​The Kansas City Chiefs are expanding their front office with the addition of Dr. Tyler Bradstreet, who will assume the role of Vice President of Performance Psychology. Dr. Bradstreet brings more than ten years of experience across professional, Olympic, and collegiate spheres. As a licensed psychologist and certified mental performance coach, he will report directly to Rick Burkholder, the Chiefs’ Vice President of Sports Medicine and Performance. In his new duties, Bradstreet will oversee the team’s mental health and wellness initiatives and provide psychological tools and training designed to cultivate a high-performance mindset among players, coaches, and staff.
“We are pleased to welcome Tyler as Vice President of Performance Psychology and are confident that his extensive experience supporting athletes and high performers at every level will prove to be a valuable resource for our players, coaches, and staff,” Chiefs President Mark Donovan stated. “Expanding in-house capabilities across the full spectrum of health and wellness is a critical part of how we—and the NFL—continue to evolve. We look forward to welcoming Tyler and his family to Chiefs Kingdom.”
Bradstreet’s arrival marks the Chiefs’ second in-house clinician in franchise history. He previously served as the Milwaukee Brewers’ director of performance psychology for four seasons in Major League Baseball, where he worked with players and staff to optimize mental performance and overall well-being. His breadth of experience includes collaborating with elite athletes in high-pressure environments, implementing evidence-based mental skills programs, and tailoring interventions to individual needs and team objectives.
In this new role with Kansas City, Bradstreet will be integral to shaping the franchise’s approach to psychological resilience, focus, and coping strategies. His responsibilities will encompass assessing the mental health landscape within the organization, developing preventative and intervention-based programs, and delivering training that equips players and coaching personnel with practical tools to manage stress, maintain concentration, and sustain peak performance across the demanding NFL schedule. By embedding performance psychology deeper into the team’s operations, the Chiefs aim to create a holistic framework that aligns mental well-being with physical preparation, injury recovery, and performance outcomes.
The Chiefs have long prioritized an integrated approach to player health, combining physical conditioning, medical care, nutrition, and mental wellness. Bradstreet’s appointment underscores the organization’s commitment to fostering a supportive environment in which athletes can thrive both on and off the field. His work is expected to enhance readiness for competition, bolster resilience during setbacks, and sustain a championship mindset throughout long seasons and playoffs.
As part of the transition, Bradstreet will collaborate with various departments, including sports medicine, coaching staff, performance analytics, strength and conditioning, and player development. He will also coordinate with outside consultants and advisers to ensure that the team’s mental performance strategies remain aligned with the latest research and best practices in sports psychology. The Chiefs’ leadership believes that empowering players with mental skills training will contribute to improved decision-making, better execution under pressure, and a more cohesive team culture.
Fans and analysts will be watching closely to see how Bradstreet’s strategies translate to on-field performance and team dynamics. The Chiefs’ commitment to in-house expertise signals a broader industry trend toward integrating mental health and performance psychology into professional sports, with teams recognizing that psychological readiness is a critical component of sustained success. The organization anticipates that Bradstreet’s expertise will complement existing programs and further establish Kansas City as a leader in comprehensive athlete care within the NFL.
For more details on this appointment and other team developments, visit Chiefs.com. This article originally appeared on Chiefs Wire, highlighting the Chiefs’ strategic addition ahead of the 2026 season as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen the organization from within and optimize the performance of its players and staff.