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The Kansas City Chiefs didn't over-extend themselves or add star power in free agency this year, but filled needs with bargain selections. One such move was to add some speed and much-needed juice to their run game with Elijah Mitchell.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / April 18

How Highly Does Chiefs GM Brett Veach Value RB Mitchell?

The Kansas City Chiefs made the smart move and brought in some extra depth at their running back position. After seeing how the ground game was affected by injuries last season, the additions in the area can only boost their efforts going forward.

Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / April 17

Kansas City Chiefs see striking comparison between RB Elijah Mitchell and two-time Super Bowl champion Jerick McKinnon

When the Kansas City Chiefs signed free agent RB Elijah Mitchell in March, the decision felt very similar to the 2021 NFL offseason, when they signed RB

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Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Pride / April 17

Brett Veach explains the additions of Jaylon Moore, Kristian Fulton and Elijah Mitchell

The general manager had his first opportunity to talk about the signings in his Zoom media appearance on Thursday. Kansas City Chiefs general manager Brett Veach held his annual pre-draft press conference with local journalists on Thursday morning, marking the first time Veach had the opportunity to discuss the club’s top free-agent additions.

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NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 11

AFC Notes: Elijah Mitchell, Brenton Strange, Chiefs, Jaguars, Raiders

The Chiefs signed former 49ers RB Elijah Mitchell in free agency to add to a room with Kareem Hunt and Isiah Pacheco. Kansas City HC Andy Reid explained what he likes about Mitchell and praised his versatility.

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Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / April 6

Chiefs RB Mitchell Ready for New Role with Team

The Kansas City Chiefs have made a lot of moves this offseason to fix their offensive problems. One of the areas they had trouble in all of last season was in the backfield.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Athlon Sports / April 5

Chiefs' Andy Reid Has Positive Scouting Report On New RB Elijah Mitchell

The Kansas City Chiefs were the AFC's No. 1 seed after a 15-2 regular season and made it to the Super Bowl last year, and that was with a below-par run game.

Kansas City Chiefs News / ESPN / April 5

Former 49er Elijah Mitchell adds depth to Chiefs' running back room

Despite not playing in the 2024 season because of an injury, the running back thinks he has a lot to give Kansas City.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / April 5

Chiefs have solid running back option hiding in plain sight in 2025 NFL Draft class

The Kansas City Chiefs need a long-term answer at running back. Isiah Pacheco, Kareem Hunt, and Elijah Mitchell are all under contract for the upcoming season, but none of them are locked in beyond 2025.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / March 31

Should Mitchell Leap Hunt on Chiefs' Depth Chart?

The Kansas City Chiefs gave two running backs one-year contracts to come in and be the backup behind Isiah Pacheco. Those two players are Kareem Hunt and Elijah Mitchell, respectively.

AFC Notes: Ashton Jeanty, Elijah Mitchell, Chargers, Chiefs, Raiders

Chargers OT Mekhi Becton‘s two-year, $20 million contract includes a $5 million signing bonus. His $1,940,000 salary in 2025 is guaranteed, and his $4,950,000 salary in 2026 is non-guaranteed.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / March 28

Chiefs’ New-Look Running Backs Ready to Roll Into Offseason Program

Isiah Pacheco, Kareem Hunt and newcomer Elijah Mitchell share a lot in common. Their most common thread appears to be returning from injuries with a unique desire to do whatever is necessary to vault the Chiefs back to the Super Bowl.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Pride / March 27

Elijah Mitchell believes being with the Chiefs will ‘open up a lot of things’

The newest running back in Kansas City’s offense sees how he can flourish in his new home. When running back Elijah Mitchell is on the field, he is an exciting playmaker.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Athlon Sports / March 25

Chiefs' 'Under The Radar' Free Agency Signing Revealed

The Kansas City Chiefs' offseason plans have been dominated by fixing Patrick Mahomes' offensive line. After getting sacked a career-high 36 times in 2024, coupled with another 11 in the postseason, it is easy to see why upgrading Mahomes' protection is job No.

Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / March 24

Kansas City Chiefs come in at No. 1 in ESPN's post-free agency NFL power rankings thanks in part to 1 under-the-radar move

Despite ending last season with a loss in Super Bowl LIX, the Kansas City Chiefs are kicking off the 2025 offseason as the No. 1 team in ESPN's post-free agency power rankings.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Athlon Sports / March 23

Chiefs Newly-Signed Running Back Admits To 'Challenges'

New Kansas City Chiefs running back Elijah Mitchell will be coming to the AFC champs looking to prove himself. After missing the entire 2024 season with injury for the San Francisco 49ers, it feels like a lifetime ago when Elijah rushed for 963 yards and five touchdowns in his rookie season in 2021.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Athlon Sports / March 21

Elijah Mitchell Reveals The Why In Chiefs Move

The Kansas City Chiefs needed some speed and juice to add to their running back room with Isiah Pacheco and Kareem Hunt both physical, grinding backs who can pound a defense into submission.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / March 12

What Does Adding RB Elijah Mitchell Mean for the Chiefs?

The Kansas City Chiefs will now look to turn the page after their massive Super Bowl LIX loss. The Chiefs are now in off-season mode, and the first thing up will be free agency, which has started this week.

NFL News / Arrowhead Addict / March 11

4 free-agent running backs the Chiefs could target even after signing Elijah Mitchell

The Kansas City Chiefs added a running back on the first day of the legal tampering window, with former San Francisco 49ers ball carrier Elijah Mitchell joining Kansas City on a one-year deal.

NFL News / Field Level Media / March 10

Reports: Chiefs agree to deals with OT Jaylon Moore, RB Elijah Mitchell

A rebuild of the offensive line underway in Kansas City will include offensive tackle Jaylon Moore, who reportedly agreed to a two-year, $30 million contract on Monday.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / March 10

Chiefs signing 49ers RB Elijah Mitchell in free agency

Jordan Schultz of FOX Sports reports that the Kansas City Chiefs are signing San Francisco 49ers unrestricted free agent running back Elijah Mitchell to a deal worth up to $3.5 million.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / February 2

Why the 49ers Might Re-Sign RB Elijah Mitchell

Christian McCaffrey is the only running back the San Francisco 49ers have rostered for 2025. Every other running back is in line to become a free agent in March.

San Francisco 49ers News / Gridiron Heroics / May 21

49ers predicted to cut key reserve RB ahead of season

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