NFL Teams Honor Local High School Football Coaches of the Week
WHO:
chiefs.com - Raytown High School Head Coach Anthony Morgan is also the Assistant Coach of the varsity baseball team during the spring.
chiefs.com - De Soto High School Head Coach Brian King has held the title since 2013 and is the winningest coach in Wildcat football history.
chiefs.com - Kansas City Chiefs, Raytown High School Head Coach Anthony Morgan, De Soto High School Head Coach Brian King
buffalobills.com - Buffalo Bills, Starpoint Head Coach Jay Baumann, Geneseo-Mt. Morris Head Coach Ryan Kramer
WHAT:
chiefs.com - Raytown's comeback win over Grain Valley improved their all-time record against the Eagles to 5-10.
chiefs.com - De Soto's recent victory over Basehor-Linwood was achieved on a last-second field goal, handing the Bobcats their first loss of the season.
chiefs.com - Raytown's comeback win over Grain Valley was highlighted by a 24-22 score, marking their first victory against the Eagles since 2020.
chiefs.com - Raytown's offensive statistics included 192 passing yards, 192 receiving yards, and 134 rushing yards, while the defense recorded 52 tackles and a sack.
chiefs.com - De Soto's recent victories included a 31-28 win over Basehor-Linwood, a 48-34 win against Seaman Vikings, and a 77-6 win over West Chargers.
buffalobills.com - Jay Baumann's Starpoint team achieved a 14-8 victory over Pioneer, and a 42-28 win over North Tonawanda.
buffalobills.com - Ryan Kramer's Geneseo-Mt. Morris team won 43-42 against Avon, marking their second one-point victory of the season.
chiefs.com - Anthony Morgan and Brian King were named Week 3 Coach of the Week recipients for the 2026 season.
chiefs.com - Both coaches will receive a $500 grant, a Chiefs bucket hat, a certificate of recognition, and a custom game ball.
chiefs.com - Raytown has a 4-0 record (3-0 district play) and De Soto has a 3-0 record (3-0 district play).
buffalobills.com - Jay Baumann and Ryan Kramer were named Week 3 High School Tackle Football Coaches of the Week for 2026.
buffalobills.com - Each winning coach's program will receive $1,000 from the Buffalo Bills and Visa.
WHERE:
chiefs.com - Kansas City, Missouri; De Soto, Kansas; Raytown, Missouri
buffalobills.com - Buffalo Region, Rochester Region, New York
WHEN:
chiefs.com - Raytown will host the Fort Osage Indians on September 25, 2026.
chiefs.com - De Soto will play against the Piper Pirates on September 25, 2026.
chiefs.com - The Kansas City Chiefs announced the Coach of the Week recipients on September 23, 2026.
buffalobills.com - The Week 3 High School Tackle Football Coaches of the Week were recognized for the week ending September 20, 2026.
WHY:
chiefs.com - Morgan stated that the team's performance reflected resilience and unity during an incredibly difficult week, honoring and remembering Josh Lewis.
chiefs.com - The Coach of the Week initiative aims to celebrate coaches who make a meaningful impact on their players and communities, beyond just game outcomes.
buffalobills.com - The recognition program highlights the importance of coaches' contributions to their communities and the development of young athletes.
chiefs.com - The initiative aims to recognize outstanding high school football coaches for their impact on players and communities.
buffalobills.com - The program highlights coaches' efforts on and off the field.
HOW:
chiefs.com - The High School Coach of the Week program is now in its 30th year, a joint initiative between the Kansas City Chiefs and the NFL.
chiefs.com - Coaches are selected through a partnership with PrepsKC, which covers high school football in Kansas City.
buffalobills.com - Coaches are recognized based on their team's performance and community service.
Raytown High School's comeback win over Grain Valley improved their all-time record against the Eagles to five wins and ten losses, while De Soto's recent victory over Basehor-Linwood came with a thrilling last-second field goal, marking the Bobcats' first loss of the season. Head Coach Anthony Morgan praised his team's resilience and unity during a challenging week, honoring the memory of Josh Lewis. Both Raytown and De Soto are set to host their next games against Fort Osage and Piper, respectively, on September 25, 2026, as part of the 30th year of the High School Coach of the Week program, a collaboration between the Kansas City Chiefs and the NFL.