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Bright spot in forgettable season Bolton recorded 154 tackles (73 solo) including 1.0 sacks, six passes defensed, one interception and one forced fumble in 17 games with Kansas City in 2025.

Impact Bolton retained his role as the Chiefs' top linebacker after they signed him to a three-year, $45 million contract back in March, and he led the team in total tackles for the second straight year. In fact, his season tackle total was tied for the seventh-best in the league. He has reestablished himself as one of the better linebackers in the NFL and projects as a strong IDP option for 2026.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Nick Bolton calls Steve Spagnuolo a 'Hall of Fame hire' in gushing endorsement Nick Bolton’s ringing endorsement underscores why Steve Spagnuolo’s head-coaching candidacy won’t lack credibility.

6 DAYS AGO • ARROWHEADADDICT.COM

Nick Bolton Speaks to the Media | Press Conference 1/5 Nick Bolton speaks to the media on Monday, January 5 and reflects on the 2025 season.

JANUARY 5 • CHIEFS.COM

Nick Bolton: 'You Want to End the Year on a Positive Note' | Press Conference 12/31 Nick Bolton speaks to the media on Wednesday, December 31.

DECEMBER 31, 2025 • CHIEFS.COM

Big performance Christmas Day Bolton tallied 12 tackles (six solo) and an interception during the Chiefs' 20-13 loss to the Broncos on Thursday.

Impact Bolton finished Thursday's contest as the game's leading tackler and picked off Bo Nix late in the first quarter, which the Chiefs offense converted into a five-yard touchdown pass from Chris Oladokun to Brashard Smith 10 plays later. It was Bolton's first interception of the season and first pick since Week 15 of the 2024 season. Bolton has logged double-digit stops in five consecutive games and is up to 145 tackles (49 solo), including 1.0 sacks, six pass defenses and one forced fumble through 16 regular-season games.

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Can't-Miss Play: Tip-Drill Interception! Kristian Fulton's Diving Deflection Leads to Nick Bolton's Pick The Kansas City Chiefs defensive comes up with a spectacular turnover with cornerback Kristian Fulton diving to deflect a pass into the gras...

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • CHIEFS.COM

Chiefs' Get Good News on Christmas Night Inactives KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Nick Bolton, George Karlaftis are up. Jaylon Moore and Derrick Nnadi are down. Those are notable developments after the C...

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • SI.COM

All set for Christmas night Bolton (illness) is active for Thursday night's contest against Denver.

Impact Bolton was added to the injury report with an illness Wednesday, but he'll now ultimately be good to go for Week 17. The linebacker has compiled 44 total tackles (21 solo), including 1.0 sacks, while also adding two passes defensed over the last four games.

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Uncertain Thursday due to illness Bolton (illness) is questionable for Thursday's Week 17 game against Denver.

Impact Bolton popped up on the injury report as limited Wednesday after coming down with an illness. His official status for Thursday may not be known until the Chiefs release their list of inactives approximately 90 minutes prior to the 8:15 p.m. ET kickoff. Should Bolton be unable to play, Jack Cochrane could draw a start at linebacker.

DECEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

First sack of season in Week 16 Bolton recorded 10 tackles (four solo), including 1.0 sacks, in Kansas City's 26-9 loss to Tennessee on Sunday.

Impact Bolton's second-quarter sack of Cam Ward was Bolton's first of the season. He's now produced double-digit tackles in four straight games and has logged 133 tackles (63 solo), five pass breakups and one forced fumble across 15 starts this season.

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Chiefs' injury-riddled season hits new low with 26-9 loss to Titans

The Kansas City Chiefs have faced a tough season, marked by injuries and a recent 26-9 loss to the Tennessee Titans

DECEMBER 22, 2025 • Associated Press

LB Nick Bolton What's the challenge of getting ready for a game like this with Patrick Mahomes out and no playoffs at stake? What did it take inside for yo...

DECEMBER 22, 2025 • TENNESSEETITANS.COM

How Chiefs Realized Bolton's Value When He Left Twice on Sunday KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Allen Wright does a lot to help the Chiefs but he really earned his paycheck in the first quarter last Sunday. When Nick...

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • SI.COM

Nick Bolton on Final Three Games: 'We've Got a Great Opportunity in Front of Us' | Press Conference 12/19 Nick Bolton speaks to the media on Friday, December 19.

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • CHIEFS.COM

Logs 11 tackles in defeat Bolton recorded 11 tackles (five solo) in the Chiefs' loss to the Chargers on Sunday.

Impact Bolton has recorded double-digit tackles in three straight games and six of his 14 appearances this season. Through 14 starts, Bolton has piled up 123 tackles (59 solo), five pass breakups and one forced fumble on 97 percent of Kansas City's defensive snaps.

DECEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Patrick Mahomes suffers a torn ACL and Chiefs say he's considering surgical options

Patrick Mahomes has torn the ACL in his left knee

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • Associated Press

Cleared of illness Bolton (illness) doesn't have an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game against the Chargers.

Impact Bolton missed Thursday's practice due to a sudden illness, but a prompt upgrade back to full participation Friday cleansed him of any injury designation for Sunday. The starting middle linebacker should be all set to suit up for a key divisional matchup that, if lost, could all but eliminate the Chiefs from playoff contention.

DECEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Does not practice Thursday Bolton (illness) did not participate in practice Thursday.

Impact Bolton was not listed on the injury report Wednesday, but was unable to participate Thursday with an unknown illness. The 25-year-old star will likely need to return to practice in some capacity Friday to have a chance to play Sunday versus the Chargers. The fifth-year pro has 112 tackles (54 solo), five pass breakups and a forced fumble through Week 14.

DECEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Double-digit stops in loss Bolton recorded 12 total tackles (six solo) in Sunday night's 20-10 loss to the Texans.

Impact Bolton was able to pace the team in takedowns in Week 14, securing double-digit stops for the second straight game and third time in the last five contests overall. The linebacker has now registered 112 total tackles (54 solo), five passes defensed and a forced fumble over 13 games this year.

DECEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Chris Jones and Nick Bolton Bring Woody Marks down for a 4-yard Tackle for Loss Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones and linebacker Nick Bolton join forces on 4-yard tackle for loss against Houston Texans runn...

DECEMBER 8, 2025 • CHIEFS.COM

Under the Helmet: Nick Bolton Get to know a bit more about linebacker Nick Bolton in this edition of Under the Helmet, presented by T-Mobile.

DECEMBER 6, 2025 • CHIEFS.COM

Nick Bolton: 'We've Got a New Challenge In Front of Us and We're Embracing It' | Press Conference 12/5 Nick Bolton speaks to the media on Friday, December 5th.

DECEMBER 5, 2025 • CHIEFS.COM

'Attack December & Earn It' - Chiefs vs. Texans Preview w/ Nick Bolton | Defending the Kingdom

DECEMBER 4, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Game-high 11 stops Thursday Bolton posted 11 tackles (six solo) and two pass defenses during the Chiefs' 31-28 loss to the Cowboys on Thursday.

Impact It was another productive game for Bolton, who led both teams in tackles while logging double-digit stops for the fourth time this season. The fifth-year linebacker has officially cracked the century mark with 100 tackles (48 solo) through 12 regular-season games, and he needs just six more stops to tie his mark from the 2024 campaign (across 16 regular-season contests).

NOVEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Logs eight tackles vs. Colts Bolton recorded eight total tackles (two solo) in Sunday's 23-20 overtime win over the Colts.

Impact The Missouri product played 100 percent of the Chiefs' defensive snaps for the third consecutive game and led the team in total tackles during the Week 12 win. Bolton is one of Kansas City's most impactful defenders, appearing in 11 games and recording 89 total tackles, three passes defensed and one forced fumble. He's expected to remain a viable IDP option in the Week 13 matchup against the Cowboys on Thursday.

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Chiefs' injury-riddled season hits new low with 26-9 loss to Titans

Patrick Mahomes suffers a torn ACL and Chiefs say he's considering surgical options