The Kansas City Chiefs have been enjoying the offseason, but now, training camp has kicked in, and the vacation is over. There are under two months left to go until the Kansas City Chiefs’ regular 2025-26 season kicks in, and it’s that final stretch until everyone going through football withdraws can finally get their fix.
While things are picking up for the Chiefs and every other team in the NFL, it’s still kind of a boring time for those who simply like watching football. The pre-season is still weeks away, and even that doesn’t bring the excitement of watching regular season games. So, what’s a football lover to watch while they’re waiting for the NFL to kick off?
Well, the Kansas City Chiefs and Patrick Mahomes have made a major announcement that should tie over Chiefs fans while they wait for the season to kick in. So, get the popcorn ready.
‘The Kingdom’ is Here
On Monday, July 21, ESPN, Disney+, and Skydance Sports released the official trailer for “The Kingdom” and announced that the upcoming ESPN original series will debut on Aug. 14 on ESPN, ESPN+, and Disney+. Episodes one and two will air on ESPN beginning at 9 p.m. Eastern time.
The Kansas City Chiefs and Patrick Mahomes took to Instagram to announce the news, with a post that tagged the Chiefs, Mahomes, ESPN, Skydance and Disney+.
“In 2024, the two-time defending champion Kansas City Chiefs aimed to make history by becoming the first NFL team to win three straight Super Bowls,” the post states. “The Kingdom – a new six-part ESPN original series – chronicles the Chiefs’ dramatic pursuit of a three-peat, the legacy of the franchise, and the unforgettable characters who built its modern-day football dynasty.”
Commenters were quick to sing the praises of Kansas City and Mahomes after the announcement came out. One stated, “Mahomes has more Super Bowl rings than the entire Eagles franchise. Chiefs forever.” Another said, “Still the best team in the league” with a pumped arm emoji. “Kingdom stand up let’s go Chiefs.” One Eagles fan couldn’t help but chime in, “As an Eagles fan, I look forward to the last episode.”
Why the Show is Historic for the Kansas City Chiefs
Kansas City Chiefs chairman and CEO Clark Hunt is pumped for the show and shared some special words about it ahead of the premiere. He says this program will give an historic look into the franchise.
“This series is a tribute to everyone who has helped shape the Kansas City Chiefs over the past six decades — from my father’s vision to the players and coaches who pursue greatness each season,” he said in a statement. “We were proud to open our doors to share the full scope of what Chiefs Kingdom means, on the field and beyond.”
He added that he hopes Chiefs enthusiasts “walk away with an even deeper appreciation for the people, the passion, and the purpose that drive our organization.”
So, Chiefs Kingdom has something to watch before the NFL season starts. So, get ready to learn more about the history of this winning franchise.
