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30 Legendary Kansas City Chiefs Trivia and Answers

Reviewed by Stefanie, Author·Updated Mar 2025·4 min read
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  1. 1What was the original name of the Kansas City Chiefs franchise?

  2. 2Who was the founder of the Kansas City Chiefs?

  3. 3Which Chiefs player holds the franchise record for most sacks in a single game?

  4. 4Who was the first Kansas City Chiefs player inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame?

  5. 5In which year did the Kansas City Chiefs win their first Super Bowl, and who was the head coach?

  6. 6Which Chiefs player was known as the "Human Joystick" for his exceptional return skills?

  7. 7What is the name of the Kansas City Chiefs' home stadium?

  8. 8Who was the Chiefs' starting quarterback during their Super Bowl LIV victory in 2020?

  9. 9Which Chiefs linebacker tragically lost his life while attempting to save children from drowning in 1983?

  10. 10Who holds the Chiefs' franchise record for most career rushing yards?

  11. 11Who was the first head coach of the Kansas City Chiefs?

  12. 12Which Chiefs player was the first to be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame?

  13. 13Which Chiefs player holds the record for the most career touchdowns?

  14. 14Who was the Chiefs' quarterback during their Super Bowl IV victory?

  15. 15Which Chiefs player won the Super Bowl LIV MVP award in 2020?

  16. 16Who holds the record for the most passing yards in a single season for the Chiefs?

  17. 17Which Chiefs player has the most interceptions in franchise history?

  18. 18Who is the all-time leading scorer for the Kansas City Chiefs?

  19. 19Which Chiefs player was the first to have his jersey number retired by the team?

  20. 20Who is the all-time leader in career passing touchdowns for the Kansas City Chiefs?

  21. 21Which Chiefs player won the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year award in 2020?

  22. 22Who was the first Chiefs player to be named to the Pro Bowl?

  23. 23Which Chiefs player holds the record for the most career rushing touchdowns?

  24. 24Who is the all-time leader in career receptions for the Kansas City Chiefs?

  25. 25Which Chiefs player won the NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year award in 1960?

  26. 26Who was the first Chiefs player to be inducted into the Chiefs Hall of Fame?

  27. 27Which Chiefs player holds the record for the longest punt return in team history?

  28. 28Who is the all-time leader in career field goals made for the Kansas City Chiefs?

  29. 29Which Chiefs player won the NFL Comeback Player of the Year award in 2015?

Answer Key

  1. 1. Dallas TexansThe team was founded as the Dallas Texans in 1960 before relocating to Kansas City in 1963.
  2. 2. Lamar HuntLamar Hunt established the franchise and was instrumental in founding the American Football League (AFL).
  3. 3. Derrick ThomasDerrick Thomas set an NFL record with 7 sacks in a single game against the Seattle Seahawks in 1990.
  4. 4. Len DawsonQuarterback Len Dawson was the first Chiefs player inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1987.
  5. 5. 1970; Hank StramThe Chiefs won Super Bowl IV in 1970 under head coach Hank Stram.
  6. 6. Dante HallDante Hall earned the nickname "Human Joystick" due to his agility and success as a return specialist.
  7. 7. Arrowhead StadiumThe Chiefs have played their home games at Arrowhead Stadium since 1972.
  8. 8. Patrick MahomesPatrick Mahomes led the Chiefs to a 31-20 victory over the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl LIV.
  9. 9. Joe DelaneyRunning back Joe Delaney died heroically while trying to rescue three children from drowning on June 29, 1983.
  10. 10. Jamaal CharlesJamaal Charles is the Chiefs' all-time leading rusher with 7,260 yards.
  11. 11. Hank StramHank Stram served as the head coach from the team's inception in 1960 (as the Dallas Texans) until 1974.
  12. 12. K.C. WolfK.C. Wolf has been the team's mascot since 1989.
  13. 13. Priest HolmesPriest Holmes scored 83 touchdowns during his tenure with the Chiefs.
  14. 14. Len DawsonLen Dawson led the Chiefs to a 23-7 victory over the Minnesota Vikings in Super Bowl IV.
  15. 15. Patrick MahomesPatrick Mahomes was named MVP after leading the Chiefs to a 31-20 victory over the San Francisco 49ers.
  16. 16. Patrick MahomesIn 2018, Mahomes threw for 5,097 yards.
  17. 17. Emmitt ThomasEmmitt Thomas recorded 58 interceptions during his career with the Chiefs.
  18. 18. Nick LoweryNick Lowery scored 1,466 points as the Chiefs' placekicker.
  19. 19. Len DawsonLen Dawson's number 16 was retired by the Chiefs.
  20. 20. Len DawsonLen Dawson threw 237 touchdown passes during his career with the Chiefs.
  21. 21. Travis KelceTravis Kelce was recognized for his excellence on and off the field in 2020.
  22. 22. Abner HaynesAbner Haynes was selected to the Pro Bowl in 1960.
  23. 23. Priest HolmesPriest Holmes scored 76 rushing touchdowns with the Chiefs.
  24. 24. Tony GonzalezTony Gonzalez recorded 916 receptions during his time with the Chiefs.
  25. 25. Abner HaynesAbner Haynes was honored as the AFL Rookie of the Year in 1960.
  26. 26. Mack Lee HillMack Lee Hill was posthumously inducted in 1966.
  27. 27. Dante HallDante Hall returned a punt for 93 yards in 2003.
  28. 28. Nick LoweryNick Lowery made 329 field goals during his career with the Chiefs.
  29. 29. Eric BerryEric Berry earned the award after returning from Hodgkin's lymphoma.

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