Chiefs score touchdown using play inspired by Chris Berman
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 3:15 PM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026
The Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Denver Broncos 31-10 on September 15, 2026, in their first Monday Night Football matchup of the season. Quarterback Patrick Mahomes, returning from injury, and running back Kenneth Walker III, making his debut, combined in a touchdown play inspired by Chris Berman. Head coach Andy Reid confirmed that Berman had sent the play design, which was executed successfully in the game's fourth quarter. Mahomes noted that the play, referred to as 'Heisman,' was practiced several times leading up to game day. The Chiefs, looking to rebound from a disappointing 2025 season, aim to continue their resurgence as they prepare for future matchups.
- •Chiefs win 31-10 against Broncos in Monday Night Football
- •Patrick Mahomes returns from torn ACL and LCL injury
- •Running back Kenneth Walker III scores in his Chiefs debut
- •Touchdown play inspired by ESPN's Chris Berman
- •Chiefs aim to maintain momentum following a challenging season
- 3:15 PMYahoo Sports — Chris Berman had unique role in Chiefs touchdown play vs Broncos
"Chris “Boomer” Berman is closing in on 50 years at ESPN. Earlier this year, he told Alex Sherman of CNBC that he intends to retire when his current contract, which extends through the 2029 NFL season, expires. After that, Berman, 71, may have a future in calling plays in the NFL. Wait, what? On Monday,…
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