Kansas City
Chiefs
3-3
42
FINAL
21
Denver
Broncos
2-5
AI Recap
AI RECAP
Franchise Hub Beat· 1h ago
In a decisive Week 8 matchup, the Kansas City Chiefs dominated the Denver Broncos with a final score of 42-21, solidifying their position in the playoff race. Both teams entered the game with high hopes, but the Chiefs’ explosive offense proved too much for the Broncos to handle. Quarterback Alex Smith shined for Kansas City, tossing four touchdown passes while leading the charge in a high-flying offensive display. Running back Jamaal Charles was a force in the backfield, racking up an impressive 218 rushing yards, while tight end Anthony Becht became a favorite target, amassing 168 receiving yards. Together, they orchestrated an offensive onslaught that kept the Broncos on their heels throughout the contest. Defensively, the Chiefs made key plays that shifted momentum in their favor, highlighted by Brandon Flowers' interception and five total tackles. The game’s turning point came in the second quarter when Kansas City scored back-to-back touchdowns, creating a gap that Denver struggled to close. Despite some bright moments, including a sack from Ty Warren, the Broncos’ defense couldn’t contain the relentless Chiefs attack, ultimately leading to a convincing victory for Kansas City.
Passing
Box score: passing stats by player
PlayerPosATTCMPCMP%YDSTDINTQBR
Tom BradyQB431944%3322267.1
Alex SmithQB18739%2524286.5
Rushing
Box score: rushing stats by player
PlayerPosATTYDSYPCYACTDLNGFUM
Jamaal CharlesHB1921811.5302550
Knowshon MorenoHB6284.7110110
Alex SmithQB188.03080
Willis McGaheeHB1-2-2.0—000
Receiving
Box score: receiving stats by player
PlayerPosRECYDSYPRYACTDLNGDROP
Anthony BechtTE516833.6653660
Eric DeckerWR515230.4171470
Daniel FellsTE69215.3220231
Jerheme UrbanWR16565.0551650
Brandon LloydWR36120.321410
Jonathan BaldwinWR11919.0—0190
Roddy WhiteWR4194.8140131
Willis McGaheeHB188.0—080
Dwayne BoweWR000.0—001
Defense
Box score: defensive stats by player
PlayerPosTKLSACKINTFFPD
Brandon FlowersCB50102
Ty WarrenDT31000
D.J. WilliamsSAM10100
Demorrio WilliamsMIKE10100
Justin HoustonLEDG21000
Rahim MooreFS00101
Brandon CarrCB40005
David BrutonFS30000
Mario HagganLEDG11000
Brent GrimesCB30001
Tyson JacksonDT11000
Eric BerrySS30002
Travis DanielsCB20000
Jalil BrownCB20000
Champ BaileyCB20001
Brian DawkinsSS20000
Von MillerREDG20001
Joe MaysMIKE10001
Wallace GilberryREDG10000
Jon McGrawSS10000
Ryan McBeanDT10000
Sabby PiscitelliFS10000
Derrick JohnsonMIKE10002
Kicking
Box score: kicking stats by player
PlayerPosFGMFGAXPMLNG
Ryan SuccopK0060
Dustin ColquittP0000
Matt PraterK22134