Chiefs overpower Broncos 31-10 in Week 1 as Mahomes returns
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 7:14 AM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026
The Kansas City Chiefs secured a 31-10 victory over the Denver Broncos at Arrowhead Stadium in Week 1. Patrick Mahomes made a successful return from his knee injury, contributing significantly to the win. Offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy, 57, played a crucial role with his innovative playcalling, helping to open lanes for both Mahomes and newcomer Kenneth Walker III. Mark Henry, noted for his resemblance to Bieniemy, humorously joked about his supposed involvement with the Chiefs as fans reacted positively to the light-hearted exchange via social media.
- •Chiefs defeat Broncos 31-10 in Week 1 matchup.
- •Patrick Mahomes returns from injury, plays a key role.
- •Eric Bieniemy praised for effective offensive strategies.
- •Mark Henry jokes about resemblance to Bieniemy on social media.
- •Kenneth Walker III makes impressive debut for Chiefs.
- 7:14 AMYahoo Sports — Chiefs news: Mark Henry breaks silence on lookalike Eric Bieniemy after Week 1
"Are we really sure that it was Eric Bieniemy who called the offensive plays for the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 1 and not Mark Henry? We need proof. The Chiefs powerslammed the Denver Broncos, 31-10, at Arrowhead Stadium on Monday, with Patrick Mahomes making a rousing return from his knee injury. Bieniemy, the 57-year-old offensive coordinator, […] The post Chiefs news: Mark Henry breaks silence on lookalike Eric Bieniemy after Week 1 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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