The veteran Chiefs star has explained the reason for his shock exit

But fans in attendance will have to get used to a new voice on the sound system as long-time announcer Dale Carter has left the franchise with immediate effect.

Carter, who had been with the Chiefs for over 16 years, announced his shock departure on Facebook.

He wrote: “Today, I feel like an enormous weight has been lifted from me,” wrote Carter.

“I have informed the Kansas City Chiefs that I am resigning, effective immediately, as Stadium PA Voice of the Chiefs.

“I have had an incredible 16+ year run that included 6 AFC Championship games at Arrowhead. A record 5 in a row!

“I truly enjoyed being the ‘Audio Propagandist’ for the team I love.

“Doing everything I could (within the rules) to give our guys an advantage!!”

Carter has given up the gig due to the Chiefs brass allegedly making a series of changes he was uncomfortable with.

He added: “Over the last few years, the team has made changes to what I do.

“Going into the playoffs last year, they asked me to make a significant change to how I’ve called the games (which I have tried to do, even though I disagreed with it).

” Going into the season, they wanted a further adjustment that crosses my red line.

“Frankly, it just hasn’t been as fun as it was. It takes a lot of time away from my family, especially around the holidays.

“This just feels like the right time. “I have tremendous respect for the organization and am thankful I got to do this!

“My life is incredibly blessed with my loving wife, amazing kids, and grandkids.

“My work life is full too with KFKF, Q104, my podcast, Blue Springs/Blue Springs South High School football broadcasts, and now a run for Jackson County.”

The Chiefs have yet to issue a statement on the departure of Carter, who was a beloved figure at Arrowhead.