41 is the Mic Chiefs Podcast
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- Nov 9, 2026
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41 is the Mic Chiefs Podcast is a collaboration between KSHB 41 Sports Producer Nick Jacobs and Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com
Episodes 100
41 is the Mic: Chiefs CRUSH Jets 35-12, But Mahomes Injury Raises BIG Questions
The Chiefs dominate the Jets 35-12, but is there reason for concern moving forward? Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down Kansas City’s convincing victory, the latest concerns surrounding Patrick Mahomes’ …
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The Chiefs dominate the Jets 35-12, but is there reason for concern moving forward?
Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down Kansas City’s convincing victory, the latest concerns surrounding Patrick Mahomes’ injury and the performance of the offensive line.
Plus, is the Chiefs’ pass rush finally finding its rhythm? And with the NFL trade deadline approaching, should Kansas City make a move to strengthen its roster?
The duo tackles all that and more on 41 is the Mic!
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41 is the Mic: Chiefs COLLAPSE in the 4th Quarter!
The Kansas City Chiefs blow an 11-point fourth-quarter lead, raising serious questions about the team’s execution and decision-making. Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down another frustrating finish, the …
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The Kansas City Chiefs blow an 11-point fourth-quarter lead, raising serious questions about the team’s execution and decision-making.
Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down another frustrating finish, the Chiefs’ ongoing struggles in short-yardage situations, growing concerns at wide receiver and the coaching decisions that contributed to the collapse.
Is this a one-game meltdown or a sign of bigger problems ahead?
All that and more on 41 is the Mic
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41 is the Mic: What Is WRONG With the Chiefs? Offense Stalls in 20-3 Seahawks Loss
The Kansas City Chiefs hit a low in a frustrating 20-3 loss to the Seattle Seahawks. Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down why the Chiefs struggled on both sides of the ball, what happened to Kenneth Walker …
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The Kansas City Chiefs hit a low in a frustrating 20-3 loss to the Seattle Seahawks.
Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down why the Chiefs struggled on both sides of the ball, what happened to Kenneth Walker and what the team should do moving forward with Josh Simmons.
Is this a wake-up call for Kansas City, or are there bigger problems brewing? The guys discuss what’s going wrong and what needs to change before it’s too late.
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41 is the Mic: Chiefs Dominate Chargers — What's Working and What's Still Broken?
The Kansas City Chiefs roll past the Los Angeles Chargers 22-6, but there are still plenty of questions surrounding this team. Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down the Chiefs' dominant victory, the state of …
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The Kansas City Chiefs roll past the Los Angeles Chargers 22-6, but there are still plenty of questions surrounding this team.
Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down the Chiefs' dominant victory, the state of the running game, the pass rush and the continued struggles on special teams.
Are the Chiefs starting to find their identity, or could their lingering issues eventually catch up with them?
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41 is the Mic: Chiefs have some BIG decisions to make - WRs, trenches & myths busted
Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down the biggest questions surrounding the Kansas City Chiefs' offensive and defensive lines. What needs to improve in the trenches, and how will the Chiefs address their wide …
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Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down the biggest questions surrounding the Kansas City Chiefs' offensive and defensive lines. What needs to improve in the trenches, and how will the Chiefs address their wide receiver situation?
Plus, the duo separates fact from fiction as they bust some of the biggest myths surrounding the Chiefs
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41 is the Mic: The Chiefs Are 4-0 — So Why Are There So Many Questions?
Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down the Chiefs’ 4-0 start and the biggest questions facing Kansas City heading into the bye. What’s behind Kingsley Suamataia’s mysterious demotion? Where do the Chiefs turn …
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Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down the Chiefs’ 4-0 start and the biggest questions facing Kansas City heading into the bye. What’s behind Kingsley Suamataia’s mysterious demotion? Where do the Chiefs turn after injuries to Rashee Rice and Tyquan Thornton? Could a Tyreek Hill reunion actually happen? Plus, Matt and Nick discuss whether Kansas City can fix its pass rush and special teams.
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Chiefs Handle Dolphins 24-10, But What’s Still Holding KC Back?
Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs recap the Chiefs’ 24-10 victory over the Miami Dolphins. The duo breaks down what impressed them in the win, why Kansas City looked sluggish at times and what continues to hold the …
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Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs recap the Chiefs’ 24-10 victory over the Miami Dolphins. The duo breaks down what impressed them in the win, why Kansas City looked sluggish at times and what continues to hold the Chiefs back.
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41 Is the Mic: Chiefs Outlast Colts in Overtime Thriller
Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs recap the Chiefs’ 33-30 overtime win over the Colts. The duo break down Patrick Mahomes’ performance, Kenneth Walker’s impact, the offense’s production, a sluggish defensive effort …
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Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs recap the Chiefs’ 33-30 overtime win over the Colts. The duo break down Patrick Mahomes’ performance, Kenneth Walker’s impact, the offense’s production, a sluggish defensive effort and the continued struggles on special teams.
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41 is the Mic: Patrick Mahomes puts knee concerns to rest in win over Broncos
Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down the Chiefs’ season-opening win over the Denver Broncos. The duo discuss Patrick Mahomes’ knee, Kenneth Walker’s impact and what stood out from Kansas City’s youthful …
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Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down the Chiefs’ season-opening win over the Denver Broncos. The duo discuss Patrick Mahomes’ knee, Kenneth Walker’s impact and what stood out from Kansas City’s youthful defense in its first test of the season.
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41 is the Mic: Key Questions Facing the Chiefs Ahead of the Season Opener
Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down the biggest questions facing the Kansas City Chiefs ahead of their season opener. The duo discusses what to expect from rookie Josh Simmons, Patrick Mahomes and the …
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Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down the biggest questions facing the Kansas City Chiefs ahead of their season opener. The duo discusses what to expect from rookie Josh Simmons, Patrick Mahomes and the offense, whether the Chiefs’ pass rush can take the next step, and the impact Eric Bieniemy could have on Kansas City’s offense.
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41 is the Mic: Breaking down the Chiefs’ final 53-man roster
Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs react to the Kansas City Chiefs’ roster moves and break down the final 53-man roster. The duo discusses the biggest surprises, toughest cuts and what the moves reveal about the …
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Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs react to the Kansas City Chiefs’ roster moves and break down the final 53-man roster. The duo discusses the biggest surprises, toughest cuts and what the moves reveal about the Chiefs heading into the regular season.
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41 is the Mic: Who helped and hurt their case against the Buccaneers?
Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs recap the Kansas City Chiefs’ second preseason game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The duo breaks down who shined, who still has room for improvement and busts more preseason …
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Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs recap the Kansas City Chiefs’ second preseason game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The duo breaks down who shined, who still has room for improvement and busts more preseason myths as the Chiefs move closer to the regular season.
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Chiefs vs. Rams Preseason Recap: Who Shined, Who Struggled & Why Chris Jones Played One Snap
Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs recap the Chiefs’ preseason matchup against the Rams. They break down who stood out, who struggled, why Chris Jones played just one snap, and bust some of the biggest myths coming …
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Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs recap the Chiefs’ preseason matchup against the Rams. They break down who stood out, who struggled, why Chris Jones played just one snap, and bust some of the biggest myths coming out of the game.
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41 is the Mic- Chiefs camp heats up: Fights, risers and preseason players to watch
Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down the fights and rising intensity at Chiefs training camp. They discuss which players have elevated their game as camp has progressed and reveal who they’re most excited to …
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Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down the fights and rising intensity at Chiefs training camp. They discuss which players have elevated their game as camp has progressed and reveal who they’re most excited to watch when the Chiefs take the field for their first preseason game
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41 is the Mic: First-Week Chiefs Camp Takeaways, Rookie Reviews & Myths busted
Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down their biggest takeaways from the first week of Chiefs training camp. They evaluate how the rookie class performed in its first week, separate fact from fiction by busting …
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Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down their biggest takeaways from the first week of Chiefs training camp. They evaluate how the rookie class performed in its first week, separate fact from fiction by busting some early camp myths, and explain why practices are about to ramp up now that the pads are on.
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41 is the Mic: Early Chiefs Training Camp Observations
Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs share their observations from the Chiefs’ first few training camp practices, which were closed to the public. They break down Patrick Mahomes’ early performance, Eric Bieniemy’s …
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Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs share their observations from the Chiefs’ first few training camp practices, which were closed to the public.
They break down Patrick Mahomes’ early performance, Eric Bieniemy’s impact on the offense and several under-the-radar players to watch when fans arrive in St. Joseph.
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41 Is the Mic: Biggest Chiefs Training Camp Storylines to Watch
Chiefs training camp is almost here, and Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down the biggest storylines that will shape Kansas City’s 2026 camp. From position battles and rookie expectations to injury updates …
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Chiefs training camp is almost here, and Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down the biggest storylines that will shape Kansas City’s 2026 camp.
From position battles and rookie expectations to injury updates and players under the most pressure, they reveal what they’ll be watching as camp gets underway.
Don’t miss this essential preview before the Chiefs take the field in St. Joseph.
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41 is the Mic: Who’s In, Who’s Out? Breaking Down the Chiefs’ Biggest 53-Man Roster Battles
Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs preview the most intriguing position battles as the Chiefs head to training camp. From the offensive line and wide receiver room to the secondary and special teams, they identify …
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Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs preview the most intriguing position battles as the Chiefs head to training camp. From the offensive line and wide receiver room to the secondary and special teams, they identify which players are fighting for a spot on the initial 53-man roster and who must deliver a standout camp to survive final cuts. With competition expected across several depth positions, every rep will matter over the next few weeks.
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41 Is the Mic: Setting Expectations for the Chiefs’ 2026 Rookie Class
Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down the early impressions from Chiefs offseason workouts and what the rookie class showed. Which first-year players are ready to contribute, who could earn significant roles …
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Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down the early impressions from Chiefs offseason workouts and what the rookie class showed. Which first-year players are ready to contribute, who could earn significant roles, and what should Chiefs Kingdom realistically expect from Kansas City’s 2026 draft class?
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41 Is The Mic: Ranking the Chiefs Defenders Under the Most Pressure to Deliver in 2026
The Chiefs’ defense is loaded with talent, but who will ultimately determine whether Kansas City gets back to championship form? Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs rank the defenders who must make the biggest impact …
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The Chiefs’ defense is loaded with talent, but who will ultimately determine whether Kansas City gets back to championship form? Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs rank the defenders who must make the biggest impact in 2026, from established stars expected to lead the way to young players poised for breakout seasons. They debate which position groups carry the most pressure, how the Chiefs’ rookie additions fit into Steve Spagnuolo’s defense, and which players could be the difference between another good defense and an elite one.
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41 is the Mic - Chiefs Offensive Reset: The Keys to Getting KC Back
Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down what needs to happen for the Chiefs offense to take the next step in 2026. The duo discusses the players Kansas City must rely on to power another playoff run, examines …
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Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down what needs to happen for the Chiefs offense to take the next step in 2026. The duo discusses the players Kansas City must rely on to power another playoff run, examines the biggest factors behind an offensive resurgence, and identifies a few under-the-radar wildcards who could have a major impact on the season. From established stars to unexpected contributors, Matt and Nick explain what could determine whether the Chiefs remain among the AFC’s elite.
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41 is the Mic: Chiefs Minicamp Standouts, Roster Moves & One Position Raising Questions
Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down everything they saw during the Kansas City Chiefs’ mandatory minicamp. The duo discusses which players stood out on the practice field, reacts to the team’s latest roster …
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Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down everything they saw during the Kansas City Chiefs’ mandatory minicamp. The duo discusses which players stood out on the practice field, reacts to the team’s latest roster moves, and shares key insights from the press conferences they attended. Plus, they examine the one position group that still leaves them with questions as the Chiefs continue preparations for the 2026 season. Tune in for the latest observations, analysis, and storylines from minicamp.
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41 is the Mic: Chiefs OTA Takeaways- Mahomes, Worthy, Delane & Walker Shine in Week 2
Week 2 of Chiefs OTAs is complete, and Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down everything they observed from the practice field. The duo shares their impressions of Patrick Mahomes’ command of the offense …
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Week 2 of Chiefs OTAs is complete, and Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down everything they observed from the practice field. The duo shares their impressions of Patrick Mahomes’ command of the offense, Xavier Worthy’s continued development, and the early impact of rookies Mansoor Delane and Kenneth Walker.
Matt and Nick also discuss what stood out from the assistant coaches’ press conferences, key position battles to watch, player development story lines, and other observations as the Chiefs continue their off-season program. Plus, they examine which players are making the most of their opportunities heading into the next phase of the off-season.
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41 is the Mic - Chiefs OTA Observations: Mahomes Returns, Standouts Emerge & Injury Updates
Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs share their firsthand observations from the Chiefs’ first OTA practice open to the media. The duo discusses Patrick Mahomes’ performance, breaks down which players stood out during …
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Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs share their firsthand observations from the Chiefs’ first OTA practice open to the media. The duo discusses Patrick Mahomes’ performance, breaks down which players stood out during the session, and provides the latest injury updates as Kansas City begins its offseason program. Plus, hear what caught their attention on both sides of the ball and what it could mean moving forward.
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41 is the Mic - Mahomes, Money & Missing OTAs: Chiefs Face Big Questions This Offseason
Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs discuss the latest surrounding Rashee Rice and what his absence means for the Chiefs heading into OTAs. The duo also preview key storylines to watch during organized team …
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Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs discuss the latest surrounding Rashee Rice and what his absence means for the Chiefs heading into OTAs. The duo also preview key storylines to watch during organized team activities, break down Kansas City’s current salary cap situation, and examine what roster moves could still be ahead.
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41 is the Mic: Chiefs Schedule Reaction & The Mahomes Effect
Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down the Chiefs’ 2026 schedule and react to the league’s biggest matchups, primetime games and toughest stretches. The duo is joined by NFL Senior Director of Broadcasting …
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Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down the Chiefs’ 2026 schedule and react to the league’s biggest matchups, primetime games and toughest stretches. The duo is joined by NFL Senior Director of Broadcasting Blake Jones for an inside look at how the NFL schedule is built and the factors that shape it each season. Plus, they discuss how Patrick Mahomes’ injury impacted the league’s scheduling decisions and what it means for Kansas City moving forward.
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41 is the Mic: Patrick Mahomes Update, Alohi Gilman & NFL Schedule Predictions
Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down the latest update surrounding Patrick Mahomes, discuss what Alohi Gilman could bring to Kansas City’s defense, and predict the NFL schedule. The guys dive into key …
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Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down the latest update surrounding Patrick Mahomes, discuss what Alohi Gilman could bring to Kansas City’s defense, and predict the NFL schedule. The guys dive into key matchups, prime-time games, and what stands out most for the Chiefs heading into the 2026 season.
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41 is the Mic- Inside Chiefs Rookie Camp: Evaluating KC’s 2026 Class
Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs go inside Chiefs rookie camp with detailed observations on all seven draft picks, key undrafted free agents, and the early influence of Kansas City’s revamped coaching staff.See …
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Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs go inside Chiefs rookie camp with detailed observations on all seven draft picks, key undrafted free agents, and the early influence of Kansas City’s revamped coaching staff.
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41 is the Mic: Chiefs Draft Recap: Hidden Gems or Missed Opportunities?
From late-round flyers to the full draft picture, Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs dive into Day 3 of the Kansas City Chiefs draft. The guys evaluate the value picks, question marks, and what this class means for …
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From late-round flyers to the full draft picture, Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs dive into Day 3 of the Kansas City Chiefs draft. The guys evaluate the value picks, question marks, and what this class means for the future in Kansas City.
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41 is the Mic: Did the Chiefs Get a Spags Guy? Breaking Down R Mason Thomas
Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down the Chiefs’ selection of R Mason Thomas and what it means for Kansas City’s defense. The duo dives into his skill set, how he fits within Steve Spagnuolo’s system, and …
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Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down the Chiefs’ selection of R Mason Thomas and what it means for Kansas City’s defense. The duo dives into his skill set, how he fits within Steve Spagnuolo’s system, and whether he checks the boxes as a true Spags guy.
They also discuss the potential upside that made him appealing to the Chiefs — along with the concerns that could make this a boom-or-bust pick.
Is this a perfect scheme fit or a gamble worth taking? Matt and Nick give their full reaction.
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