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Chiefs use 1930s play for touchdown in win over Broncos

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 5:09 AM

Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Chiefs use 1930s play for touchdown in win over Broncos

Summary

The Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Denver Broncos 31-10 in their Week 1 matchup on September 17, 2026. The Chiefs showcased a unique offensive play inspired by a 1936 move known as the "Heisman." Quarterback Patrick Mahomes executed a short pass to running back Kenneth Walker III, following a fake by quarterback Justin Fields. This historical play was highlighted after the game when Andy Reid confirmed its origins and noted that they watched old footage to prepare. The Chiefs are set to face the Indianapolis Colts next.

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•Chiefs scored five touchdowns against the Broncos.
•Andy Reid drew inspiration from a 1936 play named 'Heisman.'
•Patrick Mahomes connected with Kenneth Walker III for a touchdown.
•Next, the Chiefs will play against the Indianapolis Colts.
•Historical video of the play was provided to Reid by ESPN's Chris Berman.

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5:09 AMYahoo Sports — Chiefs news: NFL digs up video of Andy Reid's wild play inspiration from 1930s

What they're saying

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If the NFL’s archives ever get destroyed in a fire, the league can just ask Kansas City Chiefs coach Andy Reid to diagram every play and recreate them. The Chiefs destroyed the Denver Broncos , 31-10, in Week 1. They scored five touchdowns, including one in the fourth quarter, with quarterback Patrick Mahomes shoveling a short pass to running back […] The post Chiefs news: NFL digs up video of Andy Reid's wild play inspiration from 1930s appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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