In a thrilling matchup, the Kansas City Chiefs overcame an early 10-point deficit to secure a 17-10 victory against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday. Quarterback Patrick Mahomes showcased his talent by passing for 245 yards and a touchdown, marking his 100th regular-season start with an impressive performance.
Mahomes' connection with tight end Travis Kelce was reignited during the game, with Kelce recording a season-high seven receptions for 89 yards. Kelce also made history by setting the franchise's career receptions record, surpassing the legendary Tony Gonzalez.
The Chiefs, now boasting a 4-0 record for the first time since 2020, demonstrated their dominance over the Chargers once again. Kansas City has now won six consecutive games against their AFC West rivals and holds the longest active winning streak on the road against the Chargers, with 11 straight victories.
Despite the Chargers capitalizing on two Chiefs turnovers to score 10 points, they struggled to maintain their momentum throughout the game. Quarterback Justin Herbert, playing with limited mobility due to a high ankle sprain, faced pressure from the Chiefs' defense, including two sacks by Chris Jones.
The turning point came when Mahomes connected with Xavier Worthy for a 54-yard touchdown pass in the third quarter, followed by a 2-yard touchdown run by Samaje Perine in the fourth, putting the Chiefs in the lead.
Both teams displayed resilience and determination, but it was the Chiefs who emerged victorious in the end. With Kelce's record-breaking performance and Mahomes' leadership, Kansas City continues to establish itself as a force to be reckoned with in the NFL.
Looking ahead, the Chiefs will face the Minnesota Vikings next Sunday, while the Chargers will have a bye week before visiting the Denver Broncos on October 14.
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