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Patrick Mahomes shines in Chiefs' win against Broncos after injury recovery

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 9:55 AM

Last updated Sep 16, 2026

Patrick Mahomes shines in Chiefs' win against Broncos after injury recovery

Summary

Patrick Mahomes returned from ACL and LCL injuries to lead the Kansas City Chiefs to a 31-10 victory over the Denver Broncos on Monday night. Mahomes threw two touchdown passes and added a rushing touchdown, showcasing his ability to perform after a significant injury that sidelined him at the end of the 2025 season. NFL analyst Chris Broussard compared Mahomes' resilience and mental toughness to legendary boxer Muhammad Ali, highlighting Mahomes' capacity to win even when not at his best. The Chiefs' success in Week 1 puts the league on notice as the season progresses.

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•Mahomes returned from ACL and LCL injuries.
•Chiefs defeated Broncos 31-10 on Monday night.
•He threw two touchdown passes and rushed for another.
•Chris Broussard compared Mahomes to Muhammad Ali.
•The win highlights Kansas City's potential this season.

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9:55 AMYahoo Sports — ‘He is clearly the best’ – Patrick Mahomes compared to Muhammad Ali after ACL injury comeback

What they're saying

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Patrick Mahomes led the Kansas City Chiefs to a 31-10 victory over the Denver Broncos on Monday night. Mahomes impressed in his return from ACL and LCL injuries that forced him to miss the end of the 2025 season.
— Yahoo Sports

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