41 is the Mic Chiefs Podcast
41 is the Mic Chiefs Podcast is a collaboration between KSHB 41 Sports Producer Nick Jacobs and Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com
Episodes
Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs discuss Travis Kelce returning to Kansas City, review the Chiefs’ first week of free agency, and look at the biggest remaining needs on the roster.
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Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down the Kansas City Chiefs trading Trent McDuffie and what the move means for Steve Spagnuolo’s defense moving forward.
The guys also discuss the Chiefs’ biggest roster needs heading into NFL free agency and identify players Kansas City could target to fill the gaps and stay in the Super Bowl hunt.
What direction will the Chiefs take next?
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Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down the start of the Kansas City Chiefs offseason following Andy Reid’s media availability this week. The guys discuss Reid’s comments on Travis Kelce’s future, Patrick Mahomes’ latest contract restructure, and the reaction surrounding Tyreek Hill.
Plus, with the NFL Combine approaching, Matt and Nick explain what Chiefs fans should watch for in Indianapolis and how the ev...
Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down the Kansas City Chiefs’ latest coaching developments on this episode of 41 is the Mic. The guys discuss the hiring of DeMarco Murray and what he brings to the staff, how Matt Nagy’s current coaching group differs from his previous time in Kansas City, and the latest surrounding Jeff Stoutland and what it could mean moving forward.
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Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down what the Kansas City Chiefs can learn from Super Bowl LX, dive into reports surrounding Travis Kelce’s potential return, and debate whether Kirk Cousins makes sense for Kansas City. Plus — could the Chiefs open the 2026 season against the Seattle Seahawks?
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Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs dive into Eric Bieniemy’s latest press conference and what it signals for the Chiefs moving forward. The guys also discuss key roster decisions and who Kansas City should look to re-sign. And Nick’s unexpected interaction with Bill Lawrence — the mind behind Scrubs, Ted Lasso and Shrinking.
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Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs react to the Kansas City Chiefs rehiring Eric Bieniemy, break down the team’s biggest needs on defense, and share their takeaways from the conference championship games.
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Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs react to Divisional Round weekend and dive into the Chiefs’ future. From Patrick Mahomes’ latest Zoom comments to a look at what the 2026 offense could become, they break down the biggest needs Kansas City must address to keep the dynasty rolling
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Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs recap the early games of Wild Card Weekend and break down the latest NFL coaching changes. The two discuss how league-wide moves could impact the Kansas City Chiefs, and what to watch for as the postseason unfolds.
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The Chiefs’ season comes to a close in Las Vegas. Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down the finale, what it revealed about the roster, and the major questions Kansas City must answer heading into the 2026 offseason
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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.
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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 for error now razor thin, they discuss what this means for the Chiefs' fading playoff push.
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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?
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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.
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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...
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.
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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 Bills.
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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’ defensive dominance to the pressing need for a defensive tackle — and why Josh Simmons’ absenc...
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 conversations with Harrison Butker and referee Craig Wrolstad, and the guys explore what moves the Chiefs c...
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 Lions.
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