The Kansas City Chiefs shared new economic projections around the stadium plan, estimating billions of dollars of impact during the construction phase and beyond. But some don’t think the study results illustrate the whole story. The Chiefs announced plans for a brand-new $3 billion stadium in Wyandotte County, Kansas, in December 2025. This new stadium is expected to open in 2031, when the Chiefs will leave Arrowhead Stadium and jump across the state line. Along with the new stadium, a $300 million practice facility and headquarters are going up in Olathe, Kansas. And while it’s yet to be seen how much the new stadium will really bring in, the Chiefs — and some state leaders — say it’ll be a huge economic boost. “Since Lamar Hunt relocated the team from Dallas to Kansas City in 1963, the franchise has continued to drive significant economic, cultural, and community impact…
