The Kansas City Chiefs’ move to a new stadium has become a big topic of discussion among Chiefs fans. Arrowhead Stadium has been the Chiefs’ home for many years and is recognized as the loudest stadium in the NFL (National Football League). Many fans have strong opinions on whether they think the Chiefs should move or stay.
Some fans are very against the Chiefs moving stadiums. Gavin Strong (10) stated, “I think that they shouldn’t move. Geha Field is one of the best stadiums currently, so they have no reason to move.” The Chiefs’ Stadium has a hall of fame area that people enjoy looking at when waiting for the game to start. They also have good places for tailgating, and now they are going to have to make new ones.
Even with pricing and location, many fans still believe that the support for the Chiefs will not change. Strong said, “I think that many Chiefs fans will still continue to go to the games because it doesn’t matter what stadium they play in, they will always be fans.” Strong explained that Chiefs fans are very loyal and will always support their team even if the stadium changes and the cost of the tickets go up.
Some fans also have mixed feelings about the situation. Brendan Carroll, Fair Grove High School history teacher, said, “It’s hard for me to see the Chiefs leave Arrowhead – it’s such an iconic stadium. I would have loved to see them stay there, but, after seeing the deal they got to move into Kansas, I understand why they did it.”
Carroll then went on to say, “I don’t know that it will be beneficial for the fans – hopefully the new stadium has the same atmosphere.” As of now, the Chiefs Stadium is considered the loudest, fans are hoping the new stadium won’t affect the noise level because they are known for having loud fans.
Despite all the different opinions and the mixed feelings for the Chiefs moving stadiums, most fans can agree that Chiefs fans are very loyal and supportive of their team. Carrol added, “I think Chiefs fans will continue to buy tickets and go. KC has one of the most loyal fanbases in all of football.”
The Chiefs moving stadiums has sparked many opinions. Some fans strongly oppose the move while others understand the reasons behind it. Although change can be difficult, Chiefs fans traditionally have been thought of to be loyal and stick with their team, and there is no reason to think this time will be any different.
