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Once a second-round pick of the Kansas City Chiefs in 1991, Joe Valerio hops on the mic to provide insider insight for Chiefs Kingdom. The former Chiefs center spent four years in Kansas City, even snapping to NFL legend Joe Montana. Valerio is joined by Chiefs reporter Jeff Fedoitin to provide you with expert analysis on Patrick Mahomes II, Chris Jones Travis Kelce, and the rest of the team.

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Once a second-round pick of the Kansas City Chiefs in 1991, Joe Valerio hops on the mic to provide insider insight for Chiefs Kingdom. The former Chiefs center spent four years in Kansas City, even snapping to NFL legend Joe Montana. Valerio is joined by Chiefs reporter Jeff Fedoitin to provide you with expert analysis on Patrick Mahomes II, Chris Jones Travis Kelce, and the rest of the team.

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Chiefs at Jaguars Preview

10/1/2025
Former Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman Joe Valerio and Forbes.com writer Jeff Fedotin preview Monday night's game between the Chiefs and Jacksonville Jaguars. They discuss matchups to watch and offer their predictions for this primetime game. The guys explain why the turnover ratio and stopping RB Travis Etienne will be keys for the Chiefs. The Florida heat also could present a challenge when facing this feisty, 3-1 Jaguars team. Agree or disagree with our thoughts? Let us know on X: @joevalerio73 and @JFedotin. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Duration:00:21:59

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Rapid Reaction: Chiefs Rout Ravens

9/29/2025
Former Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman Joe Valerio and Forbes.com writer Jeff Fedotin give their quick reaction to the Chiefs' dominant Week Four victory against the Baltimore Ravens. Though the Ravens are decimated by injuries, the Chiefs showed they have another gear now that Xavier Worthy has returned from injury, and Steve Spagnuolo had a great defensive gameplan. Agree or disagree with our thoughts? Let us know on X: @joevalerio73 and @JFedotin. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Duration:00:13:45

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Ravens at Chiefs Preview

9/24/2025
Former Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman Joe Valerio and Forbes.com writer Jeff Fedotin preview Sunday's game between the Chiefs and Baltimore Ravens. They discuss matchups to watch and offer their predictions in a critical game, which will leave the loser at 1-3. The guys say why the pass rush on both sides will be crucial in this game between two perennial AFC powers. Joe also thinks we could see Jaylon Moore taking over for Jawaan Taylor sooner rather than later. Agree or disagree with our thoughts? Let us know on X: @joevalerio73 and @JFedotin. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Duration:00:30:14

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Rapid Reaction: Chiefs Defeat Giants on SNF

9/22/2025
Former Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman Joe Valerio and Forbes.com writer Jeff Fedotin give their quick reaction to the Chiefs' Week Three victory against the New York Giants on Sunday Night Football. It was an ugly win -- but a win nonetheless. Joe described how the Chiefs defense stifled the Giants with their split-safety look, and Jeff praises Patrick Mahomes' heady plays. Agree or disagree with our thoughts? Let us know on X: @joevalerio73 and @JFedotin. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Duration:00:15:34

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Chiefs at Giants Preview

9/17/2025
Former Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman Joe Valerio and Forbes.com writer Jeff Fedotin preview Sunday night's game between the Chiefs and New York Giants. They discuss matchups to watch and offer their predictions in what they think will be a more tightly-contested game than many expect. Joe, though, says that the Chiefs can exploit the Giants' center and expects the Chiefs offense to use Kareem Hunt more. Jeff also shares his experience at 1587 Prime, Patrick Mahomes' and Travis Kelce's new steakhouse. Agree or disagree with our thoughts? Let us know on X: @joevalerio73 and @JFedotin. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Duration:00:26:03

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Rapid Reaction: Chiefs Lose to Eagles in Super Bowl Rematch

9/15/2025
Former Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman Joe Valerio and Forbes.com writer Jeff Fedotin give their quick reaction to the Chiefs' Week Two loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in a disappointing Super Bowl rematch. Although Joe praises the Chiefs' defensive gameplan in containing QB Jalen Hurts, he has major concerns about the Chiefs' offense, and Jeff worries the Chiefs are overusing Patrick Mahomes as a runner. Agree or disagree with our thoughts? Let us know on X: @joevalerio73 and @JFedotin. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Duration:00:13:18

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Eagles at Chiefs Preview

9/10/2025
Former Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman Joe Valerio and Forbes.com writer Jeff Fedotin preview Sunday's Super Bowl rematch between the Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles. They discuss matchups to watch and offer their predictions for this momentous game. Joe says whether the Chiefs can contain Eagles QB Jalen Hurts by spying him or mush rushing could loom large. Jeff, who will be at the game and at Patrick Mahomes' and Travis Kelce's new restaurant, discusses what his busy reporting weekend will look like. Agree or disagree with our thoughts? Let us know on X: @joevalerio73 and @JFedotin.

Duration:00:26:56

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Rapid Reaction: Chiefs Lose to Chargers in Brazil

9/6/2025
Former Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman Joe Valerio and Forbes.com writer Jeff Fedotin give their quick reaction to the Chiefs' Week One loss to the Chargers in Brazil. Joe analyzes how the offensive line played, and Jeff describes the eerie similarity between Xavier Worthy's injury this year and Rashee Rice's last year. They also discuss the poor play of the Chiefs' pass defense. Agree or disagree with our thoughts? Let us know on X: @joevalerio73 and @JFedotin.

Duration:00:11:35

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Chiefs-Chargers in Brazil Preview

9/3/2025
Former Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman Joe Valerio and Forbes.com writer Jeff Fedotin preview Friday's game between the Chiefs and Chargers in Brazil. They discuss matchups to watch and offer their predictions. Jeff shares what he learned from talking to former Chiefs kicker Cairo Santos, who is the only Brazilian in the NFL, and the general manager of the NFL's Brazil's office, and Joe shares his experience of traveling overseas while with the Chiefs. Agree or disagree with our thoughts? Let us know on X: @joevalerio73 and @JFedotin.

Duration:00:22:16

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Final Roster, Kelce Engagement, Rashee Rice and More

8/27/2025
Former Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman Joe Valerio and Forbes.com writer Jeff Fedotin dive into a busy Chiefs news cycle. They give their thoughts on the Chiefs' final roster and cuts and how the Rashee Rice suspension impacts it. Jeff reveals his awkward interaction with Travis Kelce's management team during the announcement of his proposal to Taylor Swift. The guys also give their predictions for the NFL season. Agree or disagree with our thoughts? Let us know on X: @joevalerio73 and @JFedotin.

Duration:00:32:00

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Wrapping Up the 2025 Preseason

8/20/2025
Former Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman Joe Valerio and Forbes.com writer Jeff Fedotin discuss the latest news from the final week of the preseason. Joe says not to worry about last week's dismal showing against the Seattle Seahawks and shares his thoughts on the revamped offensive line. They also preview Friday's home game against the Chicago Bears. Agree or disagree with our thoughts? Let us know on X: @joevalerio73 and @JFedotin.

Duration:00:25:35

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Training Camp Concludes

8/13/2025
Former Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman Joe Valerio and Forbes.com writer Jeff Fedotin discuss the latest news from the final week of training camp. Jeff shares his notes and nuggets after attending Monday's training camp practice. They also preview the Chiefs' second preseason game, which is a late Friday night contest at the Seattle Seahawks. Agree or disagree with our thoughts? Let us know on X: @joevalerio73 and @JFedotin.

Duration:00:35:47

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Chiefs-Cardinals Preseason Preview

8/6/2025
Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman Joe Valerio and Forbes.com writer Jeff Fedotin discuss the latest news from training camp and preview the first preseason game. They break down players to watch in that Saturday contest vs. the Arizona Cardinals. Agree or disagree with our thoughts? Let us know on X: @joevalerio73 and @JFedotin.

Duration:00:24:26

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Rapid Reaction: Training Camp

8/1/2025
Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman Joe Valerio and Forbes.com writer Jeff Fedotin break down the latest news from training camp, including how the revamped O-line is looking. Jeff also shares his sleeper to watch during camp, and they make predictions about the season ahead. They also share the latest news from training camp, which just commenced. Agree or disagree with our thoughts? Let us know on X: @joevalerio73 and @JFedotin.

Duration:00:14:10

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Tim Grunhard Returns

7/30/2025
Kansas City Chiefs Hall of Famer Tim Grunhard joins former Chiefs offensive lineman Joe Valerio and Forbes.com writer Jeff Fedotin to analyze how the current offensive line looks and swap training camp stories from the Marty Schottenheimer days. Agree or disagree with our thoughts? Let us know on X: @joevalerio73 and @JFedotin.

Duration:00:27:12

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Re-Signing George Karlaftis and Trey Smith

7/21/2025
Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman Joe Valerio and Forbes.com writer Jeff Fedotin discuss the implications of the recent contract extensions for DE George Karlaftis and OL Trey Smith. They also share the latest news from training camp, which just commenced. Agree or disagree with our thoughts? Let us know on X: @joevalerio73 and @JFedotin.

Duration:00:22:50

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The Week Before Training Camp

7/16/2025
Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman Joe Valerio and Forbes.com writer Jeff Fedotin discuss the final week of calm before the storm of training camp. Joe shares what that felt like as a player and also what positional battles will be the most contested ones at next week's Chiefs camp. Agree or disagree with our thoughts? Let us know on X: @joevalerio73 and @JFedotin.

Duration:00:27:34

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Patrick Mahomes' Dad Bod

7/10/2025
Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman Joe Valerio and Forbes.com writer Jeff Fedotin discuss the shirtless pictures of Patrick Mahomes from July 4 and the controversy around his dad bod. Does it matter if he has extra padding? Jeff also shares his reporting on Mahomes' latest Coors commercial and how the campaign was conceived. Agree or disagree with our thoughts? Let us know on X: @joevalerio73 and @JFedotin.

Duration:00:21:09

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Josh Simmons and New Stadium Updates

7/2/2025
Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman Joe Valerio and Forbes.com writer Jeff Fedotin share the latest on Chiefs rookie Josh Simmons' recovery, following Jeff's interview with a noteworthy orthopedic surgeon about the first-round pick's patella-tendon injury. They also discuss whether the Chiefs' new stadium could end up in Kansas. Agree or disagree with our thoughts? Let us know on X: @joevalerio73 and @JFedotin.

Duration:00:20:45

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Vahe Gregorian on Andy Reid

6/26/2025
Vahe Gregorian, the sports columnist at The Kansas City Star, joins Forbes.com writer Jeff Fedotin. Gregorian, who has known Andy Reid longer than just about any other journalist, shares his insight into the Kansas City Chiefs head coach. He also reveals the latest developments regarding the future of GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Agree or disagree with our thoughts? Let us know on X: @joevalerio73 and @JFedotin.

Duration:00:20:45