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2 suspects in Kansas City parade shooting charged with murder, prosecutors announce

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Two men have been charged with murder in the deadly shooting at last week’s Kansas City Chiefs parade, prosecutors announced Tuesday. The prosecution of the two men comes after two juvenile suspects were separately charged last week in connection with the shooting that killed a woman and wounded 22 other people near Union Station shortly after the rally celebrating the Chiefs’ Super Bowl victory.

Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker told reporters that one of the suspects, Lyndell Mays, had an argument with another person at the rally and the argument escalated and Mays allegedly drew a handgun.

Others pulled out their guns, including the other suspect charged, Dominic Miller, Baker said. The prosecutor said evidence indicated Miller’s gun was the one that allegedly killed the fatal victim, identified as Lisa Lopez-Galvan, a 43-year-old mother of two and a local radio DJ.

Miller was seen in surveillance video watching the argument from several feet away, according to court documents. He then pulled out a gun, chased after one of the people in the argument and appeared to start shooting, police said in a probable cause statement.

Lopez-Galvan was in a crowd of people in the direction where Miller was allegedly firing, according to the statement. Miller was shot in the chaos, and he appeared to trip over a cone while he was shooting and then fled the scene, according to the statement.

Fans leave the area of the Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl celebration after shots were fired on Feb. 14, 2024, in Kansas City, Missouri.

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Miller told investigators at a hospital that a man was shooting at him and he returned fire, according to the statement. He estimated that he fired four or five shots from his 9 mm handgun but he wasn’t certain if he hit the man he was firing at, according to the statement.

Both Mays and Miller have been charged with second-degree murder and other charges and are being held on a $1 million bond. Mays was charged Saturday morning and the charges were sealed because the investigation was “so active and ongoing,” Baker said.

The charges against Mays were unsealed Tuesday afternoon, and Miller was charged Monday night, Baker said. The investigation into the shooting remained ongoing, the prosecutor said.

“We seek to hold every shooter accountable for their actions on that day — every single one,” Baker said. “So while we’re not there yet on every single individual, we’re going to get there.”

Last week, authorities charged two juvenile suspects with gun-related and resisting-arrest offenses in the shooting. Their cases are being handled by a different office, Baker said.

It wasn’t clear what sparked the argument that led to the shooting, Baker said.

“You can obviously see that there is, you know, some kind of verbal argument occurring and it just turns deadly,” Baker said.

Defendants aged 17 and under in Missouri are typically adjudicated through the juvenile system, which is far more private than the system for adults, according to The Associated Press. Names of the accused are not released, nor are police documents such as probable cause statements.

Lopez-Galvan’s family expressed gratitude for the suspects being charged.

“Though it does not bring back our beloved Lisa, it is comforting to know that the Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office and the KCPD made it a top priority to seek justice for Lisa, the other shooting victims, those who had to witness this tragedy unfold and the Kansas City community,” the family said in a statement.

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February 20, 2024
NFL free-agent rankings: Brian Burns, Saquon Barkley, Kirk Cousins lead the top 150

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NFL free agency is fast approaching, offering the first window for teams to improve this offseason, provided they sign the right players.

These are my rankings and scouting reports of the top 150 free agents available, shaped by a ton of film work and perspective from many years leading NFL personnel departments. This might not be exactly how you see it, but that’s why Baskin-Robbins has 31 flavors.

A few notes:

• While these rankings factor in age (as of Sept. 5, the scheduled date of the 2024 season opener) and known injury history, they do not consider medical or character information, as teams know much more about those subjects behind closed doors.

• At each position, I’ve included some stats I find valuable. At some positions, I’ve estimated play speed from what I can see on tape (not timed 40-yard-dash speed — there is a difference). At times, I’ve used play speed as a differentiator.

• If I were with an NFL team, this would be only one part of a multilevel process to establish consensus within the building. That consensus is missing from any rankings you’ll see, here or elsewhere. You can read more about my criteria and how an NFL GM approaches free agency here.

With that, let’s dive in.

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Age: 26 Height: 6-5 Weight: 250

Burns fits all the criteria teams look for in free agency: age, athletic ability and all-around game. His production was limited somewhat by the Panthers’ scheme, but his suddenness and pass rush package should translate to higher-volume production. Offenses must have a plan to deal with his ability each week. Carolina turned down multiple first-round picks for Burns in 2022, so the franchise tag seems likely. — Randy Mueller

Age: 29 Height: 6-5 Weight: 263

Hunter has been used from various alignments and is effective rushing the passer from all of them. He has upfield burst and countermoves to keep blockers guessing. He also understands how to set the edge with length and get off of blocks against the run. His skill set is hard to find, and despite entering his 10th season, he doesn’t turn 30 until October. — Mueller

Age: 26 Height: 6-3 Weight: 305

Madubuike is a really good player who projects to a Pro Bowl level in any scheme. He shocks blockers on impact with heavy hands and explosive strength but can also beat you with quickness and agility. He blends all criteria better than any defensive tackle on this list. The Ravens often let players walk for compensatory picks, but Madubuike is a different caliber of player. The franchise tag or an extension seems likely. — Mueller

Age: 30 Height: 6-6 Weight: 310

Jones is no less impactful than Madubuike, and he has a knack for making big plays. His power and quickness are rare when he is engaged with desire. Stamina is always a bit of a question, but he is unblockable when he’s playing hard. I expect the Chiefs to value him more than other teams because of how perfectly he fits their defense. — Mueller

Age: 27 Height: 6-0 Weight: 232

Barkley’s natural instincts and vision to create beyond the play’s design make him special. He finishes like a 232-pound back should, with power and lean, but has the rare trait to make defenders miss as well. He’s also detailed and controlled as a route runner, which makes him the best three-down back available, even with durability concerns (25 games missed in six seasons, three in 2023). More than just a running back, he is a weapon. Other teams might value him more than the Giants do. — Mueller

Age: 27 Height: 6-5 Weight: 255

Allen put up outstanding production in 2023, but he was not quite as consistent on film. He’s a good player with elite skills, but at times, he was not as sudden as a rusher or in pursuit as he has been in the past. He picked his spots some. That said, he will still be in high demand (if the Jaguars don’t tag him). There is still upside here, which is scary. — Mueller

Age: 36 Height: 6-3 Weight: 205

Cousins is fundamental in every aspect of his game but at times can be mechanical and robotic. He is pretty efficient and has good intangibles. A tough leader who will stand in the pocket and can deliver most NFL throws, he has taken his skill set to a higher level with his mind and is still capable of being a mid-tier starting QB in the league, even coming off a significant injury. Will the Vikings be able to keep him as other suitors come calling? — Mueller

Age: 25 Height: 6-0 Weight: 196

Johnson will hit the market (if the Bears don’t tag or re-sign him before free agency) at the most opportune time. His combination of age, cover skills and adaptability to scheme will make him highly sought after. He can play both press and off coverage, and he reacts well to throws using his length, timing and ball skills. In a thin, aging cornerback class — only two made my top 65, and only four of the 13 in my top 150 are under age 28 — Johnson is the best and the youngest. — Mueller

Age: 31 Height: 6-4 Weight: 275

Smith surprised me as an addition to the top group of edge defenders. He showed top-level acceleration and burst as an outside, upfield rusher or while running tricks and games. He slips blocks, uses his hands and is really hard to block against the run as well. His motor will help his team’s defensive culture, and he’s stayed largely healthy since having back surgery in 2021. — Mueller

Age: 28 Height: 6-4 Weight: 310

Wilkins is an incredibly versatile defensive tackle, given where he aligns and his ability to blend quickness with power. He can play in any scheme. He’s strong at the point of attack but also has athletic ability and range. He’s a really good player, and his value keeps climbing after a career season. Will the Dolphins be able to keep him? — Mueller

Age: 27 Height: 6-3 Weight: 263

Greenard is extremely quick off the ball and when closing in pursuit. He has natural bend to squeeze the pocket and turn the corner as a rusher, and he’s capable of wrecking games. His size makes him a legit outside linebacker in base defenses. He should be coveted if he hits the market, even if durability (19 games missed in four seasons) is a slight question mark. — Mueller

Age: 26 Height: 5-10 Weight: 223

Jacobs, who missed four games in 2023, has many of the same traits as Barkley, including power, good pad level and the ability to get more yards than the play is designed for. As a route runner, he is slightly less detailed than Barkley with his technique and slightly less nimble with his body control. But he carries the ball with a sense of anger and physicality that few have, and that is worth paying a premium for. — Mueller

Age: 27 Height: 6-1 Weight: 192

Sneed is an aggressive player who has great agility to go with his quick reactions when he trusts his skills. When he doesn’t trust his technique, penalties have been a problem. He is very tough and physical for his position, showing the willingness to mix it up against both the run and pass. His strength might be in the way he plays the ball at the moment of truth. The Chiefs, who also have DT Chris Jones hitting free agency, let Charvarius Ward walk in 2022. What will they do with Sneed? — Mueller

Age: 25 Height: 6-0 Weight: 201

McKinney plays like a traditional free safety. He transitions without any hiccups and shows sudden burst to close once redirected. He has great range and the ball skills to make plays when he gets there. His speed helps him catch up with almost anyone. Youth, athletic ability and instincts are all on his side. He’s my favorite among the available safeties. Will the Giants consider the franchise tag (projected at $16.3 million)? — Mueller

Age: 26 Height: 6-4 Weight: 315

Cushenberry has the combination of strength and agility that everyone looks for in a center. He has now added a body of work to his resume and has shown improvement each season. He consistently sustains contact with controlling upper-body strength and active feet upon impact. He’s a really good player, and he appears likely to hit the market given how much Denver has invested elsewhere up front. — Mueller

Age: 26 Height: 5-9 Weight: 203

A first-team All-Pro, Winfield was the most productive DB in this class on paper. He is great in the box and has both a nose for the ball and the instincts to anticipate against the run and the pass. He is also a good blitzer. His versatility is outstanding — he can play the nickel spot, too — and he’s always around the ball. He should get top money for the position, if the Bucs let him reach the market. — Mueller

Age: 27 Height: 6-4 Weight: 321

Dotson, who played on the right side in L.A., has very good feet and agility but is equally dependent on his explosive power and strength. He consistently turns defenders at the point of attack in the run game, and his punch is very effective at displacing pass rushers. He is one of the few free agents in this class who can knock people back on impact to create space. The Rams say they’d like to keep him, but he’s a really good player who should have a substantial market despite some injury history (11 games missed since 2021, three in 2023). — Mueller

Age: 26 Height: 6-3 Weight: 255

Huff is a role player, as a pass rush specialist, but he has been very productive. He gets off the ball and under blocks as a pass rusher with incredible upfield burst. His pressure rate is the best in this free-agent class. His play against the run is a work in progress and will have to improve for him to become a full-time player. The Jets — who have already spent significant money and draft capital on the D-line — might struggle to afford him. — Mueller

Age: 27 Height: 6-4 Weight: 307

Runyan plays with excellent initial quickness, and his reactions and instincts are really good. He combo-blocks to linebackers effectively and plays with timing and very good awareness. It helps that he can also play with bend and a solid punch. He’s developing into one of the better guards in the NFC. The Packers have already paid left guard Elgton Jenkins, so Runyan will likely hit the market. — Mueller

Age: 29 Height: 6-1 Weight: 215

Mayfield fit in well in Tampa with his intangibles and leadership. His skill set and talent are enough to win games in the NFL, but he is not dynamic and won’t wow you with any one characteristic. He’s a very functional NFL starter, though. He should get a substantial raise from the $4 million he signed for in 2023. — Mueller

Age: 36 Height: 6-3 Weight: 295

Reports have said Kelce is retiring, but he has yet to address his future publicly. Even at age 36, he puts on a clinic in technique and how to play the center position. His footwork is a masterclass, and every step is intentional. He’s never hurt, not missing a game since 2014. If he elects to continue playing, some team (most likely the Eagles, the only team Kelce has played for) will get a front-line center. — Mueller

Age: 31 Height: 6-3 Weight: 240

Floyd is the second 30-something to crack this list as an edge player. He has a complete game, a nose for the football and plays hard consistently, even with eight seasons under his belt. That effort would be good for a team’s culture, but that might not be on the Bills, as Floyd has said he will “go where the money goes” in free agency. — Mueller

Age: 29 Height: 6-1 Weight: 190

Ridley represents the best combination of size, speed and hands in this group of receivers. He really comes off the ball quickly, eats up defenders’ cushions and gets in and out of breaks very quickly. His suddenness jumps out compared to other receivers, and he runs a complete route tree with the body control to win versus zone and man. He will frustrate you with occasional drops, but it’s more about lacking focus than hands. The Jaguars owe the Falcons a 2024 third-round pick from the 2022 trade for Ridley, but if they sign him to a new deal, they would instead owe a second-rounder. — Mueller

Age: 30 Height: 6-5 Weight: 300

Williams’ frame is rare, and he fits best as a five-technique in a three-man line, which is really hard to find. His length and hand usage are two of his biggest attributes. He’s not a skilled, high-level pass rusher but is very effective versus both the run and pass. His style and substance mirror Wilkins, but he’s been a shade less productive and is two years older. — Mueller

Age: 32 Height: 6-4 Weight: 320

Forget the numbers. Injuries derailed Jones’ season, but he can wreck the line of scrimmage when healthy. He provides really good push and gets penetration versus the run, and he’s a slippery interior pass rusher, too. He has a nose for the ball and gets off blocks. He lacks the length and range of the guys above him but fits best at nose and three-technique. The Bills, who face major cap constraints, have already paid Ed Oliver and have three free-agent DTs, suggesting Jones should hit the market. — Mueller

Age: 29 Height: 6-4 Weight: 330

Eluemunor has played right tackle in Las Vegas but might even be seen as a left tackle by some teams. He is a natural athlete with the feet and smooth agility to stay square on his targets, especially in pass protection. His ability to recover and play with consistent balance gives him a giant step up on the competition in this free-agent tackle pool. He makes it look easy at times. — Mueller

Age: 25 Height: 6-0 Weight: 230

The Ravens declined Queen’s fifth-year option after they paid Roquan Smith, but considering Queen’s age, instincts and playmaking production, he is the best option at this position. He can run, blitz and play the run or pass equally well. He can be impulsive at times, but he flies around and makes plays. — Mueller

Age: 27 Height: 6-3 Weight: 330

Simpson plays with the strength and physicality of an old-school guard. He can control with his upper body and strong hands but can also pull, lead and adjust. He needs to become more consistent, but he moves defenders in both the run and pass game. He’s trending to be a really good player, and the Ravens tend to let players sign elsewhere (and collect compensatory picks). Right guard Kevin Zeitler is also a free agent. — Mueller

Age: 26 Height: 5-11 Weight: 173

Mooney’s high ranking is more about potential than his body of work. He can really run and shows the explosive ability to separate from coverage at every level. His ability to stretch the field can force opponents to defend the offense differently. His numbers will increase in a different scheme if the ball is delivered on time. Mooney does lack size, so he can be affected by incidental contact. Contested catches are the only small question I have. — Mueller

Age: 29 Height: 6-5 Weight: 258

Henry is a versatile, do-everything option who catches the ball well in traffic and when covered. He can get open with his athletic skills, his instincts or both. His numbers were down in 2023, mostly because of the scheme and the lack of talent around him. He’s also an adequate blocker who can sustain to make all blocks needed in the run game. He’s seeking his third NFL contract after playing out his three-year, $37.5 million deal in New England. — Mueller

Age: 27 Height: 6-3 Weight: 235

Luvu is a really good player despite being on his NFL second team. He is very instinctive and blends explosive pop with speed and athletic ability. He’s often all over the field, running and hitting everything — and ball carriers go down when he hits them. He’s also a really good blitzer with some natural pass rushing skill, and he’s hitting the market with his stock at its peak. — Mueller

Age: 26 Height: 6-4 Weight: 223

Pittman is a first-down machine. His size and elite catch radius make him one of the top contested-catch receivers in the game. His physicality as a runner after catch (528 YAC, most among free-agent wideouts) makes him a weapon with the ball, too. He might not possess deep speed, but he has competitive speed to take short throws and turn them into much more than the play design intended. I would not be surprised if Pittman gets tagged because of his production and how he offers the Colts’ QBs security. His size means he’s open consistently, even when covered. — Mueller

Age: 33 Height: 6-5 Weight: 320

Smith is still a high-level performer at the toughest position on the line. He just has not been able to stay healthy. He played in 13 games in 2023, but that equaled his highest mark since 2015, and he missed 33 of 50 games from 2020 to 2022. When on the field, he is strong, displaces defenders with an explosive punch and understands how to cut off angles. His lateral range has suffered some due to the injuries, but his physical presence sends a message to the opposition. — Mueller

Age: 25 Height: 6-4 Weight: 219

Higgins missed five games this year, so his numbers were down, but he also appeared less explosive. I was surprised at how little juice I saw on tape. He’s not an elite athlete for the position, but I think he is better than his health allowed, as this season was not the best reflection of his skill set. He is a big target who is most effective on slants and using his body to screen off defenders. He can deceptively eat up cushion with his long stride, and his length and catch radius allow him to make contested catches. He might be more valuable to the Bengals than to the rest of the league, and I wouldn’t be surprised if they tagged him. — Mueller

Age: 34 Height: 6-5 Weight: 285

Autry was a surprise entry to this list for me. He has the length to fit at five-technique and is both strong at the point of attack and athletic enough to chase plays down in space. He plays like a younger man at a position where quality options don’t become available often. — Mueller

Age: 28 Height: 6-3 Weight: 309

Jones has really good quickness and lateral range for the position, and his instincts and nose for the ball make him very productive, as he anticipates blocks well. His get-off and ability to get up and down the line of scrimmage are his biggest strengths. He raised his stock considerably with a career-best season in 2023. — Mueller

Age: 25 Height: 6-5 Weight: 264

Young played well in the Super Bowl, but he ranked No. 24 of 43 qualifying edge rushers in Pro Football Focus’ pass rush productivity over his time with the 49ers and had pursuit issues in the NFC Championship Game against the Lions. Any concerns about effort seemed rectified against the Chiefs, and Young’s explosive performance should grab the NFL’s attention. Whether he returns will be a matter of price. — David Lombardi

Age: 31 Height: 6-5 Weight: 231

Evans had a season best described as up and down. He played angry at times and often seemed frustrated by little things, which showed in his body language. But he is still a big, strong dude who can move the chains, break tackles and make highlight catches. He remains very productive, but persistent drops gave me pause for concern. This was a perplexing evaluation for me, so his fit with the right team and scheme is paramount. — Mueller

Age: 29 Height: 6-3 Weight: 194

Don’t dismiss Reynolds because of his key drops in the NFC Championship Game — per PFF, he had only three drops during the whole regular season. He has size and a solid catch radius and made big grabs for his team all season long. He is physical, fighting through contact and drawing his share of pass interference calls. His speed is not elite, but he has the body control to get in and out of breaks very well for a big man. He should be a solid No. 2 WR in the league. — Mueller

Age: 31 Height: 6-5 Weight: 255

Baltimore proved to be the perfect fit for Clowney, who was looking to resurrect his career. He said he’d love to return, but he certainly earned a far bigger payday than the $2.5 million deal he signed with the Ravens last fall. In past offseasons, Baltimore has avoided spending big bucks on the outside linebacker position. — Jeff Zrebiec

Age: 26 Height: 5-10 Weight: 201

Gilman came out of nowhere and really impressed me. He’s very instinctive and has athletic skills that consistently put him in position to make plays. He closes with first-step acceleration and times pass breakups very well. He will tackle and play the run by wrapping with physicality. He also has a knack for the ball, always getting his hands on it. A sixth-round pick who has started only one full season, he might fly under the radar and prove to be a bargain. — Mueller

Age: 26 Height: 6-3 Weight: 220

Don’t be discouraged by the lack of numbers. Chinn can run, tackle and close in coverage. He has the range of a free safety but hits like a Will ‘backer. He injured his quad and started only eight games in 2023. The runner-up for Defensive Rookie of the Year in 2020 is a better player than the numbers show. — Mueller

Age: 28 Height: 6-2 Weight: 222

Dugger, a 2020 second-round pick from Division II Lenoir-Rhyne, improved slowly through his first few seasons. He nabbed two pick sixes in a standout 2022 season, but 2023 wasn’t quite as good. He offers precisely what many modern defenses seek, with the size of a linebacker and the athleticism to drop deep as a safety. — Chad Graff

Age: 34 Height: 6-4 Weight: 340

Zeitler still sets culture with the Ravens by being physical and technique-sound. He plays with an old-school toughness but isn’t the same athlete he once was. His smarts and football IQ make up for any slip. He relies on his upper body more than engaging his legs and pad level, but he still has tread left as a top right guard. — Mueller

Age: 25 Height: 6-2 Weight: 225

Davis will not jump off the screen with his explosiveness, as he is more of a steady and consistent type. He is an easily identifiable target because of his size, especially versus zone defense. He can adjust and make catches outside his frame, and he’s physical while fighting through contact on his routes — being big and strong are obvious advantages. He is still developing as a route runner and as a coverage reader. Because of this, and given his age, he offers a lot of upside. He is solid in all areas, just not elite in any. — Mueller

Age: 26 Height: 5-11 Weight: 208

A nickel with the Saints who has transitioned to safety the last two seasons, Gardner-Johnson moves very well, with smooth hips and transitions. He covers ground quickly and can cover tight ends and slot receivers man-to-man. He is still learning to tackle like a safety should. He is not physical. Injuries (including a torn pec in 2023) have stunted his development, but I see big upside given his skill. — Mueller

Age: 30 Height: 6-3 Weight: 335

Reader is more of a nose and/or three-technique. He has really good feet and agility in tight areas, and he plays with a consistent motor. He wears out offensive guards with relentless effort, which is impressive given his size. Durability is a bit of a concern (23 games missed in the past four seasons). — Mueller

Age: 29 Height: 6-2 Weight: 238

Edwards was the biggest surprise for me when watching this running back class. He has power and agility, and he’s always falling forward. Even though he is older, he has juice and acceleration, both laterally and vertically. He also has less than half of the career touches (729) that Barkley (1,489) and Jacobs (1,502) have. Edwards also has a great nose for sticks and has been way underutilized in the pass game. He has very good hands, can adjust outside his frame and will break tackles after the catch. — Mueller

Age: 26 Height: 6-5 Weight: 258

Wonnum could be highly coveted by teams that need depth on the edge. He has developed into a solid, consistent player over the last four years, although he is recovering from a partially torn quad. He is one of three Vikings edge rushers (Danielle Hunter, Marcus Davenport) on this list. — Alec Lewis

Age: 31 Height: 5-11 Weight: 200

Opportunities and targets were limited for OBJ this season, but his skills and talent are still evident. He can run, he has the explosive ability to separate and he draws pass interference penalties as well as any other player in the NFL. He adjusts well to off-target throws and catches with his hands on par with the league’s elite. Even with his injury history, there is plenty more in the tank here if he should desire to move teams again. — Mueller

Age: 30 Height: 6-3 Weight: 247

King Henry can still be a culture-changing, identity-building running back for the right offense. The question is: Which offense will that be? He has natural vision and nifty feet to pick his way through the initial level of the defense. Even though he might lack a fifth gear at this stage, he is still really productive with his unique style. — Mueller

Age: 28 Height: 6-6 Weight: 330

Hunt, a four-year starter predominantly at right guard, missed a lot of time this year while battling a hamstring injury. He really needs to watch his weight and stamina. He brings a lot of mass to the point of attack and can get movement and cover up defenders consistently in the run game. His size and strength give him a natural anchor in pass protection as well. He just needs to stay healthy. — Mueller

Age: 26 Height: 6-3 Weight: 350

Onwenu probably fits best at guard, but he’s been the Patriots’ most natural-footed athlete and best option at tackle. He lacks ideal length, but he plays with a good base and technique, allowing him to have very good position on contact and the ability to sustain with his balance and recovery. He has more than 1,300 career snaps at both right tackle and right guard, along with 386 snaps at left guard. — Mueller

Age: 29 Height: 6-4 Weight: 330

Entering his ninth NFL season, Robinson might be joining his fourth NFL team, but he doesn’t turn 30 until March 2025 and remains a good player. He can play three- or five-technique, which will make him a valued commodity. He’s better as a run defender than a pass rusher, with a nose for the ball and an ability to slip blocks. — Mueller

Age: 30 Height: 6-7 Weight: 316

Peat is a guard by trade but filled in well enough at left tackle this year that we are leaving him in the tackle group, but some might still see him as a guard. He is strong, powerful on impact and can lock on to sustain in both the run and pass game. He’s not fleet of foot but imposes his will with his frame and physical presence. He’s a better player than a lot of right tackles in the league, although all of his NFL experience is on the left side. — Mueller

Age: 33 Height: 6-4 Weight: 310

Cox can still rush the passer. His 43 pressures ranked 13th among all defensive tackles in 2023, according to TruMedia. With Jordan Davis and Jalen Carter expected to step into larger roles, Cox might become a rotational backup if he re-signs with Philadelphia. Retirement is also a possibility. — Brooks Kubena

Age: 29 Height: 6-4 Weight: 299

Coleman shows good quickness, hands and reactions, along with a strong feel for the game, making him a possible upgrade for many NFL teams. He isn’t the biggest or strongest, but he blends a certain patience with a high-motor intensity to be effective in both the run and pass games. He is more of a finesse type than a power player when it comes to style. Solid NFL center. — Mueller

Age: 28 Height: 6-2 Weight: 310

Wynn is on his second team after being a first-round pick of the Patriots in 2018. He has also played some at offensive tackle but found comfort and his natural position this year at left guard before getting injured in Week 7. He has all the physical tools to be a top talent, with both quickness and athletic ability, but injuries — he has played in just 50 of 99 possible games through six seasons — are a major concern. — Mueller

Age: 25 Height: 5-9 Weight: 215

Swift might lack the power and low pad level of the backs above him here, but he has plenty of wiggle to make people miss and burst to escape tacklers in tight areas. He’s just not the finisher that some bigger-bodied guys are. He catches the ball easily, is very effective running angle routes and can adjust smoothly to bad throws. Given his youth, he could merit a three- or four-year contract. — Mueller

Age: 26 Height: 6-4 Weight: 249

Fant is better than the numbers show. With development, he still has the upside that made him a first-round pick in 2019. Part of a three-man rotation at tight end in Seattle, he should be able to showcase his skills more in a different scheme. He can run and separate, with the athletic ability to attack all quadrants of the field. He also has the ball skills to catch and adjust outside his frame. As a blocker, he shows strength and “want to” as well. He could be a good value for somebody. — Mueller

Age: 31 Height: 6-4 Weight: 269

The Macon, Ga., native enjoyed playing close to home and had his best season since 2020. Dupree can play outside linebacker or a more traditional defensive end spot (like he did for the Falcons), which might make him a good fit for more teams. — Josh Kendall

Age: 27 Height: 6-4 Weight: 311

A Pro Bowler in 2021, Jackson has been a mainstay at left guard on one of the best offensive lines in football. He’s mobile in space, powerful at the line of scrimmage and a remarkably consistent lineman when healthy — and he’s young. The Lions might not be able to keep him. — Colton Pouncy

Age: 33 Height: 6-4 Weight: 295

Hubbard was the Titans’ starter and full-time right tackle for nine games before injuring biceps and missing the balance of the season. He lacks ideal size but has excellent quickness and agility, particularly his lateral agility. He’s not well known around the league but is tough and consistent, and I love the way he competes. I think he can produce regardless of his measurables, even in the back end of his career. — Mueller

Age: 28 Height: 6-5 Weight: 244

Schultz is a threat in the pass game because of his athletic ability and body control. He catches everything, can get open on his own without scheme help and is a tough matchup for linebackers because of his route running instincts. In the run game, he’s a positional blocker who lacks top-notch strength to sustain at times. He is worthy of a multiyear deal after settling for a one-year contract last offseason. — Mueller

Age: 26 Height: 6-0 Weight: 237

White is very quick to key and diagnose and is an excellent tackler. He might be the most versatile of the off-ball linebackers, from both an alignment and skill set standpoint. He can blitz and come downhill to attack ball carriers. He’s a solid tackler as well. He missed three games in 2023 but has mostly been healthy in his career. — Mueller

Age: 33 Height: 6-3 Weight: 250

Despite not signing with the Ravens until Week 4, Van Noy had one of the best seasons of his career, playing on a one-year, $1.4 million deal. He showed he has plenty of juice left, meaning he probably won’t have to wait as long to find his 2024 team. — Jeff Zrebiec

Age: 27 Height: 5-10 Weight: 200

The best nickel defender in this class, Nixon has a knack for reading and reacting to routes and diagnosing plays. He has catch-up burst to run with crossers and deeper routes. Some might view him as a starter, but at minimum, he should be a solid third cornerback/nickel. He also brings special teams value, earning first-team All-Pro honors as a kick returner in 2022 and 2023. — Mueller

Age: 28 Height: 6-1 Weight: 237

The Texans clearly leaned on Cashman for responsibility on defense, as he made all the adjustment calls, shifts to the front, etc. He can run, has very good twitch and sees the game well. His reads and reactions are consistent, and he has a good nose for the ball. He can go sideline-to-sideline but also still come downhill with some force. He has a bit of an injury history and just 21 starts in five seasons, but teams will be interested. — Mueller

Age: 31 Height: 5-11 Weight: 194

Already a veteran of four teams, Nelson is a more experienced option at cornerback who had a solid body of work in 2023. He understands how to play and positions himself accordingly. He still is very light on his feet, can mirror in man-to-man coverage and closes with top-flight suddenness. — Mueller

Age: 29 Height: 5-10 Weight: 200

Ekeler’s 21 first downs via reception led this group of backs in 2023. He is slippery after the catch and runs bigger than his size, forcing arm tacklers to miss like a larger back. He has really good natural vision to find daylight and a nose for the goal line. He has plenty of gas left in his tank from a speed and acceleration standpoint, but he’s at his best when supplemented with an early-down back. — Mueller

Age: 28 Height: 6-6 Weight: 265

The Vikings could give Davenport an extension to push back some of his $6.8 million in dead cap, but he didn’t do much in 2023 to earn one. He battled ankle injuries and played in only four games. He has recorded only 2.5 sacks in the last two seasons combined but still has talent. — Alec Lewis

Age: 30 Height: 5-11 Weight: 193

Another journeyman cornerback who’s still playing well, Darby was not a full-time player in Baltimore (his fifth team) coming off a torn ACL in 2022. But when he played, he showed the ability to run and play man-to-man along with various zone techniques. A willing tackler, he is still athletic enough to make up ground and close with suddenness. — Mueller

Age: 26 Height: 6-0 Weight: 240

Brooks is a very active inside linebacker who really has no holes in his game, but he’s slightly less explosive as an athlete than the three linebackers ahead of him on this list. He can play on all three downs, and his football IQ stands out. The Seahawks seem unlikely to bring back Bobby Wagner, who is also a free agent, so perhaps they’ll prioritize re-signing Brooks. — Mueller

Age: 38 Height: 6-8 Weight: 282

Campbell started all 17 games and contributed to the Falcons’ defensive turnaround. He finished the season playing at a high level and said he would like to play at least another year if the circumstances are right. His chances of re-signing in Atlanta declined upon defensive coordinator Ryan Nielsen’s move to Jacksonville. — Josh Kendall

Age: 26 Height: 6-3 Weight: 316

Biadasz relies on upper-body strength and hands to stay connected in the run game. He is not always as square on contact as he could be, so he has to fight to regain his balance some. He is very effective on angle blocks and double teams. He’s a young and improving player. — Mueller

Age: 33 Height: 6-0 Weight: 190

The Cowboys would probably love to have Gilmore back for another season. He played well in 2023. But already having Trevon Diggs and DaRon Bland means Dallas will likely not be willing to spend much on its No. 3 cornerback. Gilmore would have to be willing to take something very team-friendly. Jourdan Lewis is also a free agent. — Jon Machota

Age: 29 Height: 6-4 Weight: 242

Van Ginkel can play off the ball or on the edge, where he impressed in 2023 while filling in for the injured Bradley Chubb and Jaelan Phillips, ranking 10th in pressure rate among all players with at least 200 pass rush snaps, per TruMedia. He could have untapped potential if he finds a larger role. — David DeChant

Age: 28 Height: 6-4 Weight: 305

Opeta started six games in 2023 (five at right guard) offering depth while the Eagles battled injuries up front. He surrendered 21 pressures, fifth-most among guards who played within his range of snaps (516), according to TruMedia, but he’s shown flashes to merit a starting role. — Brooks Kubena

Age: 28 Height: 5-11 Weight: 195

Samuel has played mainly in the slot but might be better suited to move outside. No matter where he plays, his versatility should be viewed by most teams as a strength. He has excellent quickness and explosiveness and can change speeds to stretch defenses. He would be a clear-cut upgrade for many teams. He is instinctive and gets to open areas quickly against zone coverage. I see him as an undervalued player who still has upside, but he would be on his third team if he leaves Washington. — Mueller

Age: 29 Height: 5-11 Weight: 198

Fuller’s speed has declined, but his anticipation and instincts help offset that. Even so, he’s approaching 30 and has some knee concerns, making his market a bit murky. With Benjamin St-Juste and Emmanuel Forbes around, he doesn’t seem likely to return to Washington, which will miss his leadership. — Ben Standig

Age: 34 Height: 6-1 Weight: 233

David is a smart and instinctive football player who makes all the calls and directs traffic. He’s trusted by coaches and has minimal wasted movements or actions. He’s an efficient, steady player, even if he’s slipped a bit from his peak as he enters Year 13. — Mueller

Age: 28 Height: 6-1 Weight: 188

Yiadom had his best season on his fifth team in 2023, breaking up 14 passes while allowing just 23 completions on 47 targets, per Pro Football Reference. Through his first five seasons, he had just 13 PBUs while allowing 101 completions on 155 targets. He’ll have to convince teams that this season wasn’t an outlier. — David DeChant

Age: 26 Height: 6-6 Weight: 312

Cleveland made 49 starts over three-plus seasons with the Vikings before the Jaguars acquired him at the trade deadline this season. An offensive tackle at Boise State, he has spent most of his NFL career at left guard, where he allowed three sacks on 476 pass blocking snaps last season, per TruMedia. — David DeChant

Age: 26 Height: 6-0 Weight: 202

Blackmon is a very good athlete with range, easy and fluid hips and the ability to cover ground in the deep part of the field. He is what we call a “run and hit” guy. His center-field tracking and ball skills are top-notch, although his injury history is lengthy, including a torn ACL in 2019 at Utah, a torn Achilles in 2021 and a shoulder injury in 2023. — Mueller

Age: 25 Height: 6-6 Weight: 260

Epenesa has a good blend of speed and power that makes him unblockable on some reps, though there is still some inconsistency to his game. Regardless, entering his age-26 season with 13 sacks in the last two seasons as only a part-time player, he has the profile of a player whom teams flock to in free agency. He might get a bigger contract than some expect. — Joe Buscaglia

Age: 29 Height: 6-0 Weight: 228

Zeke can still pick his way through traffic and put his foot in the ground to accelerate with conviction and pop. He still breaks arm tackles but might be lacking the breakaway speed he once had. He’s very good in the pass game on screens and dump-offs, getting yards on his own. He moves the chains effectively and could easily be considered a starting back for many NFL teams. — Mueller

Age: 27 Height: 6-4 Weight: 300

James has largely stayed healthy and maintained a baseline level of play in his three years starting at center for the Raiders, but he can be overpowered at times. Las Vegas can likely do better at the position. — Tashan Reed

Age: 27 Height: 5-9 Weight: 180

Brown remains very fast, and he’s been productive for stretches, but he’s also battled nagging injuries and caught just half of his targets in 2023. He’s very slight and gets knocked off of routes easily, an issue that can be difficult for offensive coordinators to scheme around. — Mueller

Age: 27 Height: 6-5 Weight: 253

Trautman is more effective in the pass game than the run game. He has above-average body control, and nobody adjusted to more balls outside his catching radius — his numbers reflected this. He lacks ideal strength and power in the run game but works for position and can lean on defenders. There is more in his tank from a production standpoint. — Mueller

Age: 25 Height: 6-4 Weight: 322

Charles never stuck at tackle or guard for Washington, as he battled injuries and inconsistency, including losing his starting job at left guard this past season. He’s not likely to return to the Commanders. — Ben Standig

Age: 27 Height: 6-2 Weight: 320

Gallimore played in all 17 games last season, totaling one sack and two tackles for loss. If the price is right, the 2020 third-round pick could be back, but that depends on the Cowboys’ other options as they look to improve their run defense, and whether Gallimore can find a bigger role elsewhere. — Jon Machota

Age: 25 Height: 6-7 Weight: 363

Becton is a large man who can create space on impact and cover up defenders on contact. He lacks ideal lateral range and the ability to recover when off-balance. His inconsistencies show consistently. His injury history is also concerning, even though he started 16 of 17 games in 2023, predominantly at left tackle — Mueller

Age: 28 Height: 5-11 Weight: 190

A regular starter in Jacksonville in 2019 and 2020, Herndon has been relegated to the third cornerback role since 2021, playing predominantly in the slot. He doesn’t have an interception since 2019, but his experience and versatility will offer value somewhere. — David DeChant

Age: 26 Height: 6-5 Weight: 319

For the first time in his career, Kinlaw was healthy for a whole season. He had some midseason struggles against the run but delivered in big moments and totaled 35 pressures as a pass rusher. The 2020 first-round pick’s future looks bright, and the Niners might struggle to keep him. — David Lombardi

Age: 26 Height: 6-1 Weight: 295

Brewer allowed seven sacks in 2023, per TruMedia, as the whole Titans offensive line struggled. However, he’s young, experienced (40 starts) and versatile (experience at both left and right guard), with the mobility that zone-heavy running teams covet. — David DeChant

Age: 26 Height: 6-5 Weight: 312

Williams moved from left tackle to right tackle this season but has the same game. He is very quick and athletic, and he can move in space with balance. He still lacks power and anchor once engaged but did a better job of being physical in 2023 while playing every snap for Cincinnati. — Mueller

Age: 28 Height: 6-6 Weight: 245

Gesicki is a one-dimensional, pass-catching tight end who can also line up in the slot as a bigger wideout. Not a prototype Y in a regular personnel group, he needs to be used as a matchup or red zone option to be productive. His blocking lags behind the tight ends above him on this list. — Mueller

Age: 27 Height: 6-3 Weight: 225

Darnold had less than 50 attempts this season in San Francisco, but he displayed physical talent and intangibles, showing why he was drafted highly in 2018. His arm strength, accuracy and ability to process finally fit into a scheme for the first time in his career. He’s a viable option to upgrade a team if he were allowed to compete for a starting job. — Mueller

Age: 26 Height: 6-2 Weight: 240

A surprise in a good way for me, Smith is a borderline starting tight end, but he’s more skilled than that, and increased usage would improve his numbers. He’s very capable of being an option as move tight end or H-back. He runs well and can stretch the field, which could make him a value signing. — Mueller

Age: 27 Height: 6-2 Weight: 228

The third linebacker behind Fred Warner and Dre Greenlaw with the 49ers, Al-Shaair followed Ran Carthon to Tennessee last offseason on a one-year deal and finished fifth in the NFL with 163 tackles. He can improve his coverage awareness, but he’s a starting-caliber player who could still have upside. — David DeChant

Age: 33 Height: 6-8 Weight: 327

Even though Lucas played less than 25 percent of the snaps for Washington (all on the left side) in 2023, his length and technique have proven to be very effective at combatting speed rushes and protecting on an island at tackle. He might just be a starting option for a needy team, or at least as a third offensive tackle. — Mueller

Age: 27 Height: 6-0 Weight: 209

In Pollard’s first year as the Cowboys’ “bell cow,” I’d give him a B-minus. He lacks power and downhill physicality between the tackles, but he’s nifty and runs with good balance. He can be a factor breaking arm tackles and as a receiver out of the backfield. He runs with discipline and intentionality but is not a creator of plays on his own. — Mueller

Age: 35 Height: 6-1 Weight: 217

Even at 35, Taylor can be a solid backup. He makes good decisions for the most part and can administrate the offense while offering plus athletic ability. He has enough arm, gets the ball out quickly and can throw accurately downfield. — Mueller

Age: 34 Height: 6-0 Weight: 242

Wagner led the NFL in tackles in 2023, but he can’t move like he used to. He would like to play a 13th NFL season, and he’d like to do it wearing a Seahawks uniform, but with Pete Carroll out as coach, a reunion would appear unlikely. Seahawks linebackers Jordyn Brooks and Devin Bush are also free agents. — Michael-Shawn Dugar

Age: 36 Height: 6-4 Weight: 217

Best suited as a backup at this stage, Tannehill can still process coverage, but his release seems to have slowed a bit. He is athletic and can be deceptively effective while extending plays or tucking and running for a first down. His arm velocity is average at this point in his career, and the ball does not jump off his hand. He can stand in the pocket, if protected, and make most NFL throws. — Mueller

Age: 27 Height: 5-7 Weight: 203

A versatile, undersized but productive back, Singletary uses lateral quickness more than explosive north-south speed to make defenders miss. He has natural vision to find holes but can go down easily at times because of his smaller frame. He’s a good fit in the Texans’ scheme. — Mueller

Age: 27 Height: 5-11 Weight: 198

Savage flashed his talent during an all-rookie first season, but never truly lived up to that playmaking potential over the next four years. He missed seven games this season with a recurring calf injury. The Packers have decisions to make with several contributing defensive backs hitting free agency. — Matt Schneidman

Age: 25 Height: 5-11 Weight: 210

Not tendered as a restricted free agent last offseason, Stone re-signed with the Ravens on a reduced deal and had the best year of his career. He led the AFC with seven interceptions and started 11 games. Also a solid special teams player, Stone has earned himself a nice-sized contract and a starting spot. — Jeff Zrebiec

Age: 28 Height: 6-7 Weight: 314

Nijman wasn’t a regular starter in 2023, but he’s experienced on both sides, especially at left tackle. He has size, athleticism and the ability to bend, working to engage his lower body as a run blocker and pass blocker. He catches more than he punches, but he plays under control with the balance to recover. He has the length to play on an island and actually was effective against top pass rushers. He is hesitant at times to see and react to stunts, but that should improve with reps. — Mueller

Age: 30 Height: 6-1 Weight: 203

Pringle isn’t a household name, but he has a great combination of size and speed, plus reliable hands when throws come his way (69.5 catch rate in his career). He also has some juice as a kick returner. He could fit nicely in an offense that needs a speedy third or fourth receiver. — David DeChant

Age: 29 Height: 6-4 Weight: 254

Hooper still has the hands, body control and feel versus zone coverage to be very productive. He can’t run like he once could but is effective because of his football IQ and consistent ability to separate on short routes. — Mueller

Age: 32 Height: 6-5 Weight: 322

A third tackle option who started 13 games on the right side as an injury replacement in 2023, Fant has always been one of the better athletes at the position. He just lacks ideal power and anchor. Assuming Tytus Howard returns healthy for the Texans in 2024, Fant would likely return to the bench if he re-signs with Houston. — Mueller

Age: 25 Height: 5-7 Weight: 207

The 2020 first-round pick, who has battled injuries throughout his career, wound up being the Chiefs’ primary backup to Isiah Pacheco. He really has a knack for making defenders miss after the catch, averaging 13.4 YAC per reception, tops in this group. He is quicker than he is fast and can gain yards when plays are not blocked as designed. — Mueller

Age: 25 Height: 6-3 Weight: 240

Uche appeared primed for a big payday, but that probably won’t be on the table after his production dipped. In 2022, he was one of the NFL’s leaders in pressure rate, notching 11.5 sacks. But without Matthew Judon on the other side for most of 2023, Uche’s pressure rate and sack numbers (3.5) dipped. Now he’s likely headed toward a one-year, prove-it deal. — Chad Graff

Age: 27 Height: 6-2 Weight: 327

A four-year starter in Seattle (the last three seasons at left guard), Lewis might be a little bit heavy, which affected his stamina late in games. But that size helps him get significant push in the run game. As a pass blocker, he’s inconsistent adjusting laterally but holds up very well against power rushes. His agility is what worries me the most, but for teams that prioritize a downhill run game, he’d be a good fit. — Mueller

Age: 27 Height: 6-5 Weight: 312

Williams battled nagging injuries in college and early in his NFL career, and then he missed the second half of 2023 with a torn ACL. He has shown impressive stretches while playing guard and center, but durability is a significant concern. — David DeChant

Age: 36 Height: 6-2 Weight: 265

The ageless wonder wants to come back to Philly for what he called a one-year “farewell tour.” It’s hard to project Graham’s future as anything other than 1) playing for the Eagles in 2024 or 2) retiring. His snap share has steadily diminished from 69 percent in 2020 to 33 percent in 2023, but he’s still an efficient pass rusher. — Brooks Kubena

Age: 29 Height: 6-5 Weight: 235

Rudolph showed enough while starting the Steelers’ last three regular-season games to earn a shot to compete. He showed improved poise and pocket awareness to go with his impressive deep ball ability, which was evident in college at Oklahoma State. He is a viable backup in the right scheme. — Mueller

Age: 32 Height: 6-1 Weight: 236

Hicks was a captain and called the Vikings’ defensive signals, and he performed admirably on the field. He’s not the fastest nor the most physical, but his discipline and experience will keep any defense in check. Although he missed four games in 2023, he previously hadn’t missed a game since 2018, putting early-career injury woes behind him. — Alec Lewis

Age: 27 Height: 6-4 Weight: 255

Armstrong would get a lot more attention if the Cowboys didn’t already have Micah Parsons, DeMarcus Lawrence and Sam Williams. He is a good player, finishing second on the team in sacks each of the last two seasons (8.5 in 2022, 7.5 in 2023) despite making only six total starts. His price tag will likely be too high for Dallas. — Jon Machota

Age: 31 Height: 6-4 Weight: 235

Brissett was remarkably efficient in relief of Sam Howell — leading touchdowns on five consecutive possessions — but that shouldn’t be the expectation. If Washington brings him back on a one- or two-year contract, he would mentor whichever rookie it drafts at No. 2. — Ben Standig

Age: 34 Height: 6-1 Weight: 212

Gipson has been a revelation for the 49ers since they signed him during the 2022 preseason following Jimmie Ward’s injury. The Niners retained Gipson for $2.9 million last season. With Talanoa Hufanga rehabbing from a torn ACL, another one-year deal might make sense if Gipson chooses to continue playing. — David Lombardi

Age: 29 Height: 6-1 Weight: 235

Walker struggled with a handful of injuries late in the 2023 season after missing most of 2022 with a quad injury. The linebacker position seems to rank last in positional priority with the folks running the Browns, so he likely won’t be back. — Zac Jackson

Age: 29 Height: 6-2 Weight: 234

Tranquill was a key part of the Chiefs’ deep linebacker rotation, tying for third on the team in tackles in the regular season despite playing just 57 percent of the snaps. He’s a dangerous blitzer who excels at creating negative plays, logging 9.5 sacks, 15 QB hits, 17 tackles for loss and three forced fumbles over the last two seasons. — David DeChant

Age: 29 Height: 6-5 Weight: 312

Risner hit the open market last offseason and was not as sought after as he hoped. He signed with Minnesota three weeks into September and became a starter at left guard in Week 7. Pass protection is his strength. The Vikings are likely to want Risner back, but they won’t be the only team interested. — Alec Lewis

Age: 29 Height: 6-0 Weight: 179

Wallace had six interceptions and 24 passes defensed in his two seasons with the Steelers, who would love to have him back but won’t consider him a high priority. He shouldn’t be in high demand, which would allow the Steelers to snoop around for somebody younger with more upside. — Mark Kaboly

Age: 28 Height: 6-1 Weight: 225

Minshew stepped into a less-than-ideal situation after Anthony Richardson’s injury and played winning football in 2023. He finished with 18 total TDs (15 passing, three rushing) against 14 total turnovers (nine interceptions, five lost fumbles), so it wasn’t always pretty, but I think Indianapolis should prioritize bringing him back. — James Boyd

Age: 29 Height: 6-2 Weight: 236

An instinctive player, Jewell has the football IQ to administrate the defense, make calls and get others lined up. He relies on his reads and reactions more than speed and range, but he shows a consistent nose for the ball and has been productive. He won’t make plays beyond the scope of the scheme, but his discipline will be welcome anywhere. — Mueller

Age: 30 Height: 6-4 Weight: 260

Swaim is the best and most consistent run blocker of all tight ends in this class. He’s physical, strong and very willing — which should not be assumed as a given, even at the NFL level. He does the dirty work. — Mueller

Age: 29 Height: 5-10 Weight: 210

Released by the Vikings, Cook flopped with the Jets before being waived, then went unclaimed on waivers and played sparingly for Baltimore in one playoff game. As low as his stock is now, he averaged 4.4 yards per carry in 2022 and doesn’t turn 30 until August 2025. — David DeChant

Age: 27 Height: 5-11 Weight: 203

Osborn had a disappointing season, dropping seven passes, according to PFF. But he was rarely the primary read, and he’s a strong blocker and runner after the catch. He’s probably in line for a short-term deal between $5 million and $8 million. — Alec Lewis

Age: 25 Height: 6-1 Weight: 205

Injured for most of the 2023 season, Henderson — who was a first-round pick by the Jaguars on 2020 — has the height, weight and skill set to be a quality cornerback. He just needs a larger body of work. He would rank higher if healthy. — Mueller

Age: 26 Height: 6-2 Weight: 229

Untendered by the Packers as a restricted free agent last offseason, Barnes joined the Cardinals and flashed as a part-time starter, logging 55 tackles and six passes defensed in only 408 defensive snaps. Arizona has plenty of cap space if it wants to keep him. — David DeChant

Age: 39 Height: 6-6 Weight: 245

I find it hard to believe any team is going to make Flacco its starter, but he played well enough to draw interest — and maybe command more money than the Browns want to pay a backup QB. Given Flacco’s popularity in the locker room, can Cleveland risk bringing him back in case Deshaun Watson struggles, or would that undermine Watson? — Zac Jackson

Age: 29 Height: 6-2 Weight: 196

Davis has ideal physical traits. The Chargers saw those traits turn into congruous production only in spurts, however, as he excelled late in 2022 but struggled in 2023. A line-up-and-play, heavy-man-coverage system could be a better fit than Brandon Staley’s scheme was. — Daniel Popper

Age: 26 Height: 6-2 Weight: 203

A starter from Day 1 despite being drafted in the sixth round, Fuller has been productive and does a good job of minimizing damage on the back end. He is not a dynamic athlete, nor is he physical, but he shows good understanding and instincts. He just lacks the burst and ideal play speed to be a long-term answer for the Rams. — Mueller

Age: 26 Height: 6-0 Weight: 208

Rapp was signed to be the Bills’ third safety, but when he was asked to start, he struggled. He was a touch too late on some big-play attempts and accrued some reckless personal foul penalties. However, Rapp is still young and could find a stable starting role for a modest salary this offseason. — Joe Buscaglia

Age: 30 Height: 6-4 Weight: 231

Winston has fit well in the Saints’ locker room, but he’s been uneven in 21 appearances (10 starts) with New Orleans over the last four seasons. His best stretch came during seven games as a starter in 2021 before tearing his ACL. His coach that season, Sean Payton, might need a new QB in Denver … — David DeChant

Age: 30 Height: 6-2 Weight: 305

Rankins has a strong all-around skill set, providing versatility in where he can align and his style of play. He’s agile and can get an edge as an inside rusher. He also plays well with his hands and shows good range, even outside the tackle box. His effort and anticipation remain strengths as he enters his ninth season. — Mueller

Age: 28 Height: 5-11 Weight: 200

An All-Pro special-teamer in 2022, Reaves’ 2023 season ended early due to a torn ACL, but he could be a useful third safety for somebody. — Mueller

Age: 28 Height: 6-1 Weight: 312

A regular starter in 2021 and 2022 with the Rams, Gaines was relegated to a backup role in Tampa, where his numbers dipped while playing behind Vita Vea, Calijah Kancey and Logan Hall. He’s not much of a pass rusher, but he should provide value in a D-line rotation. — David DeChant

Age: 28 Height: 5-11 Weight: 185

Jackson is coming off his worst season with the Giants since signing a three-year, $39 million contract in 2021. His durability concerns (18 games missed from 2020 to 2021) continued in New York, as he missed 14 games in three seasons. He can still cover, and his flexibility to play in the slot adds value, but he struggles with tackling. — Dan Duggan

Age: 29 Height: 6-2 Weight: 203

All signs point to the end in Cincinnati for Boyd, who should have a market among teams searching for a slot receiver. His reliability and savvy will be gold for any team grooming a young quarterback. He’ll probably end up with a multiyear deal in the $7-9 million per season range, which would be too rich for the Bengals’ balance sheet. — Paul Dehner Jr.

Age: 31 Height: 6-5 Weight: 242

Gregory is still a talented pass rusher. He can turn the corner, but he can also turn straight-line speed into power. He struggles to hold a disciplined edge and maintain leverage against ball carriers and scrambling QBs. He gets caught inside consistently. But his effort with the 49ers was good, and he could provide value as a situational pass rusher on a cheap deal somewhere. — Mueller

Age: 29 Height: 5-11 Weight: 210

Owens entered the starting lineup because of injury in 2023 but held onto his starting spot. Outside of a couple of glaring missed tackles against the Chargers and 49ers, he wasn’t a liability, although the Packers could use more of a game-changer at the position. — Matt Schneidman

Age: 27 Height: 6-4 Weight: 228

Lock has appeared in only four games (two starts) since 2021, highlighted by his 92-yard, game-winning touchdown drive against the Eagles this season. He remains turnover-prone (three INTs on 76 attempts in 2023), but perhaps that shining moment will draw a few suitors. — David DeChant

Age: 28 Height: 6-2 Weight: 215

Known primarily for his blocking, Brown posted a career-high 567 receiving yards in just 10 games in 2023, averaging 17.2 yards per catch (fourth-best among all players with at least 30 receptions). His skill set should interest teams that need a quality third or fourth receiver. — David DeChant

Age: 33 Height: 6-6 Weight: 281

Sturdily built with strong hands, Gholston has been a quality run defender throughout his career, playing base end in a 4-3 scheme or five- and three-technique in a 3-4. His snaps dipped in 2023, but he should still contribute to a rotation somewhere. — David DeChant

Age: 27 Height: 6-3 Weight: 225

An undersized edge rusher in college, Baun played almost exclusively off the ball for the Saints in his first three seasons. Back on the edge in 2023, he showed flashes, beating Penei Sewell cleanly for his first career sack and posting four QB hits and 11 pressures over the final six games. Perhaps another team will provide a better fit. — David DeChant

Age: 30 Height: 6-4 Weight: 222

Mariota remains a solid backup with good mobility, which is useful behind one of the league’s more mobile starters in Jalen Hurts. Will the Eagles retain him, or will they prefer 2023 sixth-round pick Tanner McKee (or someone else)? — Brooks Kubena

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We always hear that the NFL is a copycat league, which is both real and ongoing.

We saw the Philadelphia Eagles go from one of the most efficient and effective offenses in recent memory to one that seemed to be missing something in just a single season. By the end of their 2023 campaign, there wasn’t much gas left. Coaches adjusted with an entire season of film at the palm of their hand — the Eagles suffered mightily.

But with new coordinators and an offensive scheme that needs to be reworked rather than replicated like was the case last season, that should be the least of Philadelphia’s issues. In reality, their roster construction might be what needs to change. The Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs might be just the place to look.

Preaching Youth & Cap Space

The Chiefs had the second-best defense in the NFL last season in points against per game (just 17.3), but they also had one of the youngest. Other than veteran defensive tackle Chris Jones, their entire defense was different from the last time they faced the San Francisco 49ers back in 2019, and they filled it out with youth. Their oldest defensive starter is Jones himself at age 29, with players such as George Karlaftis and Trent McDuffie both being under the age of 24 yet pretty important pieces for them.

While the Chiefs didn’t have to let go of too many elite stars on the defense, losing veterans like Tyrann Mathieu and Frank Clark hurt. It wasn’t absolutely gutwrenching, but the former was a first-team All-Pro in his last two seasons in Kansas City, while the former had three Pro Bowl nods. And, getting to the offense, they also lost Tyreek Hill to the Miami Dolphins before the 2022 season. To build around quarterback Patrick Mahomes, they had to free up as much money as possible. Since they said goodbye to Mathieu and Hill after losing in the AFC Championship in 2021, they have won two Super Bowls. Yes, they’ve gotten better after getting rid of stars — ironic, isn’t it?

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Now, the Chiefs might be better off with these players, but their young core has made up for them admirably. McDuffie was in the Hill trade, and they likely don’t win a championship without him — he was a first-team All-Pro last season. 23-year-old Rashee Rice also too some massive strides at wide receiver in 2023 and was pretty much the only player at his position that Mahomes could look at consistently.

The best part of all this? Those players are making next to nothing. The salary cap is a real thing in the NFL, and eventually, restructuring deals comes back to bite teams. But not the Chiefs. They parted ways with superstars and simply drafted new ones. Judging from what they’ve done, that cycle will repeat in the near future. For now, they will ride out their rookie contracts and get impactful play out of youngsters. With the extra money, they will continue to pay the veterans they cannot function without.

To win as consistently as the Chiefs have, a balance has to be met.

What This Means for the Eagles

With all of that being said, that doesn’t mean the Eagles should just trade everyone on their roster. But it also doesn’t mean they should hand out extensions like they’re candy, either. Yes, they’re going to have to make some tough decisions and part ways with some key players, one potentially being 29-year-old Haason Reddick, who had a little bit of drama recently. That’s not even an opinion, either. At some point, the Eagles will have to rid of some of their elite talent. If they do it soon, it will help out their cap situation for years to come and allow them to build around quarterback Jalen Hurts.

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Now that Hurts is making a lot of money, the Eagles are going to have to cheap out elsewhere. A championship roster is harder to construct with glaring holes throughout it. Nowadays, Super Bowl champions are largely built through drafting young players. The Eagles have this formula down to an extent, but it will be time soon to pay these players who don’t have a big deal. Instead of restructuring deals every season and hitting a wall like they did in 2020 when they went 4-11-1 (although injuries and the regression of star quarterback Carson Wentz played a role), it would be wise to extend their window. If Hurts is the real deal, they have to maximize his contention era instead of shortening it.

For a while, the narrative was that teams shouldn’t pay their quarterbacks because teams paying them a lot of money didn’t win was prevalent. Well, Mahomes has proved that wrong twice now. What’s important to take away from that is that, sometimes, other parts of the roster will suffer. If Hurts is a truly elite quarterback, he will need to have a massive role in that. It is essentially impossible under the current landscape of the league to have what the 49ers do, for example, and a highly-paid quarterback on top of that. Having a cheap quarterback like San Francisco has allowed them to splurge on elite talent such as Christian McCaffrey and not feel the hurt. Since Hurts is being paid, the Eagles are not so lucky.

But it must be reiterated that Hurts making money isn’t a bad thing. If he’s a great quarterback, he will be able to overcome these obstacles. He doesn’t have to be generational, but some improvement from last season will be needed. If he can return to his 2022 form, the Eagles can afford to cheap out at some places on their roster. Whether it be on offense or defense, something or someone will have to give. Trading an elite player will never be popular, but it will allow the Eagles flexibility in the future. Hurts is only 25, and the rest of the team is fairly young, aside from a few stars. This is not the team to go all in with.

In the NFL, many teams are the hare. The Eagles should consider being the tortoise.

The Importance of the Draft

The only reason why the Chiefs have been able to survive the on-paper regression they’ve had from 2021 to now is because of their drafting. There has to be some sort of plan to find replacements because winning a championship then would be almost hopeless. At some point or another, the day that all those restructured deals and backloaded contracts come. If Hurts was still a good quarterback at that point, that would be eliminating a season of his, if not multiple. That process is repeated every time a team goes “all in.”

It’s fine to restructure deals and hand out extensions, but not to every single player. After losing in the Super Bowl in 2022, the Eagles did a relatively good job of this. They had to let go of Javon Hargrave, C.J Gardner-Johnson, T.J. Edwards, Kyzir White, and Marcus Epps — all pretty important players. But those were free agents, and the Eagles never adequately replaced them. Unable to trade them and draft their replacements, new areas of the field became liabilities that were not the season prior.

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Trading is always tricky in the NFL, as stars are traded for essentially nothing all the time. Sometimes, though, nothing is really something. A player like Reddick, although immensely valuable to the Eagles, likely won’t be at his best for the next three or so seasons — a possible length of the extension he will be eligible for next season. If the idea is that he is elite early on and then becomes a cap liability later on, that will limit Philadelphia’s upside. If the Eagles could theoretically get a third- or fourth-round pick for him instead of paying top dollar, they might have to at least consider, especially if they fancy themselves as long-term contenders.

It’s not pretty, and you’d hope it’d be more, but it saves money that championship teams need. Philadelphia is already seeing the repercussions of extending veterans with the miserable campaign James Bradberry had in 2023. When in doubt, preach cap space and draft picks. If they aren’t sure that a player will play up to their contract for its entirety, they probably shouldn’t be signing it.

With this logic, that would mean that not even DeVonta Smith is safe. But getting to an earlier point, some players are too important to let go. Maybe Reddick falls in that category; maybe he doesn’t. General manager Howie Roseman and the Eagles will have to figure out who those athletes are. For those that aren’t, trades for draft picks will be in their future.

If those draft picks are used well, it could be the difference between becoming a dynasty and a one-year wonder.

Kansas City has gone for the former. The Eagles can do the same.

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February 18, 2024
Child wounded at Kansas City Chiefs parade shooting says incident has left him traumatized

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Kansas City, Missouri — Among those wounded in the shooting at the Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl parade was 10-year-old Samuel Arellano, who had attended with his grandfather and worn his jersey of Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes.

Arellano on Friday showed CBS News where he was shot, near his upper ribcage.

A woman was killed in Wednesday’s shooting and 22 others were wounded, nearly half of whom were children.

Arellano is now recovering at home, but the memories are still fresh.

“I was just crying a lot…I was terrified, I was traumatized,” Arellano said.

Arellano disclosed he has since had trouble sleeping.

“Like if I would go to sleep, I would get nightmares, flashbacks,” Arellano said.

Two juveniles arrested in connection with the shooting are facing gun-related and resisting arrest charges. Future hearings could determine if they will be tried as adults, with more serious charges expected. Investigators believe a dispute between several people led to the gunfire, Kansas City, Missouri, Police Chief Stacey Graves said Thursday.

A vigil was held Thursday night for 43-year-old Lisa Lopez-Galvan — the mother of two and local radio DJ who was killed. Early Friday, pop star Taylor Swift, girlfriend of Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, donated $100,000 to a GoFundMe that was established for the Lopez-Galvan family.

Mahomes and his wife Brittany visited two of the shooting victims, sisters ages 8 and 10, who remain hospitalized at Children’s Mercy in Kansas City. In total, 11 children ages 6 to 15 were treated for injuries from the shooting at Children’s Mercy, the hospital said.

Those children, like Arellano, are not just dealing with the trauma, but also a loss of innocence. Arellano said he would be unwilling to attend another large parade because “you never know what can happen.”

A GoFundMe has also been created for the family of Arellano.

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February 16, 2024
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February 16, 2024
Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce donates $100,000 to 2 children hurt in Union Station shooting

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Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce donates $100,000 to 2 children hurt in Union Station shooting

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Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce has donated $100,000 to two children who were injured in this week’s shooting at the team’s Super Bowl parade and rally. The two $50,000 donations were made to the Reyes Family’s GoFundMe account. According to the page, the gunfire injured their two daughters. “We ask that you continue to keep the family in your prayers as the girls work to recover,” the page says. “This fund will help provide vital financial support for their physical and mental recovery; any leftover funds will be saved for their college funds.” The donations were made under the name Eighty-Seven Running, which is the name of Kelce’s foundation. Taylor Swift, Kelce’s girlfriend, donated the same amount to the family of Elizabeth “Lisa” Lopez-Galvan, the woman killed in the shooting. “Sending my deepest sympathies and condolences in the wake of your devastating loss. With love, Taylor Swift,” a note read on the page.

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce has donated $100,000 to two children who were injured in this week’s shooting at the team’s Super Bowl parade and rally.

The two $50,000 donations were made to the Reyes Family’s GoFundMe account.

According to the page, the gunfire injured their two daughters.

“We ask that you continue to keep the family in your prayers as the girls work to recover,” the page says. “This fund will help provide vital financial support for their physical and mental recovery; any leftover funds will be saved for their college funds.”

The donations were made under the name Eighty-Seven Running, which is the name of Kelce’s foundation.

Taylor Swift, Kelce’s girlfriend, donated the same amount to the family of Elizabeth “Lisa” Lopez-Galvan, the woman killed in the shooting.

“Sending my deepest sympathies and condolences in the wake of your devastating loss. With love, Taylor Swift,” a note read on the page.

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February 16, 2024
Wichita man who allegedly picked up gun after mass shooting at KC Chiefs rally charged

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A 36-year-old Wichita man is facing a felony charge of unlawful gun possession for allegedly picking up a handgun following the mass shooting at the Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl rally at Union Station on Wednesday, according to court documents.

The Jackson County Prosecutor has charged Jose L. Castillo with one count of unlawful possession of a firearm.

Castillo was convicted in July 6, 2016 of a felony for conspiracy to distribute marijuana in U.S. District Court in Kansas, according to court documents. Under Missouri law, it’s against the law for a person convicted of a felony to possess a firearm.

The charge is related to the mass shooting that killed one woman and wounded 22 others Wednesday at the Chiefs Super Bowl victory rally at Union Station following the parade. Lisa Lopez-Galvan, a Johnson County mother of two, died at the scene.

Charges have been filed against two teens, who are being held at the Juvenile Detention Center on gun-related and resisting arrest charges, the family court division of Jackson County Circuit Court announced Friday.

According to a court document supporting the charge against Castillo, officers responded to the shooting about 1:50 p.m. on the west side of the main stage at Union Station near West Pershing and Kessler roads.

A witness told police he heard gunshots and then saw two males fighting. One of them dropped a handgun on the ground during the fight.

Castillo picked up the firearm and walked away, the witness told officers. The witness then pointed out Castillo to officers.

Officers confronted Castillo and ordered him to get on the ground. While getting down, Castillo allegedly removed a black Glock 22 handgun and threw it on the ground, according to court documents. He was then taken into custody.

An officer observed that Castillo allegedly had watery and bloodshot eyes, slurred speech and a strong odor of alcohol on his breath.

Detectives responded to the area and interviewed Castillo. Castillo stated that he was in Kansas City for the parade and rally with friends. Shortly before the shooting, he headed to use the restroom and he heard what he believed were fireworks. He then saw others running from the area.

He started to walk away, but decided to head back toward the restroom and saw a black handgun laying on the ground. He said he thought the firearm might have belonged to an officer. He allegedly said he picked it up and was going to give it to an officer but was taken into custody shortly after.

He was being held in Jackson County jail on a $25,000 bond.

Castillo made his initial appearance in Jackson County Circuit Court Friday afternoon, where a bond review hearing was set for 1 p.m. Feb. 26.

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February 16, 2024
Taylor Swift donates $100,000 to family of woman killed in Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl parade shooting

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Taylor Swift has donated $100,000 to the family of a beloved local radio host who was killed in the shooting at the Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl victory parade on Wednesday. More than 20 others were wounded in the deadly shooting.

On Thursday, Kansas City police identified 43-year-old Lisa Lopez-Galvan, who hosted radio station KFFI’s “Taste of Tejano,” as the sole deceased victim of the shooting that occurred as the Chiefs title celebration was concluding. KFFI first announced Lopez-Galvan’s death in a post on social media on Wednesday.

Radio DJ Lisa Lopez-Galvan, 43, was killed in the Kansas City Chiefs parade shooting.

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In wake of her death, a GoFundMe with the goal of $75,000 was created in her memory on Thursday. As of Friday afternoon, contributions surged past $260,000 total and Swift was among those who donated to the fund.

“Sending my deepest sympathies and condolences in the wake of your devastating loss,” Swift wrote on the fundraising website, with two donations of $50,000. Her representatives confirmed with CBS News that Swift, who is dating Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce, donated to the GoFundMe.

As for Lopez-Galvan’s family, they spoke with CBS News about her devastating loss. Beto Lopez, her brother, said Lopez-Galvan was “the life of the party.”

“There’s an initial shock, and it feels like a bad dream,” Lopez said.

Taylor Swift walks off the field after Super Bowl LVIII between the Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers at Allegiant Stadium on Feb. 11, 2024, in Las Vegas.

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Lopez-Galvan’s sister, Carmen Lopez-Murguia, said she was in good spirits at the parade.

“She was just really happy to be there,” said Lopez-Murguia. “We did not expect the day to end like this.”

Among the other victims, half were under the age of 16, with the youngest being just 8 years old.

Two juveniles were charged in connection with the deadly shooting. The unidentified suspects are being detained on gun-related and resisting arrest charges, according to a Jackson County family court statement released on Friday.

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February 16, 2024
Travis Kelce Slammed For Taking Selfies With Police Officers Hours After Chiefs Parade Shooting

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Hours after the tragedy, Travis Kelce took to X to address the parade shooting in Kansas City, Missouri on February 14, 2023. The parade was in celebration of the Kansas City Chiefs‘ victory against the San Francisco 49ers at Super Bowl LVIII just days prior. At least one person was killed and 21 others were shot, including children, officials told NBC News.

“I am heartbroken over the tragedy that took place today,” Travis posted on X. “My heart is with all who came out to celebrate with us and have been affected. KC, you mean the world to me.” Later in the night, TMZ reported that the Chiefs tight end took photos with police and law enforcement outside of Granfalloon Restaurant and Bar before heading in to have dinner with his teammates.

I am heartbroken over the tragedy that took place today. My heart is with all who came out to celebrate with us and have been affected. KC, you mean the world to me.

— Travis Kelce (@tkelce) February 15, 2024

People took to Twitter to react to the news of Travis Kelce taking photos with police. “Kelce is a complete narcissist, it all about him, he could care about others, plus he is a bully……” one person posted. Another one posted, “Not a good look IMO for him a few hours after a person was killed and others wounded.”

Other people defended Kelce, as one wrote, “No problem with him supporting first responders who were likely there today. And eating with teammates. Leave them all alone today.”

The Kansas City Chiefs released a statement shortly after the shooting. “We are truly saddened by the senseless act of violence that occurred outside of Union Station at the conclusion of today’s parade and rally. Our hearts go out to the victims, their families, and all of Kansas City,” their statement read.

“Three persons were detained and under investigation for today’s incident,” Kansas City Police Chief Stacey Graves said in a press conference. “Right now we do not have a motive.”

“I’m angry at what happened today,” Graves added. “The people who came to this celebration should expect a safe environment.”

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February 15, 2024
Kansas City Radio DJ Lisa Lopez-Galvan, Chiefs Super Bowl Parade Shooting Victim, Remembered As “Amazing Woman”

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Lisa Lopez-Galvan, a DJ at Kansas City’s KKFI radio station, died Wednesday after a shooting at the end of the Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl victory parade. A total of 21 others were wounded, including three Lopez-Galvan family members. The mother of two was in her mid-40s.

The host of KKFI’s Taste of Tejano was one of hundreds of thousands who attended the rally in the city celebrating the Chiefs’ Super Bowl win when multiple gunmen opened fire. Three people have been detained and are under investigation.

Lopez-Galvan’s devastated family remembered her as an “amazing woman.”

“She was so well loved in the Kansas City community,” said her niece, Deadline’s social media manager Natalie Sitek, adding that he aunt DJ’d for many weddings, quinceañeras, and events.

“She lit up any room she walked into,” Sitek continued. “She brought joy to all those around her. She was always the life of the party.”

Lopez-Galvan was also a big supporter of local sports teams.

“She loved to cheer on the Bishop Miege Stags, where she attended high school and her children attended,” Sitek said. “And she, of course, was a fan of the Kansas City Chiefs.”

It was Lopez-Galvan’s love for the Chiefs that brought her to the victory parade Wednesday.

“What was supposed to be a day of celebration turned into a tragedy as we lost a beautiful soul to another senseless act of gun violence,” Sitek said. “She will be missed dearly.”

Sitek’s three cousins injured in the shooting are expected to recover.

The radio station also put out a statement after the shooting, saying its “hearts and prayers are with her family,” and that the “senseless act has taken a beautiful person from her family and this KC community.”

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February 14, 2024
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February 14, 2024
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February 14, 2024
Kansas City shooting leaves 1 dead, 21 hurt, including kids, after Chiefs parade; person killed ID’d

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KANSAS CITY, Mo. — One person died and 21 more were injured by gunfire, including children, in a shooting after the Kansas City Chiefs parade and rally Wednesday to celebrate their Super Bowl win.

Radio station KFFI 90/1 FM identified the person killed as one of their DJs, Lisa Lopez-Galvan.

In a post on their Facebook page they wrote, “It is with sincere sadness and an extremely heavy and broken heart that we let our community know that KKFI DJ Lisa Lopez, host of Taste of Tejano lost her life today in the shooting at the KC Chiefs’ rally. Our hearts and prayers are with her family.We encourage anyone who feels they saw something to reach out to law enforcement at 816 234 5111. This senseless act has taken a beautiful person from her family and this KC Community.”

Those injured in the shooting were sent to four Kansas City hospitals for treatment. At least two are in critical condition at University Health Truman Medical Center, where a total of eight gunshot victims are being treated. They are also treating four people for other, non-gunshot injuries.

Children’s Mercy Kansas City Hospital said nine of their pediatric patients had gunshot wounds. They are treating a total of 12 patients, 11 of whom are children.

University of Kansas Medical Center and St. Luke’s Hospital of Kansas City are both treating one gunshot victim each. St. Luke’s said they have also received a handful of walk-in patients who were injured fleeing the area after shots were fired, but who were not injured by the gunfire.

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The mayor of Kansas City and Police Chief Stacey Graves gave an update on the shooting after the KC Chiefs parade and rally celebrating their Super Bowl win.

Kansas City Police Chief Stacey Graves said there are three people in custody and that number is believed to include the gunmen, though police said they are still working to determine if all three were involved in the shooting. She also said at least one weapon was recovered.

Graves said it was a shooting made by “a few bad actors” even in the presence of law enforcement, and no terrorism is suspected.

The motive for the shooting is still under investigation. The scene has been cleared and is being held as police collect physical and digital evidence. They are also still working to connect people with their loved ones, Graves said.

Mayor Quinton Lucas said there were 600 Kansas City, Missouri police officers and 250 officers from outside agencies at the parade, which was expected to be attended by at least 1 million people. No Chiefs players, coaches or staff were injured or involved in the shooting.

“This is not Kansas City. I’m angered by what happened,” said Chief Graves. “But I want you to know that the Kansas City Missouri Police Department and all the law enforcement officers that were there today that we’re serving and protecting, did the best they could and I’m so proud of them that they ran into danger. Getting two people into custody, and at the same time rendering life sustaining aid to those victims. We were here for a safe celebration and because of two bad actors or more is why we’re standing here today. We will recover as a city. My heart goes out to our victim who is deceased. But your police department stands ready, and we are invested in the safety and betterment of Kansas City.”

The Chiefs released a statement, saying in part, “We are truly saddened by the senseless act of violence that occurred outside of Union Station at the conclusion of today’s parade and rally. Our hearts go out to the victims, their families and all of Kansas City.”

Kansas City police said on X that “child reunification stations” were set up at the main entrance to Union Station, and at 2301 Main St. “We still have several needing reunification,” the tweet read. Police also asked witnesses to the shooting to go to a corner near Union Station.

Kansas City fire officials said one person is dead and nine were injured in a shooting after the Chief Super Bowl victory rally Wednesday.

The White House released a brief statement, saying, “The President has been briefed on the shooting in Kansas City and will continue to receive updates. White House officials have been in touch with state and local leaders, and federal law enforcement is on the scene supporting local law enforcement.” The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms confirmed ATF agents had been at the parade to support KCPD during the celebrations and are now assisting in the investigation into the shooting. The FBI is also working with local law enforcement, and Attorney General Merrick Garland is being apprised of the situation as it continues to develop.

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Multiple people near the parade route were carried away on stretchers shortly after Chiefs fans marked their third Super Bowl title in five seasons.

“All of a sudden, we see people running and we hear gunshots and we take off running. And we look over and there’s a guy next to us on the ground,” witness Jennifer Wilbers told Kansas City ABC affiliate KMBC.

Chiefs wide receiver Justin Watson told KMBC that the Chiefs players and their families are safe.

Players, including quarterback Patrick Mahomes, linebacker Drue Tranquill and guard Trey Smith, are speaking out on social media.

“People started crashing forward, everybody started running, there was screaming,” another woman told KMBC. “We didn’t know what was happening, but in this day and age when people run, you run.”

“We went where an elevator was, we shut the doors and sat back against the doors and we prayed,” she said.

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“There was yelling and we didn’t know if it was safe to leave, so we tried to block the doors. We heard the elevator start to move so we opened the doors and ran out — there were officers there,” she said. “I’ve never been so glad to see an officer in my life.”

Lisa Money of Kansas City, Kansas, was trying to gather some confetti near the end of the parade when she heard somebody yell, “Down, down, everybody down!”

At first Money thought somebody might be joking until she saw the SWAT team jumping over the fence.

“I can’t believe it really happened. Who in their right mind would do something like this? This is supposed to be a day of celebration for everybody in the city and the surrounding area. and then you’ve got some idiot that wants to come along and do something like this,” she said.

Kevin Sanders, 53, of Lenexa, Kansas, said he heard what sounded like firecrackers and then people running. After that initial flurry, calm returned, and he didn’t think much of it. But he said 10 minutes later, ambulances started showing up.

“It sucks that someone had to ruin the celebration, but we are in a big city,” Sanders said.

Missouri Gov. Mike Parson and the first lady were at the parade when shots were fired but are safe, Parson posted on X.

“State law enforcement personnel are assisting local authorities in response efforts,” Parson posted. “As we wait to learn more, our hearts go out to the victims.”

Chiefs trainer Rick Burkholder said he was with coach Andy Reid and other coaches and staff members, and the team was on buses and returning to Arrowhead Stadium.

Areas that had been filled with crowds were empty after the shooting, with police and firefighters standing and talking behind an area restricted by yellow tape.

Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl victory celebration draws massive crowd of elated fans

Throngs had lined the route, with fans climbing trees and street poles, or standing on rooftops for a better view. Players rolled through the crowd on double-decker buses, DJs and drummers heralding their arrival. Owner Clark Hunt was on one of those buses, holding the Lombardi Trophy.

“We are stacking up trophies,” linebacker Drue Tranquill said as he grabbed a reporter’s mic during Wednesday’s festivities to mark the Chiefs’ come-from-behind, 25-22 overtime win over the San Francisco 49ers.

“Best fans in the world,” exclaimed wide receiver Mecole Hardman, who caught the winning touchdown pass, as he walked along the route, with the players signing jerseys and at least one person’s head.

Key on the minds of many fans is whether pop superstar Taylor Swift would join her boyfriend Travis Kelce for the parade and victory speeches. Swift has not commented. She has a show in Melbourne, Australia, on Friday night, the first of three scheduled concerts on her Eras Tour. She was nowhere to be seen early in the parade.

“I missed last year. I said, ‘I’m not missing this year,’” said longtime fan Charles Smith Sr., who flew from his home in Sicklerville, New Jersey, for the parade.

The city and the team each chipped in around $1 million for the event commemorating Kelce, Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs becoming the first team since Tom Brady and the New England Patriots two decades ago to defend their title.

After decades without a championship, the city is gaining experience with victory parades. Five seasons ago, the Chiefs defeated the 49ers for the team’s first Super Bowl championship in 50 years. That followed the Kansas City Royals winning the World Series in 2015, the city’s first baseball championship in 30 years. That year, fans abandoned their cars on the side of the highway so they could walk to the celebration.

Then, last year, the Chiefs defeated the Philadelphia Eagles 38-35 and prophetically vowed they would be back for more.

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February 14, 2024
Multiple People, Including Children, Hurt In Shooting Near Kansas City Chiefs Parade – KXL

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KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Eight children were among 22 people hit by gunfire in a shooting at the end of Wednesday’s parade to celebrate the Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl win, authorities said, as terrified fans ran for cover and yet another high-profile public event was marred by gun violence. One person was killed.

Kansas City Police Chief Stacey Graves detailed the shooting’s toll at a news conference and said three people had been taken into custody. She said she has heard that fans may have been involved in apprehending a suspect but couldn’t immediately confirm that.

“I’m angry at what happened today. The people who came to this celebration should expect a safe environment.” Graves said. Police did not immediately release any details about the people taken into custody or about a possible motive for the shootings.

It is the latest sports celebration in the U.S. marred by gun violence, following a shooting last year in downtown Denver after the Nuggets’ winning an NBA championship that injured several people, and gunfire last year at a parking lot near the Texas Rangers’ World Series championship parade.

Social media users posted shocking video of police running through a crowded scene as people in attendance hurriedly scrambled for cover and ran away. One video showed someone apparently performing chest compressions on a shooting victim as another person, seemingly writhing in pain, lay on the ground nearby. People screamed in the background.

Another video showed two onlookers chase and tackle someone, holding that person down until two police officers arrived.

Kansas City has long struggled with gun violence, and in 2020 it was among nine cities targeted by the U.S. Justice Department in an effort to crack down on violent crime. In 2023 the city matched a record with 182 homicides, most of which involved guns.

Mayor Quinton Lucas has joined with mayors across the country in calling for new laws to reduce gun violence, including mandating universal background checks.

Lucas, who attended the celebration with his wife and mother, said he was heartbroken and angry.

“This is absolutely a tragedy, the likes of which we never would have expected in Kansas City, the likes of which we’ll remember for some time,” Lucas said.

Lisa Money of Kansas City, Kansas, was trying to gather some confetti near the end of the parade when she heard somebody yell, “Down, down, everybody down!”

At first Money thought somebody might be joking until she saw the SWAT team jumping over the fence.

“I can’t believe it really happened. Who in their right mind would do something like this? This is supposed to be a day of celebration for everybody in the city and the surrounding area. and then you’ve got some idiot that wants to come along and do something like this,” she said.

Kevin Sanders, 53, of Lenexa, Kansas, said he heard what sounded like firecrackers and then people running. After that initial flurry, calm returned, and he didn’t think much of it. But he said 10 minutes later, ambulances started showing up.

“It sucks that someone had to ruin the celebration, but we are in a big city,” Sanders said.

University Health spokeswoman Nancy Lewis said the hospital was treating eight gunshot victims. Two were in critical condition and six were in stable condition, she said. The hospital also was treating four people for other injuries resulting from the chaos after the shooting, Lewis said.

Lisa Augustine, spokesperson for Children’s Mercy Kansas City, said the hospital was treating 12 patients from the rally, including 11 children, some of whom suffered gunshot wounds.

St. Luke’s Hospital of Kansas City received one gunshot patient in critical condition and three walk-in patients with injuries that were not life- threatening, spokesperson Laurel Gifford said.

“When you have this many casualties, it’s going to get spread out among a lot of hospitals so that you don’t overwhelm any single ER,” she said.

Chiefs trainer Rick Burkholder said he was with coach Andy Reid and other coaches and staff members at the time of the shooting, and that the team was on buses and returning to Arrowhead Stadium.

“Praying for Kansas City,” Chiefs quarterback and Super Bowl MVP Patrick Mahomes said in a post on X, formerly known as Twitter, that also included three emojis of hands in prayer.

Missouri’s Republican Gov. Mike Parson and First Lady Teresa Parson were at the parade during the gunfire but were unhurt. “Thanks to the professionalism of our security officers and first responders, Teresa and I and our staff are safe and secure,” Parson said in a statement.

President Joe Biden has been briefed on the shooting in Kansas City and will continue to receive updates, a White House spokesperson said. White House officials have been in touch with state and local leaders, and federal law enforcement is on the scene supporting local law enforcement.

Areas that had been filled with crowds were empty after the shooting, with police and firefighters standing and talking behind an area restricted by yellow tape.

Throngs had lined the route, with fans climbing trees and street poles, or standing on rooftops for a better view. Players rolled through the crowd on double-decker buses, DJs and drummers heralding their arrival. Owner Clark Hunt was on one of those buses, holding the Lombardi Trophy.

The city and the team each chipped in around $1 million for the event commemorating Travis Kelce, Mahomes and the Chiefs becoming the first team since Tom Brady and the New England Patriots two decades ago to defend their title.

After decades without a championship, the city is gaining experience with victory parades. Five seasons ago, the Chiefs defeated the 49ers for the team’s first Super Bowl championship in 50 years. That followed the Kansas City Royals winning the World Series in 2015, the city’s first baseball championship in 30 years. That year, fans abandoned their cars on the side of the highway so they could walk to the celebration.

Then, last year, the Chiefs defeated the Philadelphia Eagles 38-35 and prophetically vowed they would be back for more

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1 killed in shooting after Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl parade near Union Station

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At least one person was killed and several others were wounded in a shooting near Union Station in Kansas City, Missouri, at the conclusion of the Chiefs’ Super Bowl victory parade Wednesday, police said.

The shooting happened west of Union Station, Kansas City Police Department Chief Stacey Graves said in a news conference. Graves confirmed one victim was dead and said 10 to 15 people might have been injured but that it was not clear yet how many were gunshot victims. Officials said all Chiefs players and coaches had been accounted for.

Two people were taken into custody shortly after the shooting, Graves said. One suspect was arrested after being chased by police shortly after the shots were fired, Graves said. She said she was aware of reports that bystanders had helped subdue the suspects, but she could not confirm those reports.

Graves said police are still investigating the motive for the shooting. A law enforcement source told CBS News the shooting may have been the result of an argument or dispute that turned violent and did not initially appear to be the result of terrorism or extremism at this time. The source noted nothing had been ruled out yet, however.

The police chief said the investigation was still active and in the very initial stages. Graves said officials were still waiting to find out more information about the condition of the victims.

A person received medial attention after shots were fired near Union Station in Kansas City, Missouri, after the Chiefs’ Super Bowl victory parade on Feb. 14.

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Saint Luke’s Hospital told CBS News it was treating one gunshot patient who was in critical condition. An official from Children’s Mercy Hospital said the medical center was “receiving patients from the rally,” but did not give an exact number or their conditions.

University Health hospital in Kansas City said it was treating eight gunshot victims and that two were in critical condition. The hospital also said it was treating four other injured victims who were not shot.

“I’m angry at what happened today,” Graves said at the news conference. “The people who came to this celebration should expect a safe environment.”

Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas said he had run to safety when he heard the shots. He thanked law enforcement officers for their quick response and for “running towards danger.” He said more than 800 police officers were deployed for the parade.

“I’m heartbroken,” Lucas said at the news conference. “I don’t want us to have to, in our country, for every big event, think about a concern of being shot”

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Images and videos shared on social media showed people in Chiefs jerseys and hats running away from Union Station as police officers and first responders rushed to the scene. Other images showed several people receiving medical attention and being carried away on stretchers.

Police posted a message on social media asking “witnesses to the shooting” to meet with officers at a nearby intersection. The Kansas City Police Department also said several children had been separated from their parents or chaperones and it had set up a child reunification location near Union Station.

A woman is taken to an ambulance after an incident following the Kansa City Chiefs NFL football Super Bowl celebration in Kansas City, Mo., Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2024. The Chiefs defeated the San Francisco 49ers Sunday in the Super Bowl 58.

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The office of Missouri Gov. Mike Parson posted a statement on social media saying Parson and his wife were at the parade when the shots were fired. “They are safe and secure,” the statement said. “State law enforcement personnel are assisting local authorities in response efforts.”

“As we wait to learn more, our hearts go out to the victims,” the statement added. “We also want to thank the Missouri State Highway Patrol, KCPD, and other first responders for their quick and professional actions.”

Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly posted on social media that she was also at the parade but had “been evacuated and am out of harm’s way.”

“I encourage everyone to follow instructions and updates” from the police, Kelly said.

Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes wrote on social media he was “praying for Kansas City”

— Pat Milton contributed reporting.

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At Least 10 People Shot At Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl Rally Shooting

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At least ten people were shot, and five people were hospitalized in a shooting at the Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl victory rally.

CNN reported, “CNN has just confirmed details on the number of victims hurt in this shooting that we’ve learned took place at the Super Bowl victory rally after the Kansas City Chiefs won the Super Bowl; they were celebrating in downtown today, we’ve learned that upwards of ten victims were injured. This is at Union Station; this was near the end of the rally itself.”

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— Sarah Reese Jones (@PoliticusSarah) February 14, 2024

We have reached a point in America where nowhere is safe from gun violence. People can’t go to work, school, the movies, a concert, a bar, church, or even a community celebration of a Super Bowl victory without being worried about being shot or injured.

At some point, the nation has to stand up and demand an end to the insanity.

While the details of the Kansas City incident are still unfolding at this time, America seems to be less by following the Republican policy of reducing fun violence by giving everyone more guns.

The incident at the Chiefs victory rally demonstrates that there is another crisis in America that Republicans refuse to talk about. It is the crisis of gun violence.

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‘Collective Mind’: Researchers Examine Social Effects of Watching the Same Thing Together | High Times

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More than 123 million people tuned in to watch the Kansas City Chiefs (and Taylor Swift) claim yet another Super Bowl triumph on Sunday, making it the most-watched television program in history.

That’s useful grist for recently published research examining how watching the same thing can bring people together.

It is known as the “theory of the collective mind,” which refers to the human ability to take in a collective perspective.

Garriy Shteynberg, a professor of psychology at the University of Tennessee-Knoxville, published the research on the theory last year, and recently expounded upon the scholarship in a piece published last month.

“Theory of mind research has traditionally focused on the ascription of mental states to a single individual. Here, we introduce a theory of collective mind: the ascription of a unified mental state to a group of agents with convergent experiences. Rather than differentiation between one’s personal perspective and that of another agent, a theory of collective mind requires perspectival unification across agents,” Shteynberg and his colleagues wrote in the study’s abstract last year.

“We review recent scholarship across the cognitive sciences concerning the conceptual foundations of collective mind representations and their empirical induction through the synchronous arrival of shared information. Research suggests that representations of a collective mind cause psychological amplification of co-attended stimuli, create relational bonds, and increase cooperation, among co-attendees.”

In his piece last month, Shteynberg noted the relevance of such research, given the increased polarization and decline in institutional trust in the United States.

“Only about 1 in 4 Americans said that they had trust in the nation’s institutions in 2023 – with big business (1 in 7), television news (1 in 7) and Congress (1 in 12) scraping the very bottom,” he wrote.

“While institutional trust is decreasing, political polarization is increasing. The majority of Republicans (72%) and Democrats (64%) think of each other as more immoral than other Americans – a nearly 30% rise from 2016 to 2022. When compared with similar democracies, the United States has exhibited the largest increase in animus toward the opposing political party over the past 40 years.”

In a context in which we can’t agree on anything where, Shteynberg wonders, does that leave us?

“When public trust and political consensus disappear, what remains? This question has occupied my research for the past 20 years, both as a scholar trained in social anthropology, organizational science and social cognition and as a professor of psychology,” he said.

“Researchers don’t have all the answers, but it seems that even in the absence of public trust and agreement, people can share experiences. Whether watching a spelling bee or a football game, ‘we’ still exist if ‘we’ can witness it together.”

Shteynberg goes on to explain that he and his colleagues have been driven to explore the “foundation of collective mind,” saying that what they study in the lab “is shared attention, instances when people experience the world with others.”

Those lab experiments, he says, underscore the value of “shared experiences,” saying they “amplify psychological and behavioral reactions to the world” in adults.

“My colleagues and I find that compared with attending to the world alone, or at different times than others, synchronous attention with others yields stronger memories, deeper emotions and firmer motivations. Studies show that seeing words together renders them more memorable, watching sad movies together makes them sadder, and focusing together on shared goals increases efforts toward their pursuit. Sharing attention to the behavior of others yields more imitation of that behavior,” he says.

“Critically, those experiencing something with you need not be physically present. Although in some experiments participants sit side by side, in other studies participants believe they are attending together from different lab rooms or even across the nation. Irrespective of the location, the sense that ‘we are attending’ to something together at the same time – as compared with in solitude or on your own schedule – amplifies the experience.”

Shteynberg highlights two examples of disparate sizes –– watching a movie in a theater or watching the Super Bowl –– as important instances of shared experiences with Americans, who are increasingly isolated in a society that conducts more and more business online.

“Before the advent of the internet, Americans shared attention broadly – they watched the same nightly news together, even if they did not always agree whether it was good or bad. Today, with people’s attention divided into media silos, there are more obstacles than ever to sharing attention with those with whom you disagree,” he says. “And yet, even when we can no longer agree on what ‘we’ believe, sharing attention to the basic sights and sounds of our world connects us. These moments can be relatively small, like watching a movie in the theater, or large, like watching the Super Bowl. However, remembering that we are sharing such experiences with Americans of all political persuasions is important.”

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Memorable Super Bowl LVIII moments

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Super Bowl LVIII, Told by AI Deepfakes

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Super Bowl XVIII was jam-packed with celebrities, love stories, angry outbursts, and even some football. Many of us watched the Super Bowl on TV with our own two eyes, but Gizmodo set out to learn what the big game would have looked like through the eyes of an AI image generator.

Gizmodo used Midjourney to create visual representations of some of the Super Bowl’s biggest moments. AI deepfakes are slowly becoming a central component of our society, so we figured we might as well get ahead of the curve, and just make these before someone else does. Some are surprisingly accurate while others are painfully wrong. Maybe in the future, we won’t even need a real Super Bowl. We can just AI deepfake the whole thing.

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February 12, 2024
Blake Lively’s Super Bowl Jewelry Cost HOW MUCH?! – Perez Hilton

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Best believe she’s Bejeweled!

As we’ve been reporting on all the fun surrounding the Super Bowl and Taylor Swift‘s A-list squad, Blake Lively‘s AH-Mazing outfit didn’t go unnoticed by fans! The 36-year-old showed up to the big game alongside her BFF Tay and rapper Ice Spice to cheer on Travis Kelce. She came dressed to the nines with a gorg curly hair look and a super fun Adidas tracksuit in Kansas City Chiefs red — all paired together with some chunky gold jewelry that sparkled under the VIP suite lights.

The golden dazzlers weren’t just costume gems, though! Apparently Ryan Reynolds‘ wife dropped some SERIOUS dough on her bangle bracelets, thick chain necklace, and dangly earrings!!

Related: Taylor’s Favorite Number Was All Over The Super Bowl!

At Allegiant Stadium, per Page Six, the actress and momma of four had a number of Tiffany and Elsa Peretti pieces on her. They included a silver chainlink necklace valued at $18,500, a gold graduated link necklace valued at $62,000, and a diamond pavé necklace worth the most at a whopping $78,000. That’s nearly $159,000 ON HER NECK ALONE!

Moving to her wrists, the Gossip Girl alum wore 14 different bracelets — with the cheapest one being well over a thousand dollars! She had on two link bracelets of the same design in different styles for $12,500 and $26,000 respectively, as well as a series of an Elsa Peretti cuff that goes for $12,300 and a doughnut bangle for $29,000. She stacked up two diamond and white gold bangles for $56,000 in total.

And if you thought she was done, you thought wrong! Her accessories continued with two Tiffany bangles valued at $7,500 and $7,800 — and she tacked on two diamond versions of those bangles as well for $27,000 and $39,000! Taking a break from all the gold jewels, Blake decided to mix in some silver with a $42,000 lock bangle, a half pavé white gold bangle for $17,000, and another Elsa Peretti knot bangle covered in diamonds which retails for $54,000.

The least expensive wrist accessory of the night was valued at $1,825 — being a simple sterling silver bangle — leaving the total value of her wrists alone at $304,925. WILD!!

Blake’s two sets of earrings were a simple pair of Tiffany Solitaire diamonds which retail for $1,650 and some Elsa Peretti snake danglers valued at around $4,000 — but to Swifties, that subtle nod to the forthcoming rerecording of Reputation (Taylor’s Version) is priceless! Take all that together and The Shallows star wore $469,075 worth of jewelry on her person at the game. Nearly half a MILLION bucks worth of accessories all paired with a tracksuit! Iconic!

Ch-ch-check out her full outfit (below):

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