Chiefs utilize play-action passes in win over Dolphins

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Last updated Sep 28, 2026

Chiefs utilize play-action passes in win over Dolphins
Summary

The Kansas City Chiefs secured a 24-10 victory against the Miami Dolphins on September 27, 2026, improving to 3-0 for the season. Despite the win, the game was more challenging than anticipated, with issues on offense, defense, and special teams. However, quarterback Patrick Mahomes showcased strong play-action passing, completing 11 of 12 attempts for 183 yards. Mahomes credited running backs Kenneth Walker and Emmett Johnson for their contributions, which helped open up the offense. Improvements will be sought in drive finishing and minimizing mistakes moving forward.

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  • •Chiefs improve to 3-0 with the victory
  • •Mahomes excels on play-action with 15.3 yards per attempt
  • •Walker and Johnson's performance aids offensive execution
  • •Focus on reducing mistakes and finishing drives will be essential
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  • 12:45 AMYahoo Sports — Play-action passing a strength from Chiefs’ win against Dolphins
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Sunday’s game was more difficult than expected for Kansas City, but the run game is demanding more focus from opponents.

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