ss SAD NEWS: Christina Chambers, a beloved sports reporter and devoted Kansas City Chiefs fan, was found dead in her home in a tragic incident
Hoover, Alabama — The sports world and NFL community are mourning the shocking and heartbreaking loss of Christina Chambers, a beloved sports reporter and devoted Kansas City Chiefs fan, who was found dead inside her home on Tuesday in what authorities are investigating as a violent domestic incident.
According to local law enforcement, Chambers and her husband were discovered deceased at their residence during a welfare check early Tuesday morning. Police confirmed that both individuals suffered gunshot wounds, and while the investigation is still ongoing, officials have indicated the case is being treated as a suspected murder-suicide.
Amid the tragedy, authorities confirmed that a young child was found inside the home unharmed, a detail that has brought a measure of relief to an otherwise devastating situation.
Christina Chambers was a respected and widely admired figure in sports media. She worked full-time at WBRC Fox 6 from 2015 to 2021 before continuing her career as a freelance reporter. Over the years, she covered SEC, ACC, C-USA, and high school athletics across Alabama and Georgia, earning a reputation for professionalism, warmth, and genuine passion for sports.
Beyond her work as a journalist, Chambers was known among colleagues and fans as a lifelong Kansas City Chiefs supporter. She openly celebrated the Chiefs’ rise in the NFL, sharing her excitement during playoff runs, Super Bowl triumphs, and the team’s modern-era success. To many in Chiefs Kingdom, she wasn’t just someone who reported on sports — she shared in the joy, pride, and emotional connection that define the fanbase.
We are absolutely heartbroken to share this news. We have confirmed former WBRC sports reporter Christina Chambers is one of the two people found dead in a Hoover home Tuesday morning. 💔 Please keep their family and your WBRC family in your thoughts as we navigate this loss.… pic.twitter.com/65s2dIAGes— WBRC 6 News (@WBRCnews) December 16, 2025
News of her death has sent shockwaves through the NFL community, particularly among Chiefs fans, who have flooded social media with tributes honoring her dedication, kindness, and love for the game.
At the time of her passing, Chambers was working with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama. While sports remained a lifelong passion, those closest to her say she will be remembered above all as a devoted mother, a compassionate colleague, and a deeply caring human being.
Law enforcement officials stated that the investigation remains in its early stages and that further details will be released as they become available.
Christina Chambers’ passing represents a profound loss — not only for her family and friends, but for the sports journalism community and Chiefs Kingdom, who connected with her voice, her work, and her heartfelt love for football.
