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Are the Chiefs back?

Kansas City opened their 2026 campaign in commanding fashion on Monday night, cruising to a 31-10 home victory against the Denver Broncos. Patrick Mahomes returned under center following reconstructive surgery on ligaments in his left knee, even contributing a rushing score that prompted postgame discussion from Travis Kelce regarding an uncalled infraction on the play.

While Mahomes was critical of his own performance following his injury layoff, the spotlight shifted heavily to Kenneth Walker III, who produced a career-best 173 rushing yards and reached the end zone twice. Paired with a shutdown defensive showing, Kansas City's revamped, run-heavy attack now has the Indianapolis Colts on alert ahead of their upcoming matchup.