The Kansas City Chiefs received their latest grades from the NFL Players Association this week after they released their annual team report cards. The Chiefs saw a slight improvement compared to past years, but overall they remain in the bottom tier of the league. Kansas City moved up to 26th overall in 2025 after finishing 31st in 2024 and 29th in 2023.
These annual rankings are an accumulation of various aspects such as direct player feedback, team facilities, treatment of players, and organizational support. The Chiefs managed to improve in some of these areas this year, particularly with their nutrition and training staff. However, there are still several areas that remain a concern for the team. Primarily, their locker room, training room, and weight room received some of the worst grades on the report. It illustrated once again that players desperately want these areas addressed.
Chiefs Make Progress In Key Areas
Although this year’s report for Kansas City didn’t pass with flying colors, there was improvement across the board. The category that showed such improvement was nutrition. In 2024, this part of the team received an F. This year they jumped up to an A-.
The team hired a full-time dietitian. That played a significant role in this drastic improvement. It ensured the players not only had access to better food options but also had the option to have personalized meal plan options. This was one of the few moves made by the organization that was widely praised by the players and helped to boost their grades and overall perception of the team and upper management.
Another area that saw a noticeable bump from a year ago is the training staff. In 2024, this part of the team received an F. This year they moved up to a C. Although they still rank 28th out of 32 teams in the league, the improvement is a sign that things are moving in the right direction. The players are being provided with better treatment and care. These evaluations are based on factors like injury management, rehab effectiveness, and how much trust players have in the medical team.
The other area of the team that saw a significant jump just a year later was ownership. In 2024, Owner Clark Hunt received an F- grade. In 2025, it improved to a C-. This grade reflects a consistent investment in team facilities and the culture throughout the franchise. Even with these improvements, at least in the player’s eyes, the franchise remains in the league’s bottom tier. Chiefs players have acknowledged the improvements made but have also continued to share their concerns about the team’s overall commitment to upgrading resources.
Persistent Issues Remain a Concern
Even with the improvements, the Chiefs continue to come up short in several key areas. One of the main areas this is true for is their locker room which in 2024 received an F grade, and only saw a slight bump this year to a D-. This has been something players have repeatedly voiced their concerns about for ownership to invest in renovations and better accommodations. As it is now, the Chiefs rank 28th in the league in this area, with only 63% of their players considering their space good enough.
The weight room was also a major concern for the players. This area of the team ranked 30th out of 32 teams. Many of the Chiefs players believe the equipment they are using is outdated and the space simply lacks the necessary resources for proper training. With that being said it appears their coaches have been able to make the most of it and because of that received a B grade in 2025. However, without these changes to the entirety of the facility, the players feel like their overall effectiveness is being limited.
In the same area, the Chiefs’ training room was also a low point for the players, with this area ranking 29th overall in the NFL. Players once again reported their dissatisfaction, with the ire of their concerns being the team’s treatment options and the availability of necessary equipment. While the training staff has made some progress from two years ago, they still lack the desired physical space, and they feel upgrades need to be made.
Additional Areas Of Concern For Kansas City
One of the biggest complaints from players involved the hotel accommodations for home games. The current accommodations received the lowest ranking in the league. The players cited issues like unclean floors and leftover trash. Many have requested a switch to a better facility, but no changes have been made so far.
Another ongoing concern is the team’s approach to family accommodations. While the Chiefs introduced stadium daycare for game days, they ranked just 15th in family treatment. Players appreciate the efforts but believe there is room for improvement in how families are welcomed and supported during the season.
Despite these shortcomings, Head Coach Andy Reid continues to be a bright spot. He once again received an A+ rating from players, ranking first among all NFL coaches. Reid’s leadership remains highly respected, and players consistently praise his approach to team management and player relationships.
Final Thoughts
Although in 2025 the Chiefs have made some progress in their NFLPA report card, they still rank near the bottom of the league. The team’s main improvements this year came from their nutrition, training staff, and ownership investment which shows steps being taken in the right direction. Yet, there are still real issues that the players feel need to be addressed. Upgrades to their locker room, weight room, and training facilities are once again at the top of the list.
As the Chiefs look ahead to this upcoming season and look ahead to the future of their organization, these rankings provide a clear roadmap for changes that are needed. With the continued investment by ownership in their resources and facilities, the team has the chance to climb out of this tier of NFL teams. They will aim to work their way into some of the best-graded teams like the Dolphins, Vikings, and Falcons who were the top three in this year’s report. For now, however, the Chiefs remain a work in progress in the eyes of their players.
