Broncos regain AFC West lead with 28-24 win over Chiefs
CBS NFL • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 2, 2026, 4:09 AM
Last updated Nov 2, 2026
The Denver Broncos secured a 28-24 victory against the Kansas City Chiefs at Empower Field at Mile High on November 1. This win allowed the Broncos to reclaim control of the AFC West division. Trailing 24-13 in the fourth quarter, Denver mounted a comeback led by Bo Nix, scoring a touchdown before their defense held strong against the Chiefs' final drive., Patrick Mahomes was unable to convert a crucial fourth down at the goal line due to defensive pressure and penalties.
- •Broncos rally from 24-13 deficit in the fourth quarter.
- •Bo Nix throws a touchdown to Jonah Coleman for the lead.
- •Chiefs miss key late field goal attempt by Harrison Butker.
- •A false start penalty halted the Chiefs' final drive.
- •The win signifies the Broncos' resilience in maintaining their title.
- 4:20 AMCBS NFL — Five things we learned as Broncos stun Chiefs, seize first place in AFC West
- 4:09 AMYahoo Sports — Denver Broncos Take Back Control Over AFC West With Dramatic Win Over Kansas City Chiefs
"The Denver Broncos, in the most dramatic of fashions, took commanding control of the division with a 28-24 win over the Kansas City Chiefs. Denver loves a fourth quarter comeback and this win was one of their best. Their offense put it in the hands of their defense to get a stop and keep their […] The post Denver Broncos Take Back Control Over AFC West With Dramatic Win Over Kansas City Chiefs appeared first on HEAVY.
"Denver's quarterback delivered another remarkable finish, while a vastly improved defense and two emerging running backs helped the Broncos take control of the AFC West
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External links- CBS NFLNov 2, 2026, 4:20 AMFive things we learned as Broncos stun Chiefs, seize first place in AFC West
Denver's quarterback delivered another remarkable finish, while a vastly improved defense and two emerging running backs helped the Broncos take control of the AFC West
- Yahoo SportsNov 2, 2026, 4:09 AMDenver Broncos Take Back Control Over AFC West With Dramatic Win Over Kansas City Chiefs
The Denver Broncos, in the most dramatic of fashions, took commanding control of the division with a 28-24 win over the Kansas City Chiefs. Denver loves a fourth quarter comeback and this win was one of their best. Their offense put it in the hands of their defense to get a stop and keep their […] The post Denver Broncos Take Back Control Over AFC West With Dramatic Win Over Kansas City Chiefs appeared first on HEAVY.
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