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 pressure on internal improvement.

They dive into:

• How the Chiefs got to 5-4
• What needs to be fixed in the second half of the season
• The return of Josh Simmons and what it means up front
• Thoughts on the trade deadline standing pat
• What must go right in the final 8 games to make the playoffs

Everything the Chiefs need to do to stay in the fight — laid out.

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