Players Only with Danan Hughes
Danan Hughes will be the new analyst next to Mitch Holthus in the booth. He was selected by the Chiefs in the 7th round of the 1993 NFL Draft. Hughes was a wide receiver in Kansas City for six seasons. Since retiring, the Iowa grad has worked in broadcasting and has been a football and baseball analyst for the Big Ten Network since 2008.
Fri, February 14, 2025
Final Show of the Season
Last show of the year as the Chiefs are coming off a very tough loss to the Eagles in the Super Bowl. That said, still a lot to look forward to for this Chiefs team next year.
Fri, January 31, 2025
Final Episode of The 24/25 Season
Final episode of the season as the Chiefs head into yet another Superbowl appearance! Danan Hughes is joined by Kendall Gammon in recapping the Bills victory along with previewing the upcoming Eagles matchup.
Fri, January 24, 2025
AFC Championship Week
Second to last episode of the year and oh boy, isn't it a good one! The matchup everyone's been waiting for, Bills vs Chiefs in what could be a better game than the Super Bowl!
Fri, January 17, 2025
Divisional Round
Fri, January 10, 2025
The Bye Week
Going in to the opening weekend of NFL football, what are the potential Chiefs opponents going to look like?
Fri, December 13, 2024
Browns Week
Danan Hughes is joined by Keith Cash, Jason Dunn, and Shawn Barber as they talk about the Chiefs 9th straight AFC West title and preview Sunday's game against the Browns
Fri, November 22, 2024
Redemption Week
Coming off of a tough loss against the Bills, Danan reviews what went wrong. Good news though, Chiefs have a redemption week as they head to Carolina to take on the Panthers.
Fri, November 08, 2024
Broncos Week
Big win against a very tough Tampa team who came to play plus it's Broncos week!
Fri, November 01, 2024
Was There Ever A Doubt
The Chiefs come off a big rivalry win against the Raiders as they prepare to take on a very injured Bucs but always dangerous team.
Fri, October 25, 2024
Raider Rivalry Week
Host Danan Hughes revisits a big win against the 49rs and looks ahead to the always interesting Raider week as the Chiefs look for revenge for last years Christmas game debacle!
Fri, October 18, 2024
Opening Day for Players Only
Better late than never as Danan Hughes and Shawn Barber kick off the first show of the football season previewing the upcoming match up against the 49rs!
Fri, February 09, 2024
Game Time
The big game is finally here and who better to share the experience with Danan than Chiefs legend Rich Gannon!
Fri, February 02, 2024
The Warm-Up!
It's week one of two heading into the Superbowl as Danan Hughes is joined by Former Chief Desmond Moses as they cover what happened in the Ravens game and what to expect come next week.
Fri, January 26, 2024
AFC Championship Week
Host Danan Hughes is joined by Shawn Barber is they cover a big win against the Bills and preview an even bigger game against the Ravens!
Fri, January 19, 2024
Buffalo Bound
Host Danan Hughes is joined by former Chief great Kendall Gammon to chat about what went right against the Dolphins and what needs to go right against the Bills!
Fri, January 12, 2024
It's Playoff Time!
Danan Hughes is joined by former Chiefs tight end Billy Baber to discuss this weeks freezing cold match-up against the Dolphins.
Fri, January 05, 2024
Rolling into the post-season
Host Danan Hughes is joined by Shawn Barber as we head into the last week of the NFL in which most of the Chiefs starters will be sitting.
Fri, December 15, 2023
All is not lost
Host Danan Hughes is joined by former Chief Dezman Moses as they cover last weeks loss to the Bills and this weeks upcoming game verse the Patriots.
Fri, December 08, 2023
12/7 - Players Only
Danan recaps the Chiefs loss to the Packers, talks to Chiefs great Dante Hall, and lets Chiefs fans sound off on the team
Fri, December 01, 2023
The Show Goes On
The show is finally back as host Danan Hughes is joined by former host Shawn Barber as they recap all the happenings of the last few weeks
Fri, October 27, 2023
It's the return of Barber
Shawn Barber, aka barbershop, makes his debut for the season. You know there's gonna be entertainment involved when these two get together!
Fri, October 06, 2023
10/05 - Players Only Show
Danan is joined by Chiefs legend Keith Cash to discuss last weeks win and this weeks upcoming match versus the Vikings.
Fri, September 29, 2023
9/28 - Players Only Show
Danan is joined again by Shawn Barber, as they react to the Chiefs win over the Bears, take listener calls and texts, and preview the Chiefs game against the Jets
Fri, September 22, 2023
09/21 - Players Only Show
Danan Hughes is joined by Chiefs great Bill Maas, as they react to the Chiefs win over the Jags, take listener calls and texts, and preview the Chiefs' matchup with the Bears
Fri, September 15, 2023
09/14 - Players Only Show
Danan Hughes breaks down the Chiefs loss to the Lions, talks about the Chris Jones contract situation, and previews the Chiefs matchup with the Jags
Fri, February 17, 2023
02/16 - Players Only Show
Last show of the season and what a ride it's been! Guests Neil Smith and Gary Stills join the show as we rap up whats been an incredible season!
Fri, February 03, 2023
02/02 - Players Only Show
Last show of the year so you know hosts Danan Hughes and Shawn barber bring the heat. Chiefs are Superbowl bound.....
Fri, January 27, 2023
01/26 - Players Only Show
Danan Hughes is joined by fill-in host Dezman Moses as they analyze last weeks win against the Jags. But more importantly, they get you hyped for this weeks Bengals match up.
Fri, January 20, 2023
01/19 - That Betting Show
Big time NFL betting for Alex this week and we're joined by John LanFranca of The Action Network!
Fri, January 20, 2023
01/19 - Players Only Show
Danan Hughes and Shawn Barber go big this week as the Chiefs take on the Jags in a week 10 rematch!
Fri, January 13, 2023
01/12 - Players Only Show
Danan Hughes and Shawn Barber discuss last weeks beat down of the Raiders and disagree on whether the Ring Around the Rosie" play was actually disrespectful.
Fri, January 06, 2023
01/05 - Players Only Show
Hosts Danan Hughes and Shawn Barber are joined by Chiefs legend Tamba Hali to discuss Monday nights game along with what to expect for the last game of the regular season.
Fri, December 30, 2022
12/29 - Players Only Show
Last show of the year for hosts Danan Hughes and Shawn Barber as they're joined by former Chiefs tight end Billy Baber.
Fri, December 23, 2022
12/22 - Players Only Show
Danan and Shawn discuss some of the ugliness of last weeks win over Houston, along with a quick preview of this weeks match up against the Seahawks.
Fri, December 16, 2022
12/15 - Players Only Show
Danan and Shawn discuss some of the ugliness of last weeks win over the Broncos along with a quick preview of this weeks match up against the Texans.
Fri, December 09, 2022
08/12 - Players Only Show
Host Danan Hughes is joined by former Chiefs Tight End Keith Cash to discuss what went wrong in last weeks loss. Along with what needs to go right for the Chiefs win in Denver this upcoming week.
Fri, December 02, 2022
12/01 - Players Only Show
Danan and Shawn return from a 2 week hiatus to tackle what could be the biggest and most anticipated game of the year for the Chiefs so far against the Bengals.
Fri, November 11, 2022
11/10 - Players Only Show
Danan and Shawn discuss last weeks close call against the Titans and analyze how to avoid a trap game in the upcoming Jaguars game.
Fri, November 04, 2022
11/3 - Players Only
Barbershop is out for the day, Danan has a conversation Desmond Moses about the need for more black ownership in the NFL.
Fri, October 28, 2022
10/27 - Players Only Show
Danan and Barbershop chop it up following a Chiefs win this last weekend and what to expect in the bye week.
Fri, October 21, 2022
10/20 - Player's Only Show
Dana chats about what the Chiefs need to do to prepare for next week and Barberbshop manages to grace us with his presence for at least half the show.
Fri, October 14, 2022
10/13 - Player's Only Show
Barbershop is late to the show. The guys discuss the win against the Raiders.
Fri, October 07, 2022
10/6 - Player's Only Show
Danan and Shawn cover what's to be expected during the upcoming game.
Fri, September 30, 2022
09/29 - Players Only Show
Hosts Danan and Shawn discuss what went wrong in last weeks lost to the Colts and what needs to happen for a win against the Bucs.
Fri, February 04, 2022
02/03 - Players' Only Show
The guys wrap up their season as well with a Chiefs loss but will of course be back for next season!
Fri, January 21, 2022
01/20 - Players' Only Show
Hosts Danan Hughes and Shawn Barber cover the Chiefs biggest upcoming game of the year!
Fri, January 14, 2022
01/13 - Players' Only Show
Host and former player Danan hughes rides solo tonight but is joined by plenty of guests as we head into the Chiefs playoff run.
Fri, January 07, 2022
01/06 - Players' Only Show
Danan and Shawn cover the Chiefs loss to the Bengals along with some other very interesting story lines that took place around the league this past week.
Tue, January 04, 2022
12/30 - Players Only Show
Our last show of the 2020 year!
Fri, December 24, 2021
12/23 - Player's Only Show
Christmas Episode of Players Only this week with Danan and Shawn!
Fri, December 10, 2021
12/9 Players Only
In this week's edition, Danan and Shawn talk about the Chiefs WRs drop issue, the defense's continued dominance, and take listener calls and texts
Fri, December 03, 2021
12/02 - Players' Only Show
Hosts Danan and Barbershop return off the bye-week to discuss the Chiefs upcoming game against the Broncos.
Fri, November 19, 2021
11/18 - Players' Only Show
11/18 - Players' Only Show
Fri, November 12, 2021
11/11 - Players' Only Show
Host Danan Hughes and Shawn Barber cover the Packers win and fill you in on Raiders week!
Fri, October 29, 2021
10/28 - Players' Only Show
Host Danan Hughes is joined by former Chiefs DB J.C. Pearson as they reflect on a tough loss to the Titans and preview the upcoming Monday night game against the Giants.
Fri, October 22, 2021
10/21 Players' Only Show
Hosts Danan and Shawn cover the Chiefs recent bounce back win along with a tough upcoming match up against a tough Titans team.
Fri, October 15, 2021
10/14 - Players' Only Show
Danan and Shawn cover last weeks loss to the Bills and the upcoming game against the Washington.
Fri, October 08, 2021
10/07 - Players' Only Show
A full team this week as both Danan Hughes and Shawn Barber are in studio hosting
Fri, September 17, 2021
09/16 - Players' Only Show
We're back for a new season of Players' Only with guests Neil Smith and J.C. Pearson.
Fri, February 12, 2021
2/11 - Players' Only Show
The last show of the season for the crew and unfortunately we're ending this one on a bit of a somber note. Chiefs not only come up short in the Super Bowl but we lost a couple of KC sports icons in Marty Schottenheimer and Terez Paylor.
Fri, February 05, 2021
2/4 - Players' Only Show
This is the big one folks, our last show before the Superbowl! Hosts Danan Hughes, Joe Mays, and Shawn Barber walk you through every position battle this week..one of our best shows yet!
Thu, January 28, 2021
1/28 - Players' Only Show
With only a few weeks of NFL football left, hosts Danan Hughes and Shawn Barber keep you entertained. There's plenty going around in the NFL right now besides the Super Bowl to discuss, it's a must listen to episode.
Thu, January 21, 2021
1/21 - Players' Only Show
After almost a month, we finally have the full crew back as former players Danan Hughes, Joe Mays, and Shawn Barber cover the upcoming Chiefs/Bills rematch. But this time, the AFC Championship is on the line!
Thu, January 14, 2021
1/14 - Players' Only Show
Former players Danan Hughes and Joe Mays have you covered as we head into a big time playoff showdown with the Cleveland Browns. What are the keys to a Chiefs win? What do the Browns need to do for a possible upset? Tune in.....
Thu, January 07, 2021
1/7 - Players' Only Show
Danan and Joe are back as the Chiefs head into a playoff bye-week. Still plenty of stuff to cover, tune in!
Wed, December 30, 2020
12/30 - Players Only
This week Danan Hughes and Joe Mays discuss New Years plans and the Chiefs hard fought victory over the Atlanta Falcons. It's week 17 and the Chiefs could be sitting several starters this week against the Chargers. The guys discuss what these games are like and what the Chiefs can learn headed into their playoff bye.
Mon, December 28, 2020
12/23 - Players Only with Danan Hughes
Thu, December 17, 2020
12/17 - Players' Only Show
Hosts and former players Danan Hughes and Joe Mays chop it up with some good locker room talk. Give you a recap of last weeks Dolphins game and what you should expect against the upcoming Saints!
Thu, December 10, 2020
12/10 - Players Only'
Danan Joe, and Shawn are back as the Chiefs are coming off an unexpectedly tough win against the Broncos. And the guys discuss the upcoming matchup against a Dolphins team that's more competitive than most thought at this point of the season.
Thu, December 03, 2020
12/3 - Players' Only Show
Danan, Joe, and Shawn are back and reviewing fairly impressive Chiefs win against a very good Bucs team let by future hall of famer Tom Brady. Up next are the Broncos as Big Red looks to extend that 10 game rivalry winning streak by one more.
Mon, November 23, 2020
11/23 - Player's Only Show
Danan Hughes and Joe Mays have to discuss the Chiefs massive win over the Raiders. Player's Only is dropping early this week because of Thanksgiving. Mahomes showed why he's the most dangerous player in the league and the Chiefs have a showdown with Tom Brady on Sunday.
Thu, November 19, 2020
11/19 - Players' Only Show
Coming off a bye week for the Chiefs, this weeks show is all about Raider hate. Tune in as Danan, Joe, and Shawn share thier experiences of playing against the Raiders.
Thu, November 05, 2020
11/5 - Players' Only Show
Former players Danan Hughes and Joe Mays try to limit the conversation on lasty weeks Jets game. They cover a few different locker room conversation along with some analysis on the upcoming Panthers game.
Thu, October 29, 2020
10/29 - Players' Only Show
Hosts and former players Danan, Joe, and Shawn are back at it as the Chiefs return from a Broncos blowout. And they preview a tough upcoming matchup against the Jets!
Thu, October 22, 2020
10/22 - Players' Only Show
The fellas are back to discuss another big win over a highly anticipated matchup agains the Bills. One in which a Chiefs team absolutelty dominated with the run game! Up next are the Broncos with the highly anticipated debut of Leveon Bell.
Thu, October 15, 2020
10/15 - Players' Only Show
Some big time breaking Chiefs news with perfect timing as hosts Danan Hughes and Joe Mays discuss the signing of Leveon Bell! They also discuss a touch unexpected loss to the Raiders last week.
Thu, October 08, 2020
10/8 - Players' Only Show
Hosts Danan Hughes and Shawn Barber dicuss a big win over the Pats regardless of whether Cam played or not. But in even bigger news, It's Raider week so you know the fellas have some good topics to discuss. Another can't miss episode!
Thu, October 01, 2020
10/1 - Players' Only Show
Hosts Danan Hughes and Joe Mays are joined by Shawn Barber as they review a huge win by the Chiefs over the Ravens this past week. They preview the next big game against the upcoming Pats along with a few other tid bits we're sure you're going to love!
Thu, September 17, 2020
9/17 - Players Only Show
Former players Danan Hughes and Joe Mays are back in action for the first show of the season. Listen to the fellas cover last weeks win over Houston and the upcoming game against the Chargers.
Thu, February 06, 2020
2/6 - Players Only
The last show of the 2019-2020 season for Danan and Joe as they finally get the chance to validate what they've been saying all season. This team and this season was something special and the guys were driving the bus all year. Former Chiefs defensive tackle Ken Kremer joins the show to talk Super Bowl and where the Chiefs go from here.
Thu, January 23, 2020
1/23 - Players' Only Show
The Chiefs are heading to the Super Bowl!
Thu, January 16, 2020
1/16 - Players Only Show
Hosts Danan and Joe are pumped this week as the Chiefs are coming off of an exciting comeback victory against the Houston Texans. We have a very special guest in Chiefs Hall of Famer Will Shields as he gives his outlook on the Chiefs season thus far. And we end with previewing an even bigger matchup as the Chiefs seek revenge against the Titans in the AFC Championship!
Thu, January 09, 2020
1/9 - Players Only Show
Danan and Joe are back as they preview the upcoming Chiefs v Texans playoff matchup this weekend. A lot of talk about the Chiefs possibly dominating this game, do the fellas agree? And former Chief and teammate of Danan, Willie Davis joins the show to dish some dirt on our host.
Thu, January 02, 2020
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Danan Hughes and Joe Mays talk NFL playoffs and Chiefs
Thu, December 19, 2019
12/19 - Players Only Show
Former Chief players and hosts Danan Hughes and Joe Mays are joined by former Chiefs cornerback Mighty Mouse Mark McMillan for a segment. Hear all types of fun stories from what players think about each others contracts or who was considered soft. And where do the Chiefs go now that their officially AFC Champs?
Thu, December 12, 2019
12/12 - Players Only Show
Hosts Danan Hughes and Joe Mays hold it down alone tonight as they cover the big win against the Patriots. Andy Lock, KC native and father of QB Drew Lock of the Broncos join the show. They chat about what Drew's experience as a rookie has been and what it'll be like to play against the team he grew up cheering for.
Thu, December 05, 2019
12/5 Players Only Show
Danan Hughes and Joe Mays are joined by former Chiefs long snapper Kendall Gammon as we have all three facets of the game covered for you in this episode. We review the Raiders win and the effects on a team when you pull your starters to early. And preview a big upcoming matchup against the Pats, where does a win or loss leave the Chiefs?
Thu, November 21, 2019
11/21 - Players Only Show
Former Chiefs linebacker Desmond Moses joins Danan and Joe this week as they touch on some current hot topics around the league. From the Myles Garrett incident to Colin Kaepernick, get a unique view from those that played the game.
Thu, November 14, 2019
11/14 - Players Only Show
Former Chiefs tight end Billy Baber joins Danan Hughes and Joe Mays this week as KC heads out to Mexico for a BIG Monday night showdown with the Chargers. The guys touch on a few taboo topics that popped up this week in the NFL. And give us a players perspective on what happened in last weeks surprising loss to the Titans.
Thu, November 07, 2019
11/7 - Players Only Show
Host and former player Danan Hughes is joined by two time Super Bowl champ Mark Collins this week. The guys recap the highlights of last weeks big time win against the Vikings. Provide a great breakdown of the improvements made by the Chiefs defense from a perspective you'll only get from former players. And preview the upcoming matchup against the Titans.
Thu, October 31, 2019
10/31 - Players Only Show
Danan Hughes and Joe Mays are joined by former Chiefs DE Eric Hicks this week. We cover some of the health issues of the Chiefs on the defensive side of the ball. The good and bad from last weeks game and how the Chiefs match up against the Vikings this week. Along with players thoughts on college kids now being able to cash in on thier likeness.
Thu, October 24, 2019
10/24 - Players Only Show
Hosts Danan Hughes and Joe Mays are joined by guest and former Chiefs QB Tyler Palko as KC heads into a very uncertain game against a red hot Packers team. Hear what they believe may go down Sunday along with some insight on the QB position and what really happened during the Todd Haley era!
Thu, October 10, 2019
10/10 - Players Only Show
Danan Hughes is joined by former MU and NFL tight end Chase Coffman as they provide some analysis on the Chiefs first loss of the season to the Colts. And preview the much anticipated upcoming match against the Houston Texans.
Thu, October 03, 2019
10/3 - Players Only Show
Following a win over the Detroit Lions, hosts Danan and Joe are joined by former Chiefs tight end Keith Cash to recap KC's 4-0 start. They preview the upcoming Chiefs first prime time game of the year against the Colts and we learn about the most annoying questions asked by the media.
Fri, September 27, 2019
09/26 - Players Only Show
Following the win over the Ravens, the guys are back as Danan & Joe are joined by former Chiefs WR Marc Boerigter to recap the last two weeks, preview the Lions plus some great stories from their playing days.
Thu, September 12, 2019
9/12 - Players Only Show
Danan Hughes and Joe Mays are joined by guest JC Pierson in the 2019 edition of the Players Only Show. The only place in KC giving you an inside perspective from those who actually played the game.
Tue, August 20, 2019
Players Only with Danan Hughes
Players Only is just that! Every Thursday night during the football season at 6pm, former Chiefs Danan Hughes & Joe Mays take you inside the world of the NFL like no radio host can!
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