Get hyped for another Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl run

The Kansas City Chiefs, steeped in history and tradition, have cultivated a rich lore that energizes both players and fans as they chase an unprecedented third consecutive Super Bowl win.

Explore the team's customs, from the playful TikTok antics captured during busy seasons, traditions for team photographs and how they embed symbolism in their Super Bowl rings.

The summary above was drafted with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists in our News division. All stories below were reported, written and edited by McClatchy journalists.

President Joe Biden wears an autographed helmet during the Kansas City Chiefs visit to the White House to celebrate their championship season and victory in Super Bowl LVIII on Friday, May 31, 2024. By Josh Morgan

NO. 1: WHAT PATRICK MAHOMES SAID HE ENJOYED MOST ABOUT CHIEFS’ SECOND WHITE HOUSE VISIT

President Joe Biden also had a surprise for Patrick Mahomes: a new nickname. | Published May 31, 2024 | Read Full Story by Jesse Newell

Members of the Kansas City Chiefs gather as they wait for President Joe Biden to welcome the team to the White House to celebrate their Super Bowl LVIII victory. By Josh Morgan

NO. 2: CHIEFS PLAYERS, STAFF SHARE BEHIND-THE-SCENES PHOTOS FROM TEAM’S WHITE HOUSE TRIP

What did the Chiefs eat at the White House? One staffer shared a picture of that and more. | Published June 1, 2024 | Read Full Story by Pete Grathoff

The Chiefs’ Super Bowl LVIII rings open up to reveal the play “Tom & Jerry,” which was the winning call in overtime.

NO. 3: INSIDE CHIEFS’ SUPER BOWL LVIII RINGS IS A NOD TO THEIR ICONIC ‘TOM & JERRY’ PLAY

Take a closer look at the Super Bowl LVIII championship rings the Chiefs players received on Thursday night. | Published June 13, 2024 | Read Full Story by Pete Grathoff

Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid answers questions from the media outside Scanlon Hall during the first day of Chiefs training camp at Missouri Western State University on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, in St. Joseph. By Emily Curiel

NO. 4: ONE SECRET TO CHIEFS COACH ANDY REID’S SUCCESS: HOLDING SHORT TEAM MEETINGS

Chiefs coach Andy Reid on why he specifically holds short meetings with his team. | Published July 17, 2024 | Read Full Story by Pete Grathoff

Former Kansas City Chiefs player Danan Hughes walks on the runway at the 13th Annual Chiefs Style Lounge at The LEX in Downtown Kansas City on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024. Several former Chiefs players participated in the runway show. By Dominick Williams

NO. 5: SEE THESE FORMER CHIEFS PLAYERS MODELING DESIGNER TEAM FASHIONS AT ANNUAL STYLE LOUNGE

The 13th Annual Chiefs Style Lounge featured Kansas City Chiefs apparel from the Pro Shop line along with designs by local boutiques. | Published October 9, 2024 | Read Full Story by dowilliams@kcstar.comDominick Williams

NO. 6: CHIEFS PLAYERS DID THEIR IMPERSONATIONS OF TEAMMATE CHRIS JONES IN FUN VIDEO

There were many, um, interpretations of a celebration by the Chiefs’ Chris Jones. | Published October 17, 2024 | Read Full Story by Pete Grathoff

Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Nick Bolton (32) waves to fans after the Chiefs defeated the Denver Broncos 19-8 in an NFL football game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on Thursday, Oct. 12, 2023, in Kansas City.

NO. 7: CHIEFS’ NICK BOLTON HAD HAND IN CREATING POTATO CHIPS BEING SOLD IN KANSAS CITY

Nick Bolton helped develop the taste of these new potato chips. Here’s where Chiefs fans can buy them. | Published October 29, 2024 | Read Full Story by Pete Grathoff

NO. 8: HOME OF THE KANSAS CITY DANDY-LIONS? HERE’S HOW THE CHIEFS GOT THEIR NAME

The football team in Kansas City couldn’t be called the Texans. Here’s how Lamar Hunt picked the Chiefs for Kansas City. | Published January 8, 2025 | Read Full Story by Daniel Desrochers

Chiefs Assistant Equipment Manager Cale Kirby showed off the trunks the teams use to store gear.

NO. 9: EQUIPMENT MANAGER SHOWS OFF THE 32 TRUNKS THE CHIEFS TRAVEL WITH, WHAT GOES INSIDE THEM

The Chiefs travel with helmets, pads and ... candy. Lots of it. | Published January 10, 2025 | Read Full Story by Pete Grathoff

Kansas City Chiefs fans at Arrowhead Stadium.

NO. 10: WHY DO KC CHIEFS DO THE ‘TOMAHAWK CHOP’? HERE’S THE HISTORY BEHIND CONTROVERSIAL TRADITION

What’s the tomahawk chop and why do Chiefs fans do it? | Published January 14, 2025 | Read Full Story by Daniel Desrochers

NO. 11: WHAT’S THE DEAL WITH CHIEFS PLAYERS ALL WEARING WHITE TURTLENECKS IN TEAM PHOTOS?

Ahead of the Chiefs playoffs, The Star set out to solve the great white turtleneck mystery. | Published January 16, 2025 | Read Full Story by Kacen Bayless

Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, tight end Travis Kelce and defensive tackle Chris Jones laughed as they addressed the crowd during the 2024 Chiefs Kickoff Luncheon on Wednesday, August 28 at the Loews Kansas City Hotel. The event celebrates the NFL and Chiefs kickoff for the new season. The event is a benefit the Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce.

NO. 12: CHIEFS ANNOUNCE THEIR SIX CAPTAINS FOR THE NFL POSTSEASON WITH A GQ-STYLE PHOTO

The Chiefs announced the team’s playoff captains ahead of Saturday’s game against the Texans. | Published January 18, 2025 | Read Full Story by Pete Grathoff

Clark Hunt, chairman and CEO of the Kansas City Chiefs, hoisted the Lombardi Trophy as he took the stage at Union Station for the Super Bowl Champions parade and rally on Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2023, in Kansas City. By Tammy Ljungblad

NO. 13: CHIEFS’ CLARK HUNT REVEALS HIS PREGAME TRADITION, WHICH WAS STARTED BY LATE FATHER, LAMAR

However, Chiefs CEO and chairman Clark Hunt has ditched his lucky ties. | Published January 23, 2025 | Read Full Story by Pete Grathoff

This report was produced with the help of AI tools, which summarized previous stories reported and written by McClatchy journalists. It was edited by journalists in our News division.