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Like the other 31 clubs in the National Football League, the Kansas City Chiefs have a rich history that began in 1960 during the franchise’s early days as the Dallas Texans. Several decades later, the Chiefs have a storied past filled with many big names that have passed through and left behind a piece that makes Chiefs’ lore what it is today.

Beginning in 1971, the Chiefs began celebrating the players that have become highlights and even legends while wearing the red and gold. Below is each player that has become a Chiefs Hall of Honor inductee.

By clicking on any of the players below (names in bold), you’ll be redirected to a detailed profile telling the story about their football journey and why they continue to live forever as a part of Chiefs’ history.

Dante Hall – Wide Receiver – Inducted in 2023 – Played with the Kansas City Chiefs from 2000-2006.
Kimble Anders – Fullback – Inducted in 2022 – Played with the Kansas City Chiefs from 1991-2000.
Tim Grunhard – Center – Inducted in 2021 – Played with the Kansas City Chiefs from 1990-2000.
Brian Waters – Offensive Guard – Inducted in 2019 – Played with the Kansas City Chiefs from 2000-2010.
Tony Gonzalez – Tight End – Inducted in 2018 – Played with the Kansas City Chiefs from 1997-2008.
Carlos Carson – Wide Receiver – Inducted in 2017 – Played with the Kansas City Chiefs from 1980-1989.
Tony Richardson – Fullback – Inducted in 2016 – Played with the Kansas City Chiefs from 1995-2005.
Gary Green – Cornerback – Inducted in 2015 – Played with the Kansas City Chiefs from 1977-1983.
Priest Holmes – Running back – Inducted in 2014 – Played with the Kansas City Chiefs from 2001-2007.
Gary Barbaro – Defensive back – Inducted in 2013 – Played with the Kansas City Chiefs from 1976-1982.
Will Shields – Offensive Guard – Inducted in 2012 – Played with the Kansas City Chiefs from 1993-2006.
Kevin Ross – Cornerback – Inducted in 2011 – Played for the Kansas City Chiefs from 1984-1993, 1997.
Marty Schottenheimer – Head Coach – Inducted in 2010 – Coached the Kansas City Chiefs from 1989-1998.
Nick Lowery – Kicker – Inducted in 2009 – Played with the Kansas City Chiefs from 1980-1993.
Curley Culp – Defensive Tackle – Inducted in 2008 – Played for the Kansas City Chiefs from 1968-1974.
Albert Lewis – Cornerback – Inducted in 2007 – Played for the Kansas City Chiefs from 1983-1993.
Neil Smith – Defensive end – Inducted in 2006 – Played for the Kansas City Chiefs from 1988-1996.
Jack Steadman – Exec. – Inducted in 2005 – Associated with the Dallas Texans / Kansas City Chiefs from 1960-1989.
Joe Delaney – Running back – Inducted in 2004 – Played for the Kansas City Chiefs from 1981-1982.
Gary Spani – Linebacker – Inducted in 2003 – Played for the Kansas City Chiefs from 1978-1986.
John Alt – Offensive Tackle – Inducted in 2002 – Played for the Kansas City Chiefs from 1984-1996.
Derrick Thomas – Linebacker – Inducted in 2001 – Played for the Kansas City Chiefs from 1989-1999.
Christian Okoye – Running back – Inducted in 2000 – Played for the Kansas City Chiefs from 1987-1992.
Lloyd Burruss – Cornerback – Inducted in 1999 – Played for the Kansas City Chiefs from 1981-1991.
Art Still – Defensive End – Inducted in 1998 – Played for the Kansas City Chiefs from 1978-1987.
Dave Hill – Offensive Tackle – Inducted in 1997 – Played for the Kansas City Chiefs from 1963-1974.
Deron Cherry – Safety – Inducted in 1996 – Played for the Kansas City Chiefs from 1981-1991.
Curtis McClinton – Running Back – Inducted in 1995 – Played for the Dallas Texans / Kansas City Chiefs from 1962-1969.
Jack Rudnay – Center – Inducted in 1994 – Played for the Kansas City Chiefs from 1970-1982.
Sherrill Headrick – Linebacker – Inducted in 1993 – Played for the Dallas Texans / Kansas City Chiefs from 1960-1967.
Jan Stenerud – Kicker – Inducted in 1992 – Played for the Kansas City Chiefs from 1967-1979.
Abner Haynes – Running Back – Inducted in 1991 – Played for the Dallas Texans / Kansas City Chiefs from 1960-1964.
Jim Lynch – Linebacker – Inducted in 1990 – Played for the Kansas City Chiefs from 1967-1977.
Ed Podolak – Running Back – Inducted in 1989 – Played for the Kansas City Chiefs from 1969-1977.
Jerrel Wilson – Punter – Inducted in 1988 – Played for the Kansas City Chiefs from 1963-1977.
Hank Stram – Head Coach – Inducted in 1987 – Coached the Dallas Texans / Kansas City Chiefs from 1960-1974.
Emmitt Thomas – Cornerback – Inducted in 1986 – Played for the Kansas City Chiefs from 1966-1978.
Willie Lanier – Linebacker – Inducted in 1985 – Played for the Kansas City Chiefs from 1967-1977.
Ed Budde – Offensive Guard – Inducted in 1984 – Played for the Kansas City Chiefs from 1963-1976.
Otis Taylor – Wide Receiver – Inducted in 1982 – Played for the Kansas City Chiefs from 1965-1975.
“Buck” Buchanan – Defensive Tackle – Inducted in 1981 – Played for the Kansas City Chiefs from 1963-1975.
Bobby Bell – Linebacker – Inducted in 1980 – Played for the Kansas City Chiefs from 1963-1974.
Len Dawson – Quarterback – Inducted in 1979 – Played for the Dallas Texans / Kansas City Chiefs from 1962-1975.
Mike Garrett – Running Back – Inducted in 1978 – Played for the Kansas City Chiefs from 1966-1970.
Jim Tyrer -Offensive Tackle – Inducted in 1977 – Played for the Dallas Texans / Kansas City Chiefs from 1961-1974.
E.J. Holub – Center/Linebacker – Inducted in 1976 – Played for the Dallas Texans / Kansas City Chiefs from 1961-1970.
Chris Burford – Wide Receiver – Inducted in 1975 – Played for the Dallas Texans / Kansas City Chiefs from 1960-1967.
Johnny Robinson – Safety – Inducted in 1974 – Played with the Dallas Texans / Kansas City Chiefs from 1960-1971.
Fred Arbanas – Tight End – Inducted in 1973 – Played for the Dallas Texans / Kansas City Chiefs from 1962-1970.
Jerry Mays – Defensive End – Inducted in 1972 – Played for the Dallas Texans / Kansas City Chiefs from 1961-1970.
Mack Lee Hill – Running Back – Inducted in 1971 – Played for the Kansas City Chiefs from 1964-1965.
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