Kansas City
Chiefs
0-5
17
FINAL
28
Denver
Broncos
5-0
AI Recap
AI RECAP
Franchise Hub Beat· 8d ago
In a thrilling Week 6 matchup, the Denver Broncos triumphed over the Kansas City Chiefs with a final score of 28-17, solidifying their position in the playoff race. The stakes were high as both teams sought to improve their standings in the competitive AFC West, but the Broncos’ balanced attack proved too much for the Chiefs to handle. Leading the charge for Denver was quarterback Drake Maye, who threw for an impressive 308 yards and four touchdowns, showcasing his ability to command the offense effectively. Wide receiver Jaylen Waddle was a key target, racking up 188 receiving yards and making critical plays that kept the chains moving. Despite a tough day on the ground for Kansas City’s Brashard Smith, who managed just 30 rushing yards, the Broncos' aerial assault was simply overwhelming. Defensively, the Broncos made crucial stops at pivotal moments, highlighted by Trevin Wallace's three total tackles and Justin Strnad's sack that disrupted Kansas City’s rhythm. The turning point came late in the third quarter when Denver's defense stifled a promising Chiefs drive, forcing a turnover on downs that allowed the Broncos to extend their lead. With strong performances on both sides of the ball, Denver's win sends a clear message: they are a force to be reckoned with in this season.
Passing
Box score: passing stats by player
PlayerPosATTCMPCMP%YDSTDINTQBR
Drake MayeQB201575%30841135.4
Patrick MahomesQB251144%2052182.9
Rushing
Box score: rushing stats by player
PlayerPosATTYDSYPCYACTDLNGFUM
Brashard SmithHB4307.5220200
Chase BrownHB199.0—090
Jonah ColemanHB1-1-1.0—000
Receiving
Box score: receiving stats by player
PlayerPosRECYDSYPRYACTDLNGDROP
Jaylen WaddleWR618831.3693650
Caleb DouglasWR16565.0251650
Marquise BrownWR46315.880350
Mike MatthewsWR25929.5290420
Cole KmetTE34515.0211210
Troy FranklinWR22311.5160160
Oscar DelpTE3186.040150
Omar Cooper JrWR11818.0—0180
Pat Bryant IIWR11616.0—1160
Andrew MarshWR2147.090130
Chase BrownHB144.02040
Gavin BartholomewTE000.0—001
Defense
Box score: defensive stats by player
PlayerPosTKLSACKINTFFPD
Trevin WallaceMIKE31100
Mory BambaSS20100
Justin StrnadWILL11001
Bryce ThorntonFS30001
Avieon TerrellCB20000
Christian PierceFS20000
JL SkinnerFS20000
Cooper DeJeanCB20000
Shavon Revel JrCB20001
Benjamin St-JusteCB10001
Chris JonesDT10000
Jahdae BarronCB10001
Tyler OnyedimDT10000
DJ Turner IICB10001
Nik BonittoREDG00001
Kicking
Box score: kicking stats by player
PlayerPosFGMFGAXPMLNG
Harrison MevisK0140
Harrison ButkerK12243