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NFL Week 1 Chiefs vs. Broncos picks, best bets: Why Denver will cover as Patrick Mahomes returns from injury

The Kansas City Chiefs are scheduled to face off against the Denver Broncos during the opening week of the NFL season. Despite quarterback Patrick Mahomes coming back from an injury for the matchup, betting analysis points toward Denver successfully covering the point spread in the contest.

Wagering recommendations and top predictions spotlight reasons to favor the Broncos against the spread, even with Kansas City getting their star passer back on the field for this Week 1 showdown.