The Kansas City Chiefs announced their 2025 training camp dates, starting July 21. See how roster battles for Rashee Rice & JuJu Smith-Schuster will shape the season.
StatPro NFL Beat Reporter
The summer quiet is officially over, Chiefs Kingdom. While the offseason lull has been long, the Kansas City Chiefs gave us the news we've all been waiting for today, officially dropping the 2025 Training Camp dates and firing the starting pistol on the race for the 53-man roster.
Both rookies and veterans will report to Missouri Western State University for the 2025 Training Camp on Monday, July 21.
The team announced on Wednesday that the road to the 2025 season will once again run through St. Joseph, Missouri. In a show of commitment, the Chiefs also signed a multi-year extension to keep their summer home at Missouri Western State University. Rookies and veterans are set to report on Monday, July 21, with the first practice open to the public scheduled for Wednesday, July 23. For fans eager to see the champs up close, season ticket members can reserve their free tickets starting June 24, with the general public getting their chance on June 25.
With camp on the horizon, the spotlight intensifies on key position groups, none more so than wide receiver. While Rashee Rice is expected to be a major contributor upon his full return, several coveted roster spots are up for grabs. Veterans like Tyquan Thornton and JuJu Smith-Schuster (or 'Guju,' as some call him) are entering a crucial preseason where every rep will count. Analysts believe that the odd man out in this crowded room could be destined for the practice squad, assuming their preseason tape doesn't get them poached by another team first. The pressure is on.
The Chiefs aren't just preparing for camp; they're preparing for a gauntlet. The 2025-2026 schedule is loaded with high-stakes matchups, including three Sunday Night Football appearances: September 21 vs. the Giants, October 12 vs. the Lions, and a December 7 showdown with the Texans. The season kicks off with tough home games against the Chargers and Eagles, and the path through the AFC includes battles with playoff contenders like the Ravens and Bills. There will be no easy weeks for the back-to-back champs.
On the health front, the news is positive. The team reported no new injuries on Wednesday, and the outlook for players recovering from offseason issues remains bright. Both wide receiver Rashee Rice and tight end Jared Wiley are reportedly progressing well in their respective recoveries and are expected to be active participants when training camp begins later this month. Having key offensive weapons healthy and ready for camp is a critical first step in the team's 2025 campaign.
With camp dates locked in, fierce roster spots on the line, and a schedule packed with heavyweight bouts, the journey to a historic three-peat feels more real than ever. The countdown is officially on for July 21st, when the Chiefs return to St. Joseph to begin their title defense. Get your calendars ready, Chiefs Kingdom, because football is almost back.
