41 is the Mic Chiefs Podcast

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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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: Everything the Chiefs need to do to stay in the fight — laid out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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’ absence stood out. Listen now to 41 is the Mic — your go-to Chiefs breakdown every week! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 could make before the trade deadline. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Watch this full Chiefs vs Jaguars recap from 41 is the Mic for in-depth Chiefs analysis, game breakdowns, and what’s next for Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, Chris Jones and Harrison Butker. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs break down the Chiefs’ statement victory. They dive into Xavier Worthy’s explosive impact, why Steve Spagnuolo has become the coordinator every offense fears, how the offensive line is taking big strides, and what tweaks could take this Kansas City offense back to its 2018 glory. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Defense shines, offense grinds it out. Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs react to the Chiefs’ 22-9 win over the Giants — including play-calling decisions, hidden heroes, and what this game means moving forward. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Derrick and Nick Jacobs dive into the Chiefs’ uncharted 0-2 start. They break down what’s clicking on defense, what’s stalling on offense, the real concerns vs. overreactions, and how Kansas City can climb out of this early-season hole. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.