Broncos take commanding lead of AFC West with win as Chiefs' playoff hopes receive huge hit

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The Denver Broncos converted on third down twice and set up Will Lutz for the game-winning 35-yard field goal to extinguish any lingering demons that have plagued them against the Kansas City Chiefs.

Denver won the game, 22-19.

The Broncos’ defense was as good as ever, keeping Patrick Mahomes and the rest of the Chiefs offense in check. Despite a few penalties against defensive back Riley Moss, it was Ja’Quan McMillian who was the thorn in the Chiefs’ side.

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Denver Broncos cornerback Ja'Quan McMillian, right, sacks Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) during the second half an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025, in Denver.  (Jack Dempsey/AP Photo)

He had an interception on Mahomes in the third quarter and sacked him with less than four minutes left in the game. He had six tackles, two sacks and two pass breakups in the win.

Justin Strnad led the Broncos with 10 tackles. D.J. Jones had three tackles, including a sack. Kansas City was held to 311 yards of total offense on 62 total plays. Kansas City had 19 first downs but struggled in the red zone, going 1-for-4.

Bo Nix found Troy Franklin on third down for 32 yards that helped set Lutz up for an easier field goal. Nix was 24-of-37 with 295 passing yards. Jaleel McLaughlin had the lone touchdown for the Broncos. He ran it into the end zone in the third quarter.

Franklin led the Broncos with four catches for 84 yards.

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Denver Broncos running back Jaleel McLaughlin celebrates after scoring during the second half an NFL football game against