Kansas City
Chiefs
0-1
21
FINAL
45
Denver
Broncos
0-1
AI Recap
AI RECAP
Franchise Hub Beat· 1d ago
In a commanding performance, the Denver Broncos topped the Kansas City Chiefs 45-21 in Week 2 of the 2027 season. This matchup was crucial for both teams as they look to establish their identities early in the season, but it was the Broncos who emerged victorious with a decisive showing. Bo Nix led the charge for Denver, throwing for 282 yards and three touchdowns, showcasing his ability to find open receivers under pressure. Complementing his efforts, J.K. Dobbins dominated the ground game with 159 rushing yards, while Jaylen Waddle added to the aerial assault with 117 receiving yards, making for a potent offensive display that overwhelmed the Chiefs. Defensively, Kris Abrams-Draine was a standout for the Broncos, snagging two crucial interceptions that halted Kansas City drives and shifted momentum. The turning point came late in the first half when Abrams-Draine’s first pick set up a quick touchdown, extending Denver's lead and putting the Chiefs in a hole they couldn't escape. Overall, Denver's defense played a key role in this victory, stifling the Chiefs at critical moments and allowing their offense to thrive.
Passing
Box score: passing stats by player
PlayerPosATTCMPCMP%YDSTDINTQBR
Bo NixQB161275%28232116.6
Patrick MahomesQB22941%1590426.7
J.K. DobbinsHB00—1300—
Jaylen WaddleWR01—000—
Rushing
Box score: rushing stats by player
PlayerPosATTYDSYPCYACTDLNGFUM
J.K. DobbinsHB171599.4322540
Kenneth WalkerHB1115714.353740
Patrick MahomesQB11414.0—0140
Bo NixQB2115.51071
Xavier WorthyWR166.0—060
Courtland SuttonWR000.0—000
RJ HarveyHB000.0—000
Adam TrautmanTE000.0—001
Jaylen WaddleWR000.0—000
Receiving
Box score: receiving stats by player
PlayerPosRECYDSYPRYACTDLNGDROP
Jaylen WaddleWR411729.3401490
Courtland SuttonWR38327.7131320
Troy FranklinWR36421.3161350
Tyquan ThorntonWR15555.0470550
Rocky BersTE33712.350160
Xavier WorthyWR23115.510160
Adam TrautmanTE11818.040180
Noah GrayTE11515.020150
J.K. DobbinsHB2136.59070
Kenneth WalkerHB11212.0100120
Iverson HooksWR199.01090
Defense
Kicking
Box score: kicking stats by player
PlayerPosFGMFGAXPMLNG
Harrison ButkerK0030
Wil LutzK11619