Chiefs host Broncos in Week 1 Monday Night Football matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 10:31 AM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026
The Kansas City Chiefs face the Denver Broncos at Arrowhead Stadium in Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season on Monday night. Denver, defending its AFC West title, has retained most of its roster and made key changes, including appointing Davis Webb as the play-caller and acquiring wide receiver Jaylen Waddle. Patrick Mahomes returns for Kansas City after missing the end of last season due to injury. Both teams are under pressure to start strong, with high stakes for Denver in the competitive AFC.
- •Broncos retained nearly all players from the 2025 roster.
- •Davis Webb takes over play-calling duties for Denver.
- •Jaylen Waddle joins the Broncos to enhance their offense.
- •Patrick Mahomes returns for Kansas City after a knee injury.
- •The game is critical for both teams' aspirations this season.
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