Chiefs' Late Field Goal Block Secures Win Over Broncos, Extends Undefeated Streak

The Kansas City Chiefs maintained their perfect record this season with a dramatic 16-14 victory over the Denver Broncos, thanks to a blocked field goal in the final moments of the game at Arrowhead Stadium.

With just seconds left on the clock, Denver's kicker Will Lutz lined up for a 35-yard attempt that could have clinched the win for the Broncos. However, a crucial block by the Chiefs left the Broncos stunned and handed Kansas City their 15th consecutive victory, extending their winning streak from last season's Super Bowl run.

The Broncos had control for most of the game. Rookie quarterback Bo Nix put on an impressive performance, completing 22 of 30 passes for 215 yards and throwing two touchdowns. His first touchdown pass went to Devaughn Vele for 6 yards, followed by a 32-yard deep strike to Courtland Sutton, giving the Broncos a strong lead in the second quarter.

The Chiefs, despite trailing early, narrowed the gap with a 2-yard touchdown pass from Patrick Mahomes to Travis Kelce just before halftime. Kansas City then added two field goals in the second half, the second one by Harrison Butker putting them ahead by two points late in the fourth quarter.

Nix led a determined drive in the closing minutes, converting three critical third downs. A 13-yard catch by Sutton placed the Broncos in a prime position to attempt the game-winning field goal. The Broncos ran down the clock, setting up Lutz for what seemed like a straightforward attempt, only to be denied by the Chiefs' defensive effort.

Mahomes finished the game with 28 completions on 42 attempts, totaling 266 yards and one touchdown. Kareem Hunt contributed 35 rushing yards on 14 carries and added 65 receiving yards with seven receptions. Kelce recorded 64 receiving yards and a touchdown on eight catches.

For the Broncos, Audric Estime managed 53 rushing yards on 14 carries, while Sutton added 70 yards and a touchdown on six receptions. The defeat dropped the Broncos' record to 5-5, marking their second consecutive loss.

Kansas City's flawless 9-0 start puts them in elite company, with only two teams in NFL history completing a regular season without a loss. The Chiefs will next face the Buffalo Bills in New York, where Mahomes is set to go head-to-head with Josh Allen, who has guided the Bills to an 8-2 record after their 30-20 win against the Indianapolis Colts.