SportsBeat KC: Explaining the complicated business of running the Chiefs these days
The Chiefs are one of a handful of NFL teams opening their gates to fans for games, at least in the early part of the season. The team also is making moves in its policies about Native American imagery and getting behind a get-out-the-vote initiative.
All that while mountain defense of a Super Bowl championship.
Chiefs president Mark Donovan spoke to reporters about these and other off-field issues this week, and you’ll hear the entire interview on SportsBeat KC, the Kansas City Star’s daily sports podcast hosted by Blair Kerkhoff. Donovan even dropped some news about a potential polling place at Arrowhead Stadium.
You’ll hear, too, what Andy Reid had to say about the recent police shooting of Black man Jacob Blake in Kenosha, Wisconsin, an incident that has reignited protests and prompted the cancellation of NBA, MLB, MLS and WNBA games, as well some NFL practices.
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Chiefs president explains plans for fans in the stands and perceived elevated ticket prices
Chiefs want to turn Arrowhead Stadium into a voting location this November
Here’s why the Chiefs are banning Native American imagery and evaluating the chop
Andy Reid opens Chiefs session with heartfelt Jacob Blake, Kenosha unrest