Denver
Broncos
3-2
34
FINAL
28
Kansas City
Chiefs
4-1
AI Recap
AI RECAP
Franchise Hub Beat· 12d ago
In a thrilling matchup, the Denver Broncos topped the Kansas City Chiefs 34-28 in Week 8 of the 2027 season, solidifying their position in the playoff race. The stakes were high, with both teams looking to improve their standing in a competitive division, but it was the Broncos who emerged victorious in a hard-fought contest. Malik Willis led the charge for Denver, throwing for 257 yards and four touchdowns, showcasing his ability to deliver in clutch moments. Scott Petty added a solid ground game with 54 rushing yards, complementing Willis' aerial assault. The Broncos' offensive performance was pivotal, as they consistently found ways to exploit the Chiefs' defense. Defensively, Anthony Hill Jr. stood out for the Broncos with three total tackles, contributing to a unit that kept the Chiefs in check during critical moments. The game’s turning point came midway through the fourth quarter when Denver's defense stifled a potential game-tying drive, allowing Willis and the offense to seal the victory with a late touchdown. Despite the efforts from Kansas City’s Jaelan Phillips and Marcus Jones, who each registered a sack and an interception respectively, it was Denver's resilience that ultimately secured the win.
Passing
Box score: passing stats by player
PlayerPosATTCMPCMP%YDSTDINTQBR
Malik WillisQB221777%25741135.7
Justin HerbertQB241458%25020121.8
Rushing
Box score: rushing stats by player
PlayerPosATTYDSYPCYACTDLNGFUM
Scott PettyHB13544.2320110
Malik WillisQB24422.040300
Jonathon BrooksHB9424.7120180
Demond ClaiborneHB6386.340140
Tavarres WhiteHB6254.27180
Tre HarrisHB3165.32071
Justin HerbertQB393.03070
Deontay AndersonHB341.33040
Jaylen WarrenHB111.0—110
Chimere DikeWR000.0—001
Jerry JeudyWR000.0—000
Skyler BellWR000.0—000
Kyle Pitts SrTE000.0—000
Deion BurksWR000.0—000
Receiving
Box score: receiving stats by player
PlayerPosRECYDSYPRYACTDLNGDROP
Deion BurksWR514328.6561650
Devontez WalkerWR611719.5131490
Skyler BellWR45914.8152210
Chimere DikeWR44711.880190
Ladd McConkeyWR24321.5151390
Omari EvansWR12323.040230
Jerry JeudyWR22211.080140
Wan'Dale RobinsonWR2168.05090
Kyle Pitts SrTE11212.020120
Jonathon BrooksHB2115.59170
Tavarres WhiteHB199.014090
Tre HarrisHB155.09050
Kicking
Box score: kicking stats by player
PlayerPosFGMFGAXPMLNG
Andres BorregalesK23435
JK ScottP0000
Ryan StonehouseP0000
Charlie SmythK0040