The Chief in the North Podcast

The Chief in the North Podcast episodes:

• 05.16.2018

  Episode 41: Patrick Mahomes' Beyond the Arm, Moving to The Athletic, and Mailbag

  The Chief in the North is back! It's time to begin the "Beyond the Arm" series, in which I discuss the traits Patrick Mahomes demonstrates that make me believe he'll succeed in 2018 that DON'T include arm strength. This episode...

  
• 04.24.2018

  Episode 40: Steven Nelson film review, NFL Draft talk, mailbag!

  On the show:  2:20 - Steven Nelson film review from 2017, with some thoughts on the corner group as a whole; 7:20- What I would do in the draft if I were Brett Veach; 16:30 - Mailbag

  
• 04.16.2018

  Episode 39: The Dangers of Box Score Analysis, Part 2

  Thanks to Jon Ledyard for chipping in to help explain the issues with box score analysis and how we can fight it.? On the show: 2:45- The war on box score analysis: edge rushers 7:26- What do you miss when you count...

  
• 04.02.2018

  Episode 38: Why should we feel good about the '18 Chiefs offense?

  On the show: 2:20- Why we're feeling good about the Chiefs' offense, with one exception. 4:50- Discussing offensive line film review and Bryan Witzmann's film. 13:50- Talking about the safety market and why I can't believe the Chiefs aren't snatching up...

  
• 03.26.2018

  Episode 37: What will the Chiefs' offense look like in 2018?

  Seth explores the potential spread offense for the Kansas City Chiefs in 2018. He reviews Andy Reid's comments, paying special attention to Patrick Mahomes' only career start. Seth finishes the podcast off by opening up the mailbag.

  
• 03.19.2018

  Episode 36: Uh, what are the Chiefs doing on defense?

  On the show: Seth reviews LB Anthony Hitchens' film and discusses the current status of the defense and the lack of free agency moves. Seth then names some Chiefs' FA targets before closing with some mailbag questions.

  
• 03.13.2018

  Episode 35: Chiefs Sign Sammy Watkins!

  Host Seth Keysor explores what he saw on the tape of new Chiefs WR Sammy Watkins.

  
• 03.12.2018

  Episode 34: The Chiefs' needs to address in free agency

  Now that the "legal tampering period" has begun, Seth thought it was a good time to jump into a free agency discussion.

  
• 03.06.2018

  Episode 33: The Dangers of Box Score Analysis, Part 1: Quarterbacks

  Episode 33 of The Chief in the North marks the beginning of a long-in-the-making project: discussing the dangers of box score analysis.  In part 1, I walk through the quarterback position and how the way so many fans view it is......

  
• 02.26.2018

  Episode 32: Marcus Peters Trade: What Happened and What Now?

  Another emergency episode of the Chief in the North, this time to discuss the stunning trade of All Pro cornerback Marcus Peters, a move that floored an entire fanbase. I spend time talking about what little information has filtered out to...

  
• 02.14.2018

  Episode 31: Derrick Johnson is Out: His Legacy and The Road Ahead

  In an emergency edition of the Chief in the North, I discuss one of my all-time favorite players no longer being part of the Chiefs. Derrick Johnson is an incredible player and has been part of my life for 13...

  
• 02.09.2018

  Episode 30: Chiefs Offseason Plan Part 1

  In the latest Chief in the North I take on the daunting task of turning the Chiefs into a Super Bowl contender during the offseason. Fortunately, given the current talent on the roster that task isn't quite as daunting as...

  
• 01.31.2018

  Episode 29: Kendall Fuller's Film, Alex Smith's Legacy

  In the first ever emergency edition of the Chief in the North, I take on the biggest news since the Chiefs traded up for Patrick Mahomes: Alex Smith being dealt for a 3rd rounder and Kendall Fuller.  I spend some time...

  
• 01.16.2018

  Episode 28: Playoff Failures, Incorrect Narratives, Smith and Mahomes

  In Episode 28 of the Chief in the North, I try and digest the unbelievable new way the Chiefs found to lose.  There's a lot to digest right now, but my focus starts off on the game in general and what...

  
• 01.04.2018

  Episode 27: Reviewing Patrick Mahomes, Previewing Playoffs

  The football gods smiled upon Chiefs fans and got QBOTF Patrick Mahomes on the field for Chiefs fans to see. They even got to watch him attempt (and succeed at) a game-winning drive in the 4th quarter.  In this episode, I...

  
• 12.28.2017

  Episode 26: Tyreek Hill is Elite, What to Watch for With Patrick Mahomes

  In episode 26, it's a special edition of the Chief in the North. There are 2 main topics of discussion. First, I discuss my recent article on Arrowhead Pride and Tyreek Hill's ascension to elite wide receiver in his first...

  
• 12.20.2017

  Episode 25: Breaking Down the OL, the Charger Beating, and Mailbag Questions

  In Episode 25, it's a good week to be a Chiefs fan.  I've reviewed the film against the Chargers and discuss at length the different looks the defense showed, including a greater variety of formations and more aggressive blitzing, as...

  
• 12.14.2017

  Episode 24: Pass Rush Improves, Matt Nagy Effect, Kareem Hunt, and Mailbag

  The Chiefs defense looked quite different against the Raiders than it has in some time, especially the pass rush. In this episode, after some discussion of the offensive changes under Matt Nagy (almost all of them subtle and for the...

  
• 12.08.2017

  Episode 23: Marcus Peters and 3rd Down Defense

  In something of a special edition of the Chief in the North, I try to unpack what has happened between the Chiefs and Marcus Peters, one of the most talented players on the team. I try to approach the issue...

  
• 11.28.2017

  Episode 22: It's Time for Patrick Mahomes

  It's time to take on the arguments against starting Patrick Mahomes. Alex Smith and the offense are completely floundering, unable to beat simple zone defenses. Yet people continue to insist things like starting Mahomes is "too risky" or that there's...

  
• 11.22.2017

  Episode 21: Chiefs Disappoint and Starting to Start the Mahomes Conversation

  I sit in a state of utter shock that the Chiefs were so thoroughly inept against a bad team, which eventually transforms into ranting about some of the very basic failures we saw against the Giants. From failing to beat...

  
• 11.15.2017

  Episode 20: Sam Mellinger and I Solve all the Problems

  20 episodes of the Chief in the North is cause for celebration! And what better way than to have friend of the show Sam Mellinger of the KC Star on to trade hot takes? Sam and I are self-proclaimed experts in having...

  
• 11.09.2017

  Episode 19: Chiefs Switch up Run Defense, Alex vs Dallas, Mailbag

  Episode 19 is another deep dive into the film as we discuss the Chiefs' loss to Dallas.  Among the many topics covered are Kareem Hunt's lack of carries, Alex Smith's struggles, and whether the pass rush was as concerning as...

  
• 11.01.2017

  Episode 18: What's Wrong with the Run Defense?

  In Episode 18 of the Chief in the North, it's time to really delve into the film.  I start off discussing the Denver game and the reasons people seem more down on the Chiefs after a 10-point win than they did...

  
• 10.24.2017

  Episode 17: Busting Chiefs Defensive Myths

  In Episode 17 of the Chief in the North, I decide it's time to go to the film room to examine the Chiefs' defense in their loss to the Raiders last Thursday. There are a lot of narratives flying around...

  
• 10.16.2017

  Episode 16: Chiefs Lose in A Familiar Way, Mailbag

  In Episode 16 of the Chief in the North, I try to deal with seeing the Chiefs lose in eerily similar fashion to the Steelers. I start off discussing playcalling vs execution and why I think it's a mistake to just...

  
• 10.09.2017

  Episode 15: Chiefs are SB Contenders, Alex for MVP, Marcus Peters Frustrating

  In Episode 15 of the Chief in the North, I discuss various aspects of the Chiefs big win over the Texans, delving specifically into the quarterback play of the two teams. In short, Alex is an MVP candidate and Watson's...

  
• 10.04.2017

  Episode 14: Chiefs Road Trip Report, Reggie Ragland Review

  In Episode 14 of the Chief in the North, I power through a voice that is on its way to being completely lost and a cold that's incoming (products of an incredible night at Arrowhead) to talk about the Chiefs'...

  
• 09.25.2017

  Episode 13: Talking Chiefs going 3-0, previewing the Redskins Game

  In Episode 13 of the Chief in the North, I open up with a ton of discussion of yesterday's big win over the Chargers (who continue their tradition of playing the Chiefs tougher than they have any right to).  On offense,...

  
• 09.18.2017

  Episode 12: Chiefs/Eagles Review, Looking at the Ceiling

  In Episode 12 of the Chief in the North, I tackle the Chiefs/Eagles game after a quick re-watch looking at certain players.  There's a lot to talk about, with an overall theme of the Chiefs sending a message to the...

  
• 09.11.2017

  Episode 11: Reviewing the Patriots Game, Looking to the Eagles

  In Episode 11 of the Chief in the North, there's more to talk about than we have time to discuss after the Chiefs used a massive 4th quarter to beat the Patriots by multiple touchdowns in their house. I start off...

  
• 09.04.2017

  Episode 10: Giant Mailbag, Final Mahomes Thoughts

  In Episode 10 of the Chief in the North podcast, we have a special edition to celebrate, well, 10 episodes. Additionally, with the regular season now looming, it felt appropriate to answer as many mailbag questions as humanly possible in...

  
• 08.29.2017

  Episode 9: Reggie Ragland and Breaking Down Preseason Week 3

  In a jam-packed Episode 9 of the Chief in the North podcast, I start off with an examination of what traits Reggie Ragland has that may make him a good fit for what Bob Sutton wants in a SILB, and how...

  
• 08.21.2017

  Episode 8: Reviewing Preseason Game 2

  In Episode 9 of the Chief in the North, we look back to Saturday's game against the Bengals. After Re-watching the game several times, I give my opinion on multiple aspects of the offense and defense, including: -The Starting defensive line's...

  
• 08.14.2017

  Episode 7: Breaking Down Preseason Week 1

  In Episode 7 of the Chief of the North podcast, I discuss multuple aspects of the first preseason game against the 49ers. Having gone back and reviewed the game several times, I try to talk about as many position groups...

  
• 08.07.2017

  Episode 6: Could Patrick Mahomes Start in 2017?

  In Episode 6 of the "Chief in the North" podcast, it's time to finally dedicate an entire episode to discussing the Patrick Mahomes issue: could (not will) Patrock Mahomes start in 2017? I examine the common arguments made against Mahomes...

  
• 07.30.2017

  Episode 5: Taking on Regression Theories

  In Episode 5, I examine all the (many) theories as to why the Chiefs are doomed for a regression in 2017. This has become a very common theme among certain national outlets, opposing teams' fans, and even some Chiefs fans. Such...

  
• 07.24.2017

  Episode 4: Tamba's Tweets and Inside Linebacker Film Review

  In Episode 4, we spend a little time trying to decipher exactly what Tamba Hali's recent Twitter rampage was all about. We then go in-depth and talk about inside linebacker, specifically how Justin March, Ramik Wilson, Terrance Smith and D.J....

  
• 07.13.2017

  Episode 3: Brett Veach, Chris Conley, and Mahomes Starting

  In the 3rd epsiode of the MNchiefsfan Podcast we take a deep dive into the pros/cons of Brett Veach as the new Chiefs GM, how to properly review wide receiver film and what I look for in a receiver, Chris...

  
• 07.03.2017

  MNchiefsfan Podcast Episode 2: Let's talk about Offensive Line and Mitch Morse

  MNchiefsfan previews his upcoming Tamba Hali film review, spends time discussing the importance of offensive line and how it can be separated from team success, his obsession with Mitch Morse, and takes mailbag questions. 1:11- Some kind of gunshot or explosion...

  
• 06.28.2017

  The MNChiefsfan Podcast Pilot Episode

  In the pilot episode of the Arrowhead Pride podcast, we talk about who MNchiefsfan would like to see replace John Dorsey and answer some mailbag questions, including whether the Chiefs can talk playoffs in 2017, how the WR corps might...