Chiefs host Broncos in upcoming AFC West football game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 11, 2026, 6:15 PM
Last updated Sep 11, 2026

The Kansas City Chiefs are scheduled to host the Denver Broncos this Monday night for a divisional matchup. Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy characterized the game as a physical AFC West contest, emphasizing the need for his offense to establish a determined presence. The Chiefs prepare for the game with quarterback Patrick Mahomes returning to the field following knee surgery. The Kansas City coaching staff noted the challenge posed by the Denver defense, which ranked in the top three for points and yards allowed last season under defensive coordinator Vance Joseph. The Chiefs are focusing on pass protection to counter a Denver pass rush led by outside linebacker Nik Bonitto, defensive lineman Zach Allen, and outside linebacker Jonah Elliss. This game marks the start of the season for both teams.
- •The Chiefs host the Broncos this Monday night at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.
- •Patrick Mahomes is set to return to the Chiefs offense after undergoing knee surgery.
- •Denver defensive coordinator Vance Joseph continues to lead a unit that utilizes frequent blitz packages.
- •The Chiefs offensive focus centers on pass protection against Denver defenders including Nik Bonitto and Zach Allen.
- 6:15 PMYahoo Sports — Chiefs readying to play Broncos in an ‘old-school AFC West blood match’
"Kansas City’s opening game is against one of its all-time rivals.
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