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Broncos and Chiefs tied after first quarter in Kansas City

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Last updated Sep 15, 2026

Broncos and Chiefs tied after first quarter in Kansas City
Summary

The Denver Broncos and Kansas City Chiefs are tied 7-7 after the first quarter on Monday Night Football. The Chiefs scored first with a touchdown run by Patrick Mahomes, following a drive led by Kenneth Walker. The Broncos responded with a touchdown pass from Bo Nix to Evan Engram after overcoming an early interception. Both teams exchanged drives, with Denver facing penalties that impacted their progress as the quarter ended.

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  • •Broncos lost the opening coin toss; Chiefs deferred kickoff.
  • •Patrick Mahomes scored on a 5-yard touchdown run.
  • •Bo Nix threw a touchdown to Evan Engram to tie the game.
  • •Broncos faced multiple penalties in the first quarter.
  • •The game is ongoing as of September 15, 2026.
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Full second quarter recap from the Denver Broncos and Kansas City Chiefs game on Monday Night Football in Week 1.

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Full first quarter recap from the Denver Broncos and Kansas City Chiefs game on Monday Night Football in Week 1.

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