Chiefs Explore Kansas, Missouri Stadium Options Ahead 2026 Decision

The Kansas City Chiefs are currently at a crossroads regarding the future of their home stadium, GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium, which has been their iconic home since 1972. Franchise leaders, including CEO Clark Hunt and president Mark Donovan, are considering either renovating Arrowhead, potentially adding a dome, or relocating the franchise across the state line to Kansas, where state-backed financing offers an attractive incentive. Quarterback Patrick Mahomes, while expressing a deep personal connection to Arrowhead and its rich history, has remained neutral on the decision, emphasizing that the choice is beyond his control and highlighting the strength of the Chiefs' fan base regardless of location. Kansas lawmakers recently extended STAR bonds legislation to facilitate the Chiefs' stadium project, granting the franchise until June 2026 to decide. The debate has stirred mixed feelings among fans and politicians, with Missouri lawmakers discontented about the possibility of losing the team to Kansas. Despite the uncertainty, Mahomes is optimistic about the Chiefs' future, confident that the fan base will continue to support the team whether the stadium stays in Missouri or moves to Kansas.