Chiefs Could Share Plenty in Common With Jordan's Bulls

A script to rival all scripts as Kansas City's veteran stars aim for another Super Bowl title.

Feb. 19, 2026 at 5:47am

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The article explores the potential for the Kansas City Chiefs to emulate the success of Michael Jordan's 1997-98 Chicago Bulls team, with a roster of veteran stars like Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, Chris Jones, Tyreek Hill, and Kareem Hunt aiming to win another Super Bowl title.

Why it matters

The parallels between the Chiefs' veteran core and the aging Bulls team that won its sixth NBA title in 1998 could make for a nostalgic and compelling storyline if Kansas City can capture another championship. It would be a remarkable feat for a group of 30-somethings to defy Father Time and win it all, just as Jordan, Pippen, and the Bulls did in their final season together.

The details

The article notes that if the Chiefs can re-sign key free agents like Tyreek Hill, Kareem Hunt, and Travis Kelce, they could field a roster with a combined age of 163 years - very similar to the 168-year-old Bulls team that won the 1998 NBA title. The Chiefs would also need to overcome a potential rival in the NFC, much like the Bulls had to deal with the Detroit Pistons' 'Bad Boys' in the late 1980s.

  • Michael Jordan's NASCAR team, 23XI Racing, won the Daytona 500 on Sunday, February 16, 2026.
  • Michael Jordan turned 63 years old on Tuesday, February 18, 2026.

The players

Tyreek Hill

A 32-year-old wide receiver for the Kansas City Chiefs who was recently released by the Miami Dolphins.

Patrick Mahomes

The 31-year-old quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs.

Chris Jones

The 32-year-old defensive tackle for the Kansas City Chiefs.

Travis Kelce

The 37-year-old tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs who is a free agent.

Kareem Hunt

The 31-year-old running back for the Kansas City Chiefs who is a free agent.

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