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On YouTubeKansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / April 2
Will Chiefs' Nick Bolton Lead NFL in Tackles in 2025?
The Kansas City Chiefs defense has been effected for the better ever since linebacker Nick Bolton joined the cause after getting drafted in the second round of the 2021 NFL Draft.
Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / March 24
Why Steve Spagnuolo Was Relieved Chiefs Re-Signed Nick Bolton
Nick Bolton likely could’ve commanded more money as a top linebacker on the free-agent market. He could’ve even re-signed with the Chiefs after dipping his toes in the water.
Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / March 22
Chiefs' Best and Worst Moves From Free Agency
The Kansas City Chiefs have had a busy offseason. During this year's free agency cycle, the Chiefs made numerous acquisitions and re-signings, while also letting many key pieces walk away.
The 'NFL MVPs' quiz
How many of the NFL regular-season MVPs can you name in six minutes?
Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Pride / March 20
Chiefs’ salary cap comes into focus with new contract figures for 5 players 
Little by little, we’re learning how much salary-cap space Kansas City has available. The Kansas City Chiefs got a head start on free agency, wrapping up a three-year contract for linebacker Nick Bolton just before free agency’s “legal tampering” period began.
Ranking all 32 of the NFL's current QB situations
With an established top tier and some young options revealing themselves last season, here is a look at where clubs' QB depth charts stand. Contracts and long-term outlooks do not factor in here; these rankings apply only to 2025 on-field capabilities.
Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / March 20
Chiefs' LB Could Skyrocket in 2025
Free agency was a hectic time, especially for the Kansas City Chiefs. Plenty of transactions were made on the defensive side of the ball, including both incoming and departing players.
Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / March 12
Kansas City Chiefs' best roster move of the 2025 NFL free agency period might also be the most polarizing
The Kansas City Chiefs have made several moves to improve their roster for the 2025 NFL season, but which move stands out as their best thus far? A to Z Sports' own Evan Winter and Sam Phalen (as seen on 'Survivor 47') are breaking down the best free agency moves for the AFC and the NFC thus far.
Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / March 10
Smith and Bolton Back: How This Shifts the Chiefs' Offseason Plans
The Kansas City Chiefs shocked us all when they managed to bring back both of their free agent stars: Trey Smith and Nick Bolton . The talented guard and linebacker were set to be two of the most wanted free agents in this year's cycle, both ranking within the top 10 on numerous lists.
Kansas City Chiefs News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 10
Grading Nick Bolton’s $45 million contract with Chiefs
Madness breaks loose when the NFL free agent negotiation period begins at 12 a.m. ET on Monday, March 10. Then, all 32 teams are allowed to talk to unrestricted free agents and work out the details for potential contracts.
Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / March 10
A resurgent NFL trend makes the Kansas City Chiefs' decision to re-sign LB Nick Bolton look very smart
After months of hearing very little from either side, the Kansas City Chiefs and linebacker Nick Bolton agreed to a three-year $45 million contract on Sunday.
Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / March 10
Steve Spagnuolo’s defense runs through Nick Bolton (and the Chiefs know it)
Nick Bolton is a polarizing figure in Chiefs Kingdom. His fans see him as the brains and heart of the Kansas City defense, while his detractors view him as a player whose limitations can sometimes make him a liability.
Kansas City Chiefs News / Yardbarker / March 9
Chiefs re-signing key defensive player
The Chiefs are keeping the key defender off the market.
Kansas City Chiefs News / Field Level Media / March 9
Reports: Chiefs re-sign LB Nick Bolton to 3-year deal
The Kansas City Chiefs are re-signing linebacker Nick Bolton to a three-year, $45 million deal, per multiple reports. The deal includes $30 million in guaranteed money and will make Bolton the fifth-highest average paid off-ball linebacker in the NFL, per Spotrac.
Kansas City Chiefs News / The Spun / March 9
Chiefs Make Big Move Heading Into Start Of 2025 League Year
It's been an eventful offseason to say the least for the Kansas City Chiefs. But at least it sounds like fans have something positive they can look forward to on the heels of the Xavier Worthy news.
Kansas City Chiefs News / 49ers Webzone / March 9
Off the market: Chiefs, Nick Bolton agree to contract
If the San Francisco 49ers were looking to make a splash in free agency by signing a replacement for linebacker Dre Greenlaw, Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Nick Bolton would have been an ideal target.
Kansas City Chiefs News / Pro Football Rumors / March 9
Chiefs to re-sign key defender
One day before his 25th birthday, he secured a deal that ranks fourth at his position in average annual value.
NFL News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / March 5
Free Agency Rumors: Possible Bengals Target Nick Bolton Not Expected to Have 'Robust' Market
One possible Bengals free agent target isn't expected to be in high demand when the legal tampering period begins next week. Chiefs linebacker Nick Bolton, who some believe is an ideal target for the Bengals in free agency, "won't have the robust market many anticipated" according to Chad Forbes.
NFL News / A to Z Sports / March 3
Latest move by Packers could have just given Chiefs an idea of what a new contract for LB Nick Bolton would look like
Other teams continue to set the market on positions of need for the Kansas City Chiefs. The Green Bay Packers have signed linebacker Isaiah McDuffie to a two-year, $8 million contract, with the deal able to potentially reach $9.5 million.
Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / March 3
Chiefs LB Nick Bolton Will Have an Active Free Agent Market
The Kansas City Chiefs came up one game short of making history by becoming the only team to win three straight Super Bowls. The Chiefs have officially started their offseason.
Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / March 2
Nick Bolton's looming free agency presents a complex decision for the Chiefs
Nick Bolton is one of the handful of pending free agents for the Kansas City Chiefs who excelled in their system as a homegrown player. The first selection for Kansas City in the 2021 NFL Draft, the former second-round pick became a top leader for the Chiefs' defense.
Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / February 28
Chiefs LB Nick Bolton Listed Among NFL's Best Free Agents
The Kansas City Chiefs came up one game short of making history of becoming the only team to win three straight Super Bowls. The Chiefs lost in blowout fashion, and it was one of the worst games of quarterback Patrick Mahomes' career.
NFL News / Yardbarker / March 5
Three moves Chiefs should make in free agency
The Kansas City Chiefs received encouraging news recently with the announcements that tight end Travis Kelce will return for the 2025 season and a franchise tag had been put on standout right guard Trey Smith.
NFL News / 49ers Webzone / February 25
PFN predicts 49ers will sign Chiefs LB Nick Bolton
With free agency just weeks away, the San Francisco 49ers could be in the market for a linebacker to replace Dre Greenlaw. The fan-favorite defender appeared in only two games last season after returning from an Achilles injury, only to suffer a setback that sidelined him for the final two games.
Kansas City Chiefs News / Yardbarker / February 19
Chiefs not using tags magnifies cap limitations
The Kansas City Chiefs are entering a pivotal offseason after losing in Super Bowl LIX to the Philadelphia Eagles.
Kansas City Chiefs News / Field Level Media / February 4
Chiefs LB Nick Bolton unfazed by Opening Night madness
NEW ORLEANS -- Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Nick Bolton had all the answers Monday, even for the slightly offbeat questions a player can get at Super Bowl Opening Night.
Kansas City Chiefs News / Pro Football Rumors / January 30
Chiefs expected to discuss extension with star defender
The former second-round pick has spent his entire career in Kansas City and has evolved into one of the team’s most dependable defenders.
Kansas City Chiefs News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 30
Chiefs Will Discuss Potential Extension For LB Nick Bolton After Season
According to Jeremy Fowler, the Chiefs and LB Nick Bolton are expected to discuss a potential extension once the season is over. Fowler notes Bolton is
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 23
Watch: Chiefs stuff curious fourth-down call to defeat Falcons, improve to 3-0
With the Chiefs leading by five points, 51 seconds to go and the Falcons threatening at the Kansas City 13-yard line, KC linebacker Nick Bolton stopped running back Bijan Robinson in the backfield on fourth-and-1 to seal the victory.
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