

41 is the Mic: Chiefs’ Playoff Hopes Hang by a Thread at 6–7
Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down the Chiefs’ 20–10 loss to the Houston Texans, examining how Kansas City slipped to 6–7 and what this means for their fading playoff chances. The duo looks ahead to what must change in 2026 to get the franchise back on track.

41 is the Mic: The Chiefs get Burnt in Dallas
Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down the Chiefs' sixth loss of the season after getting burnt on Thanksgiving. The duo takes a hard look at the play-calling breakdowns, offensive line struggles, lackluster pass rush, and costly pass inference penalties that derailed Kansas City. With the margin …

41 is the Mic: Chiefs Survive in Overtime — Turning Point or Temporary Fix?
Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down the Chiefs’ 23-20 overtime victory against the Colts. What went right for the Chiefs? Who stepped up? And where does Kansas City go from here as they fight to stay in the AFC playoff picture?

41 is the Mic: Chiefs Playoff Hopes Wobble After Stunning Broncos Loss
Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down the Chiefs’ crushing loss to the Broncos. They dive into what went wrong, whether Kansas City has lost its swagger, and if this team can regroup in time to salvage a playoff run.

41 is the Mic: The Truth About the 5-4 Chiefs
Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down how the Chiefs ended up at 5-4 and what has to change for Kansas City to stay in the AFC playoff hunt. The duo discusses the return of Josh Simmons and where he fits into the line rotation and why the lack of movement at the trade deadline puts even more pres…

41 is the Mic: Chiefs get picked apart like a Buffalo wing in 28-21 loss
Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down how the Chiefs got picked apart by the Bills in all three phases — offense, defense, and special teams. The duo dive into the struggles on both sides of the line, where things unraveled, and why this loss might actually be the wake-up call Kansas City needs.

41 is the Mic: Chiefs take control of their playoff destiny on MNF
The Chiefs move back into the playoff picture after a 28–7 win over the Commanders on Monday Night Football. Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down what changed after halftime, how the offense found its groove, and which playmakers made the difference. Plus, they preview what’s next against the Bi…

41 is the Mic: Chiefs take the Raiders’ souls and make it look easy
Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down how the Chiefs took the Raiders’ souls on Sunday in a complete team performance. The duo discuss Rashee Rice’s return, the resurgence of the run game, and how Kansas City kept Las Vegas guessing all afternoon. They also look at what’s next — from the Chiefs’…

41 is the Mic: Chiefs Turn Motor City Magic Into Mayhem
Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down how the Chiefs grounded the Detroit Lions’ high-powered offense in prime time. They discuss Chris Jones’ bounce-back performance, Kansas City’s dominance at the line of scrimmage, and the impact of Rashee Rice’s return to the offense. Plus — Matt shares his…

41 is the Mic: Chiefs collapse in Duval with 13 penalties and missed chances on MNF
The Kansas City Chiefs fell 31–28 to the Jacksonville Jaguars on Monday Night Football, and penalties told the story. Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down how 13 penalties cost the Chiefs a win, what went wrong with the offense and defense, and how Andy Reid’s team can bounce back vs the Detroit…