The Denver Broncos head into Week 8 against the Kansas City Chiefs with a key injury blow: RB RJ Harvey is ruled out with a knee injury, while WR Jaylen Waddle is listed as questionable after a chest issue in the 30-16 win over Arizona. Harvey, who has contributed 87 rushing yards, 217 receiving yards and two touchdowns in six games, will be replaced by JK Dobbins and Jonah Coleman. If Waddle misses, QB Bo Nix must rely on Courtland Sutton, Troy Franklin and TE Evan Engram. Ten players are on the injury report, including active WR Marvin Mims Jr. and ILB Karene Reid. The matchup could shape the AFC West lead.
Fifita apparently tore his MCL against Colorado last year, then proceeded to play five more games and throw 12 more touchdowns.
The Broncos also will play a third-straight game without safety Talanoa Hufanga.
Patrick Mahomes is back to playing at a high level for the 5-1 Chiefs, and the midday show says Denver can't afford to treat him as a declining quarterback on Sunday
Arizona Cardinals safety Budda Baker turned Halloween into a spectacle, answering trade deadline questions while wearing a grotesque evil‑clown mask at the team’s press conference. The Cardinals sit 2‑5 after a 30‑16 loss to Denver, having already dealt Marvin Harrison Jr. to Houston and eyeing more moves before the Nov. 10 deadline. Baker told ESPN he plans to stay through the deadline but acknowledges trades are “business.” The video of his costume has gone viral, earning him praise for his commitment to the holiday tradition.
The third overall pick practiced on a limited basis Wednesday and Thursday, his first sessions since Oct. 9, after sitting out games against the Rams and Broncos.
Rashee Rice is slated to return for the Kansas City Chiefs in Sunday’s divisional clash with the Denver Broncos, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. The former Chiefs wideout, who missed the past few weeks, now has no injury designation and is expected to line up alongside Patrick Mahomes. Rice’s speed and ability to create separation add a crucial weapon for a team eyeing a deep postseason run, especially against a Broncos defense that ranks among the NFL’s toughest. His comeback could also open up opportunities for the rest of the receiving corps as the AFC West battle intensifies.
The Chiefs’ Week 8 injury report clears wide receiver Rashee Rice, who returns after a hamstring/knee tweak that sidelined him since Week 4, ahead of the Sunday showdown with the Denver Broncos. Questionable spots remain for CBs Mansoor Delane and L’Jarius Sneed (shoulder, knee) and DE R. Mason Thomas (personal). Travis Kelce is back from an ankle issue, and key starters like Patrick Mahomes, Nick Bolton and Creed Humphrey participated fully. Denver’s latest list notes safety Talanoa Hufanga out (ankle) and limited returns for WR Jaylen Waddle (chest) and DE Zach Allen (hamstring).
In a Madden NFL 27 simulation, the 5-1 Kansas City Chiefs fall 24-9 to the 5-2 Denver Broncos at Mile High, extending the AFC West rivalry. J.K. Dobbins rushes for 104 yards and two touchdowns, while Bo Nix throws for 211 yards and one score. Patrick Mahanges posts 204 passing yards on 23‑31 throws, but a late fumble seals the loss. Harrison Butker kicks three of four attempts, missing a 66‑yard try. The Chiefs head back to Arrowhead next week to host the New York Jets.
The Denver Broncos have entered the trade race for Indianapolis Colts star running back Jonathan Taylor, joining the New York Giants in pursuit. With the Broncos averaging just 3.8 yards per carry and only 664 rushing yards this season, Sean Payton’s offense is desperate for a three‑down back. Reports say Denver may have to include rookie RB Jonah Coleman, who posted a 4.9‑yard average in Arizona, to satisfy Indianapolis. The move would address Denver’s short‑yardage woes while forcing the team to outbid rivals and navigate Taylor’s hefty contract.
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Denver hosts the Chiefs on Sunday at 5-2, and the morning show sees the rematch as a chance to erase the memory of the 31-10 loss in the opener
Arrowhead Pride staff weigh in on the Chiefs‑Broncos Week 8 showdown, predicting a tight Chiefs win despite Denver’s recent 30‑16 victory over Arizona. The Broncos (5‑2) are 1.5‑point road underdogs, with Bo Nix’s quarterback play under scrutiny and a defense that’s bounced back. Writers cite Kenneth Walker’s workload, Patrick Mahomes’ protection, and potential returns of Rashee Rice and Jaylon Moore as key factors. Predicted scores range from 20‑16 to 27‑17 in favor of Kansas City, highlighting a crucial AFC West clash that could shape playoff seeding.
The Carolina Panthers fired defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero on Friday after a 59‑point loss to the Bears and a 3‑4 start to the season. Evero, who spent five years with Sean McVay’s Rams coaching defensive backs before stints as Denver’s DC (7th in yards allowed, 2022) and Carolina’s DC (fourth in yards allowed, 2024‑25), now faces uncertainty. Speculation arises whether the Rams might rehire him to bolster a secondary that recently added Trent McDuffie, Jaylen Watson and Quentin Lake, especially as head coach Chris Shula seeks additional help.
A look at how the Kansas City Chiefs have fared in the second games of the season against the Denver Broncos in the Patrick Mahomes era.
The Dallas Cowboys aim to extend their recent win streak in Week 8 against the Arizona Cardinals, who upset them 27‑17 last season. Key battles include RB Javonte Williams, fresh off a 155‑yard, one‑touchdown performance against the Eagles, versus a Cardinals run defense that ranks 23rd and allows 126.3 yards per game. The Cowboys' secondary will test All‑Pro TE Trey McBride, who logged 10 catches for 111 yards and a TD versus Denver, while rookie safety Caleb Downs may be tasked with coverage. Meanwhile, rumors link Cardinals OLB Josh Sweat to a possible trade, adding intrigue to his matchup with rookie RT Terence Steele.
The Broncos have received unexpected contributions from several emerging defenders who could complicate the Chiefs' hopes of bouncing back in Week 8.
Patrick Surtain is poised to return for the Broncos’ showdown with the Chiefs on Nov. 1, giving Denver a new defensive edge. His comeback lets coach Vance Joseph unleash more blitzes on Patrick Mahomes, a tactic that has already forced five interceptions and 14 sacks in five meetings. Surtain’s coverage of Rashee Rice and his tackling ability also bolster Denver’s run defense against Kenneth Walker III. With the AFC West race on the line (Chiefs 5‑1, Broncos 5‑2), his presence could be the difference in a game that could decide the division.
The Chiefs must bounce back after a shutout loss to Seattle as they head to Denver for Week 8, a pivotal AFC West clash. To win, Kansas City should lean on Kenneth Walker III, who rushed for 173 yards and a TD in their 31‑10 Week 1 victory and needs at least 125 scrimmage yards against a Broncos defense that has allowed 133 rushing yards per game. Defensively, the plan is to keep Broncos quarterback Bo Nix confined to the pocket, using disciplined edge pressure and possibly quarterback‑spy Jeff Bassa. Finally, special teams can’t afford another missed kick from Harrison Butker, who has missed five field goals this season, so the team has added veteran Justin Tucker for competition.
The Denver Broncos are monitoring Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor as the Nov. 10 trade deadline nears, though a deal looks unlikely. Insider James Palmer says Denver is among the few teams watching Taylor, who leads the league with eight rushing TDs and 765 scrimmage yards heading into Week 8. The Broncos, ranked 26th in rushing (84.2 yards per game) and eager to boost their ground game after J.K. Dobbins’ struggles and rookie Jonah Coleman’s promising 54‑yard performance in a 30‑16 win over Arizona, view Taylor as a proven lead back. However, Taylor’s $44 M, two‑year extension keeps him secured through 2028, and Indianapolis has not signaled a move.
The Kansas City Chiefs are scrambling for a wide‑receiver trade ahead of their Week 8 clash with Denver. With Rashee Rice sidelined by a hamstring since Week 4 and Tyquan Thornton out, the Chiefs have relied on tight ends Noah Gray and Travis Kelce (44 yards each) and rookie Xavier Worthy, who has only 24 catches for 217 yards. Insider James Palmer says GM Brett Veach has been “working the phones for weeks” on names like Brian Thomas Jr. and Josh Downs. The trade could bolster Patrick Mahomes’ arsenal and keep Kansas City in the AFC Super Bowl race.
Veteran tight end Travis Kelby faces an ankle issue ahead of the Chiefs' Week 8 matchup with the Denver Broncos. After a modest four-reception, 44-yard effort in a 20-3 loss to Seattle, Kelce has logged 24 catches for 343 yards and two touchdowns this season. He participated fully in Wednesday’s practice but was limited on Thursday, leaving his game status uncertain. Kansas City sits 5-1 atop the AFC West, while a Broncos win could flip the division lead.
After a 20-3 loss to the Seattle Seahawks in Week 7, Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes admits his early-game struggles and attributes them to unnecessary movement that created pressure, highlighting his hallmark self‑awareness. The critique comes as Kansas City prepares for Week 8 against the Denver Broncos, a team they beat 31-10 in Week 1. Meanwhile, the Chiefs’ offense still lacks a receiver who can consistently beat man coverage, prompting trade talk for George Pickens or Josh Downs. Rookie corner Mansoor Delane shines with a 20% pass‑breakup rate, and offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy updates fans on his wife’s recovery.
Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy told reporters on Oct. 30 that his wife Mia is recovering well after being shot at their Virginia home in July. She recently joined the team’s wives’ trip to Seattle, and Bieniward says her rehab is progressing smoothly. Bieniemy stepped away from training camp to support her, returning on Aug. 10, and credits her encouragement for his comeback as Kansas City prepares for its Week 8 game against the Denver Broncos.