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The Kansas City Chiefs’ (6-2) 16-game win streak over the Denver Broncos (3-5) is officially over.A sickening loss saw the Chiefs steamrolled at Mile-High Stadium in Week 8 of the 2023 NFL season. The 3:25 p.m. kickoff marked the AFC West rivals’ second matchup against each other in less than three weeks. An ugly loss on the field for Kansas City was compounded by both freezing temperatures and a sick quarterback. Patrick Mahomes was a surprise addition to the injury report with the flu late Sunday Morning. The reigning MVP may have wished he had called out sick after fumbling, throwing two interceptions and scoring zero touchdowns. As a team, Kansas City tallied five total turnovers. Couldn’t catch the Chiefs taking on the Broncos in Denver? We’ve got you covered with highlights, the biggest storylines, and postgame press conferences — all delivered to you right here in this article.Final Score | Chiefs 9-21 Broncos | Chiefs loseChiefs vs. Broncos post-game conferenceHead Coach Andy Reid:Quarterback Patrick Mahomes:Safety Justin Reid:Chiefs vs. Broncos fourth-quarter updates:Q4| 0:34 (Chiefs Drive 11 | End of Game) – Kansas City runs out of time and the Chiefs’ 16-game win streak over the Broncos is finally snapped. Q4| 0:34 (Broncos Drive 10 | Field Goal) – The Broncos are able to make it a three-score game with a successful chip shot field goal. Q4| 2:00 (Broncos Drive 10 | In Progress) – Denver heads into the two-minute warning with a victory all but sealed. Denver has first and goal with Kansas City out of timeouts and down 12.Q4| 4:45 (Chiefs Drive 10 | Interception) – Hopes of a win are almost gone as Mahomes turns the ball over with a desperation arm punt on fourth down. Q4| 6:33 (Broncos Drive 9 | Punt) – Kansas City’s defense is doing everything it can to give the Chiefs a chance to win. Denver goes three-and-out and places Kansas City at the 31-yard line, for a must-score drive, with a punt.Q4| 7:40 (Chiefs Drive 9 | Turnover on Downs) – Time is starting to run out for the Chiefs. Kansas City gets close to the endzone, but a missed connection from Mahomes to receiver Skyy Moore on fourth drown ends the Chiefs drive.Q4| 10:15 (Broncos Drive 8 | Touchdown ) – Wide Receiver Courtland Sutton comes up with Russell Wilson’s third TD pass of the day to put the Broncos up 12 midway through the fourth quarter. Q4| 11:15 (Broncos Drive 8 | In Progress ) – More disaster for the Chiefs. Denver powers the ball down the field on a long and methodical drive. The Chiefs defense, now down linebacker Willie Gay Jr. with a tailbone injury, is able to do just enough to force a punt from Denver. Unfortunately for Kansas City, wide receiver Mecole Hardman muffs the punt and Denver retains possession of the ball at the 5-yard line.Chiefs vs. Broncos third-quarter updates:End of Q3 (Broncos Drive 8 | In Progress) – The Broncos head into the fourth quarter with the ahead and with a shot to widen their lead.Q3| 2:53 (Chiefs Drive 8 | Punt) – Kansas City isn’t able to score, but the team is finally able to flip field position in their favor. Down five, the Chiefs err on the side of caution and choose to pin Denver at their 10-yard line.Q3| 6:40 (Broncos Drive 7 | Blocked Field Goal) – Safety Justin Reid comes up big for Kansas City in the third quarter. The defender perfectly read and blocked a field goal from the Broncos, neutralizing a long seven-minute drive from Denver. The Chiefs take back over at their own 26-yard line. Q3| 15:00 – The Broncos will receive the second-half kickoff after winning the coin toss and deferring at the top of the game. Chiefs vs. Broncos second-quarter updates:End of Q2 (Chiefs Drive 7 | Field Goal) – The Chiefs only need 9 seconds to score. Kansas City is able to capitalize on the late Denver turnover with a booming 56-yard field goal.Q2| 0:09 (Broncos Drive 6 | Fumble) – Defensive end George Karlaftis comes up with a strip-sack just before halftime. Willie Gay Jr. Recovers and gives Kansas City a last gasp at points before halftime. Q2| 0:48 (Chiefs Drive 6 | Fumble) – A bad day is getting worse for the Chiefs. Patrick Mahomes fumbles the ball deep in Denver territory. Q2| 2:00 (Chiefs Drive 6 | In Progress) – Kansas City heads into the two-minute warning at mid-field with an opportunity to even up the game heading into halftime. Q2| 3:30 (Broncos Drive 5 | Punt) – Kansas City’s defense has tightened up heading into halftime. The Chiefs manage to sack Bronco’s QB Russell Wilson on third down to force a punt and give Mahomes and company another shot at a first-half score.Q2| 5:39 (Chiefs Drive 5 | Field Goal) – The Chiefs make it deep into Denver territory for a second time, but are again unable to get the ball into the end zone. Kansas City shrinks their deficit to 8 points on a 34-yard Butker field goal. Q2| 8:35 (Broncos Drive 4 | Turnover on Downs) – Kansas City’s defense and linebacker Drue Tranquil comes up big when the Chiefs need it. Denver is thwarted on a failed fourth-down conversion to end their drive and give the Chiefs their best starting field possession of the day. Q2| 10:01 (Chiefs Drive 4 | Interception) – Patrick Mahomes compounds Kansas City’s already sloppy game with another mistake. The quarterback dishes out a risky pass over the middle and Denver cornerback Ja’Quan McMillian picks it off. Denver takes back possession at midfield. Q2| 11:51 (Broncos Drive 3 | Touchdown) – As self-inflicted errors start to pile up for the Chiefs, the Broncos continue to play mistake-free football. Wide receiver Jerry Juedy burns Kansas City’s defense on two impressive catches to extend Denver’s lead. Q2| 13:03 (Chiefs Drive 3| Fumble) – An impressive catch over the middle to receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling turns into a disaster after a hit from safety Justin Simmons knocks the ball out. Denver recovers the ball and takes over at the 50-yard line.Q2| 14:13 (Broncos Drive 2| Punt) – Kansas City is able to get off the field forcing a punt from Denver after an offensive pass interference call on WR Courtland Sutton helps put the Broncos in a difficult spot. Kansas City takes over at the 25-yard line.Chiefs vs. Broncos first-quarter updatesEnd of Q1 (Broncos Drive 2 | in progress) – The opening frame of the game ends with the Broncos in possession of the ball at their own 27-yard line,Q1| 1:14 (Chiefs Drive 2| Field Goal) – An impressive toe-drag catch from Justin Watson and a clutch Mahomes scramble gets the Chiefs into the red zone. Kansas City isn’t able to finish the job.Faced with 4 and 3 three the goal line, Kansas City decides to settle for a 23-yard Harrison Butker field goal to cut down on Denver’s lead. Q1| 8:04 (Broncos Drive 1| Touchdown) – The Broncos capitalize on excellent starting field position and dominate on the ground in their opening drive. Running back Javonte Williams powers in a touchdown for Denver to set up a 7 to 0 lead over the Chiefs. Q1| 13:16 (Chiefs Drive 1| Punt) – The Chiefs are off to an underwhelming start. Kansas City goes backward four yards on their opening drive and is dealt a three-and-out to start the game. An excellent punt return for Denver will see the Broncos open on offense in Chiefs territory at the 39-yard-line.Q1| 15:00 – Broncos win the toss and they defer the choice. Chiefs to receive and start with the ballChiefs vs. Broncos pregame updates:2:59 p.m. – It’s about that time!2:27 p.m. – Things are looking awfully chilly in Denver. The temperature is just 26 degrees an hour ahead of kickoff. 1:54 p.m. – Both Denver and Kansas City have released their gameday inactive list. No surprises here.The Chiefs are without two contributors WR Justyn Ross and LB Nick Bolton. WR Justin Watson will suit up vs. the Broncos. 1:39 p.m. – The voice of the Chiefs, Mitch Holthus will be on the call for his 500th game Sunday.1:33 p.m. – Patrick Mahomes is out on the field for warmups10:30 a.m. – Patrick Mahomes is reportedly sick with the flu, but still expected to play. Taylor Swift is rumored not to be in attendance for Sunday’s Chiefs matchup. More Kansas City Chiefs coverage:

The Kansas City Chiefs’ (6-2) 16-game win streak over the Denver Broncos (3-5) is officially over.

A sickening loss saw the Chiefs steamrolled at Mile-High Stadium in Week 8 of the 2023 NFL season.

The 3:25 p.m. kickoff marked the AFC West rivals’ second matchup against each other in less than three weeks.

An ugly loss on the field for Kansas City was compounded by both freezing temperatures and a sick quarterback. Patrick Mahomes was a surprise addition to the injury report with the flu late Sunday Morning.

The reigning MVP may have wished he had called out sick after fumbling, throwing two interceptions and scoring zero touchdowns. As a team, Kansas City tallied five total turnovers.

Couldn’t catch the Chiefs taking on the Broncos in Denver? We’ve got you covered with highlights, the biggest storylines, and postgame press conferences — all delivered to you right here in this article.

Final Score | Chiefs 9-21 Broncos | Chiefs lose

Chiefs vs. Broncos post-game conference

Head Coach Andy Reid:

Quarterback Patrick Mahomes:


Safety Justin Reid:

Chiefs vs. Broncos fourth-quarter updates:

Q4| 0:34 (Chiefs Drive 11 | End of Game) – Kansas City runs out of time and the Chiefs’ 16-game win streak over the Broncos is finally snapped.

Q4| 0:34 (Broncos Drive 10 | Field Goal) – The Broncos are able to make it a three-score game with a successful chip shot field goal.

Q4| 2:00 (Broncos Drive 10 | In Progress) – Denver heads into the two-minute warning with a victory all but sealed. Denver has first and goal with Kansas City out of timeouts and down 12.

Q4| 4:45 (Chiefs Drive 10 | Interception) – Hopes of a win are almost gone as Mahomes turns the ball over with a desperation arm punt on fourth down.

Q4| 6:33 (Broncos Drive 9 | Punt) – Kansas City’s defense is doing everything it can to give the Chiefs a chance to win. Denver goes three-and-out and places Kansas City at the 31-yard line, for a must-score drive, with a punt.

Q4| 7:40 (Chiefs Drive 9 | Turnover on Downs) – Time is starting to run out for the Chiefs. Kansas City gets close to the endzone, but a missed connection from Mahomes to receiver Skyy Moore on fourth drown ends the Chiefs drive.

Q4| 10:15 (Broncos Drive 8 | Touchdown ) – Wide Receiver Courtland Sutton comes up with Russell Wilson’s third TD pass of the day to put the Broncos up 12 midway through the fourth quarter.

Q4| 11:15 (Broncos Drive 8 | In Progress ) – More disaster for the Chiefs. Denver powers the ball down the field on a long and methodical drive.

The Chiefs defense, now down linebacker Willie Gay Jr. with a tailbone injury, is able to do just enough to force a punt from Denver. Unfortunately for Kansas City, wide receiver Mecole Hardman muffs the punt and Denver retains possession of the ball at the 5-yard line.

Chiefs vs. Broncos third-quarter updates:

End of Q3 (Broncos Drive 8 | In Progress) – The Broncos head into the fourth quarter with the ahead and with a shot to widen their lead.

Q3| 2:53 (Chiefs Drive 8 | Punt) – Kansas City isn’t able to score, but the team is finally able to flip field position in their favor. Down five, the Chiefs err on the side of caution and choose to pin Denver at their 10-yard line.

Q3| 6:40 (Broncos Drive 7 | Blocked Field Goal) – Safety Justin Reid comes up big for Kansas City in the third quarter.

The defender perfectly read and blocked a field goal from the Broncos, neutralizing a long seven-minute drive from Denver. The Chiefs take back over at their own 26-yard line.

Q3| 15:00 – The Broncos will receive the second-half kickoff after winning the coin toss and deferring at the top of the game.

Chiefs vs. Broncos second-quarter updates:

End of Q2 (Chiefs Drive 7 | Field Goal) – The Chiefs only need 9 seconds to score. Kansas City is able to capitalize on the late Denver turnover with a booming 56-yard field goal.

Q2| 0:09 (Broncos Drive 6 | Fumble) – Defensive end George Karlaftis comes up with a strip-sack just before halftime. Willie Gay Jr. Recovers and gives Kansas City a last gasp at points before halftime.

Q2| 0:48 (Chiefs Drive 6 | Fumble) – A bad day is getting worse for the Chiefs. Patrick Mahomes fumbles the ball deep in Denver territory.

Q2| 2:00 (Chiefs Drive 6 | In Progress) – Kansas City heads into the two-minute warning at mid-field with an opportunity to even up the game heading into halftime.

Q2| 3:30 (Broncos Drive 5 | Punt) – Kansas City’s defense has tightened up heading into halftime. The Chiefs manage to sack Bronco’s QB Russell Wilson on third down to force a punt and give Mahomes and company another shot at a first-half score.

Q2| 5:39 (Chiefs Drive 5 | Field Goal) – The Chiefs make it deep into Denver territory for a second time, but are again unable to get the ball into the end zone.

Kansas City shrinks their deficit to 8 points on a 34-yard Butker field goal.

Q2| 8:35 (Broncos Drive 4 | Turnover on Downs) – Kansas City’s defense and linebacker Drue Tranquil comes up big when the Chiefs need it. Denver is thwarted on a failed fourth-down conversion to end their drive and give the Chiefs their best starting field possession of the day.

Q2| 10:01 (Chiefs Drive 4 | Interception) – Patrick Mahomes compounds Kansas City’s already sloppy game with another mistake.

The quarterback dishes out a risky pass over the middle and Denver cornerback Ja’Quan McMillian picks it off. Denver takes back possession at midfield.

Q2| 11:51 (Broncos Drive 3 | Touchdown) – As self-inflicted errors start to pile up for the Chiefs, the Broncos continue to play mistake-free football.

Wide receiver Jerry Juedy burns Kansas City’s defense on two impressive catches to extend Denver’s lead.

Q2| 13:03 (Chiefs Drive 3| Fumble) – An impressive catch over the middle to receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling turns into a disaster after a hit from safety Justin Simmons knocks the ball out.

Denver recovers the ball and takes over at the 50-yard line.

Q2| 14:13 (Broncos Drive 2| Punt) – Kansas City is able to get off the field forcing a punt from Denver after an offensive pass interference call on WR Courtland Sutton helps put the Broncos in a difficult spot.

Kansas City takes over at the 25-yard line.

Chiefs vs. Broncos first-quarter updates

End of Q1 (Broncos Drive 2 | in progress) – The opening frame of the game ends with the Broncos in possession of the ball at their own 27-yard line,

Q1| 1:14 (Chiefs Drive 2| Field Goal) – An impressive toe-drag catch from Justin Watson and a clutch Mahomes scramble gets the Chiefs into the red zone. Kansas City isn’t able to finish the job.

Faced with 4 and 3 three the goal line, Kansas City decides to settle for a 23-yard Harrison Butker field goal to cut down on Denver’s lead.

Q1| 8:04 (Broncos Drive 1| Touchdown) – The Broncos capitalize on excellent starting field position and dominate on the ground in their opening drive.

Running back Javonte Williams powers in a touchdown for Denver to set up a 7 to 0 lead over the Chiefs.

Q1| 13:16 (Chiefs Drive 1| Punt) – The Chiefs are off to an underwhelming start. Kansas City goes backward four yards on their opening drive and is dealt a three-and-out to start the game.

An excellent punt return for Denver will see the Broncos open on offense in Chiefs territory at the 39-yard-line.

Q1| 15:00 – Broncos win the toss and they defer the choice. Chiefs to receive and start with the ball

Chiefs vs. Broncos pregame updates:

2:59 p.m. – It’s about that time!

2:27 p.m. – Things are looking awfully chilly in Denver. The temperature is just 26 degrees an hour ahead of kickoff.

1:54 p.m. – Both Denver and Kansas City have released their gameday inactive list. No surprises here.

The Chiefs are without two contributors WR Justyn Ross and LB Nick Bolton. WR Justin Watson will suit up vs. the Broncos.

1:39 p.m. – The voice of the Chiefs, Mitch Holthus will be on the call for his 500th game Sunday.

1:33 p.m. – Patrick Mahomes is out on the field for warmups

10:30 a.m. – Patrick Mahomes is reportedly sick with the flu, but still expected to play.

Taylor Swift is rumored not to be in attendance for Sunday’s Chiefs matchup.

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