Denver edged Kansas City 28-24 after its defense stopped Patrick Mahomes near the goal line in the final seconds. The win puts the Broncos atop the AFC West and shifts pressure to a Chiefs team that had a chance to take control of the division.

By the Numbers
  • Broncos: 6-2; Chiefs: 5-2.
  • Denver won 28-24.
  • Emmett Johnson: 128 receiving yards on 5 catches, including a 71-yard touchdown.
  • Jaylen Waddle: 39 receiving yards on 6 targets.
Yes, But

Denver’s win came down to a goal-line stand, while Kansas City still showed its offensive threat: Johnson delivered a breakout performance, and the Chiefs reached the Broncos’ 1-yard line with a chance to win. Denver’s own passing game remains a concern, with Waddle’s production falling well short of expectations.

State of Play
  • Denver leads the division, but Kansas City remains close behind.
  • The Raiders are 4-4; the winless Chargers have been reduced to a potential spoiler.
  • The Chiefs’ missed field goal and Denver’s late defensive stops defined the finish.
What's Next

Kansas City’s handling of kicker Harrison Butker’s missed field goal will be under scrutiny. The Chiefs may also give Johnson a larger role, while Denver needs to get more consistent production from its passing game and Waddle.

Bottom Line

Denver has the division lead, but the race is far from settled: the Broncos proved they can finish a close game, while the Chiefs left with both a missed opportunity and questions to address.