinator Matt Nagy, center, and head coach Andy Reid against the New Orleans Saints during the first half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images
The Eagles’ 24-0 halftime lead was the largest in Super Bowl history. Kansas City’s offense? Sputtering like a pickup truck in January. Meanwhile, Bradden’s new Nebraska salary ($400K) pales next to NFL paychecks—but for college ball, it’s a Forrest Gump box of chocolates: full of potential. But the Chiefs’ empire isn’t crumbling.
It’s recalibrating. Losing role players and coaches won’t doom an Andy Reid-Patrick Mahomes dynasty, but it’s a reality check. As Bradden plants root in Lincoln and the Giants gamble on Kansas City’s leftovers, the message is clear: Even superheroes need a reboot. Or as Alfred warned in The Dark Knight, “Endure, Master Wayne. Take it. They’ll hate you for it, but that’s the point of Batman.” It’s time for Kansas City and Mahomes to channel their inner Caped Crusader.
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