Broncos Beat Chiefs, Box Score Stats, Highlights for Mahomes, Kelce, Nix, Waddle, Top Players
A 15-0 run led by Bo Nix capped a 28-24 Denver Broncos victory over Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday.
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AFC Playoff Picture: Buffalo Bills are in first place all by themselves
After a Denver Broncos upset of the Kansas City Chiefs and a Buffalo Bills victory over the Baltimore Ravens, the Bills sit alone at the top of the AFC with a 6-1 record entering Week 9. The Patriots sit 1.5 games back, holding a tiebreaker over Buffalo, while the Steelers are on a bye. The Bills now share the best overall NFL record with the Minnesota Vikings, who fell to 6-1 after their recent loss. The updated AFC standings show the Bills leading the pack.
Coleman’s huge play gives Broncos comeback win for first place
Bo Nix showed up and pushed the Broncos to a stunning 28-24 win over the Kansas City Chiefs
Broncos lose key defensive back to hamstring injury during Chiefs clash
The Denver Broncos lose starting safety Brandon Jones to a hamstring injury during a tight Week 8 showdown with the Kansas City Chiefs. Jones, who posted three tackles and two interceptions this season, exits as the Broncos trail 24-21 in the fourth quarter. Quarterback Bo Nix throws for 170 yards and two touchdowns, but the running game stalls at just 37 yards, while the Chiefs, led by Patrick Mahomes, pile on three fourth‑quarter TDs to secure a sixth win. The loss of Jones hampers Denver’s defense as they fall short of avenging their Week 1 defeat.
Chiefs DT Peter Woods leaves game in Denver with neck injury
Rookie defensive tackle Peter Woods exits the Chiefs' Week 8 matchup against the Denver Broncos with a neck injury. After reading a screen and getting tangled in blocks in the first half, Woods was initially listed as questionable but was ruled out by the fourth quarter. The injury comes as Woods has logged 13 tackles, a half‑sack and a quarterback hit in just 46% of defensive snaps this season. His absence could accelerate the return of second‑year DT Omarr Norman‑Lott from the PUP list.
Latest Peter Woods injury updates after Chiefs DT exits Week 8 vs. Broncos
The Kansas City Chiefs are fighting for first place in the AFC West. Standing in their way is the Denver Broncos, who are also fighting for first place in the division. The Chiefs saw an injury occur early on, unfortunately, as Peter Woods exited the game
NFL Week 8 fan discussion
The Buffalo Bills clinch a dominant 36-10 victory over the Baltimore Ravens, tightening their grip on the AFC East and the top seed race. Fans now watch Week 8’s Sunday night action—Kansas City vs. Denver and New England vs. Miami—hoping those rivals fall, which would solidify Buffalo’s lone first‑place standing. The post serves as an open discussion thread for the remaining Sunday Night Football matchups, urging civility while cheering the Bills.
Chiefs raise more questions by benching Kingsley Suamataia for second time
The Kansas City Chiefs are no strangers to offensive line concerns early in 2026. From injuries to mysterious absences, the Chiefs have been searching for answe
Chiefs’ Andy Reid makes surprise lineup change right before Broncos game
Ahead of their Week 8 AFC West showdown with the Denver Broncos, Chiefs head coach Andy Reid shocks the roster by benching veteran tackle Kingsley Suamataia for Mike Caliendo. Suamataia, a 2024 second‑round pick who started five of the first seven games, remains healthy, while Caliendo—primarily a backup who’s appeared in every game—makes his ninth career start. The move, reported by ESPN’s Nate Taylor, adds intrigue to a pivotal mid‑season clash that could shape the division lead. Reid is expected to explain the decision during the post‑game press conference.
Chiefs vs. Broncos live player stats, box score and match stats for NFL Week 8
The Kansas City Chiefs are still tasting their first loss of the season, and they'd love nothing more than to get a bounce-back win against the rival Denver Bro
Chiefs left guard Kingsley Suamataia benched again in Denver
Ahead of the divisional showdown with the Denver Broncos, the Kansas City Chiefs bench veteran left guard Kingsley Suamataia for the second time this season, opting for backup Mike Caliendo as the starter. Although Suamataia participates in warm‑ups, the change—labeled a "coach's decision" by CBS reporter Tracy Wolfson—mirrors a similar Week 4 move against the Raiders, with no injury listed. Suamataia had started the past two games after the bye, and analysts note Caliendo lacks Suamataia's talent and consistency. Head coach Andy Reid has yet to comment further.
NFL Week 8 Late Games information and discussion
Bleeding Green Nation breaks down the NFL Week 8 late-afternoon matchups on Sunday, Nov. 1. The primary game is the Kansas City Chiefs (5‑1) at Denver Broncos (5‑2) airing on CBS at 4:25 p.m. ET, with Jim Nantz, J.J. Watt and Tracy Wolfson calling. Also featured are the Chargers (0‑6) at Rams (3‑4) on FOX at 4:05 p.m. ET and the Patriots (4‑3) at Dolphins (1‑5) on FOX at 4:25 p.m. ET. Stream via FuboTV, Paramount+, or FOX One, and check 506sports for local broadcast info. The post invites discussion and promises a separate Eagles Sunday Night Football thread.
Final Score: Chiefs fall to Broncos, lose grip on AFC West
The Kansas City Chiefs (5-1) travel to Denver for a pivotal Week 8 showdown against the 5-2 Broncos, kicking off at 3:25 PM Arrowhead time. After a 31-10 season‑opening win, Kansas tries to halt Denver’s three‑game streak, while the Broncos aim to contain running back Kenneth Walker III, who erupted for over 200 yards in Week 1. Key returns include WR Rashee Rice and LT Jaylon Moore for Kansas City. The first quarter sees Denver open with a 39‑yard field goal, then Kansas answers with a 69‑yard, Mahomes‑to‑Kelce drive capped by a Rashee Rice TD, giving the Chiefs a 7‑3 lead. The article provides live play‑by‑play updates and invites fans to join the game‑day discussion on the SB Nation app.
Ashton Jeanty in doghouse, and Raiders even allowed an Aaron Glenn first this season
The Las Vegas Raiders stumble to a 38‑33 loss against the New York Jets, exposing deeper woes after a recent win over the Kansas City Chiefs. Running back Ashton Jeanty sees just two carries entering the fourth quarter and averages a meager 3.1 yards per attempt in his sophomore season, while still posting three receptions for 64 yards. The defense, under new head coach Aaron Glenn, allows its first 23‑point half of the year and has been outscored 107‑9 in late‑half situations. With 420+ yards given up and a sputtering ground game, the Raiders face a daunting week of adjustments.
How to watch Chiefs vs Broncos: NFL, live stream, TV channel, start time
The Kansas City Chiefs travel to Denver on Sunday, November 1, 2026, for a pivotal AFC West showdown at Empower Field. The game tips off at 4:25 PM ET on CBS, with a live stream available on Fubo. Patrick Mahomes leads the Chiefs’ high‑powered offense, while rookie quarterback Bo Nix anchors the Broncos, who will lean on home‑field advantage and a stingy defense. With division standings on the line, turnovers and red‑zone efficiency could decide the winner.
Broncos-Chiefs inactives: Waddle, Allen, Jones all good to go
Zach Allen, Brandon Jones and Jaylen Waddle are all active for the Broncos against the Chiefs.
Denver Broncos Week 8 inactives vs. Kansas City Chiefs
The Broncos head into Sunday’s AFC West clash with the Chiefs at 2:25 p.m. MT missing safety Talanoa Hufanga, who sits out his third straight game after a Week 5 ankle injury. Third‑string quarterback Sam Ehlinger and defensive lineman Jordan Jackson join Hufanga on the inactive list, along with rookies Tyler Onyedim, Dallen Bentley, Gavin Ortega and Kage Casey. Four players—safety Brandon Jones, tackle Garett Bolles, defensive lineman Zach Allen and receiver Jaylen Waddle—were listed as questionable but are expected to play. All other Broncos are cleared for the showdown.
Chiefs-Broncos Inactives: R Mason Thomas will play
The Kansas City Chiefs announce their Week 8 inactives for Sunday’s clash with the Denver Broncos. Tackle Diego Pounds, cornerback Mansoor Delane (shoulder injury), fullback Ben VanSumeren, and DEs Jack Pyburn and Tyreke Smith sit out. Rookie QB Garrett Nussmeir is listed as the third quarterback, while Patrick Mahomes and Justin Fields remain starters. Defensive end R. Mason Thomas, initially questionable, returns to the active roster, making Smith inactive. On the Broncos side, safety Talanoa Hufanga, OL Gavin Ortega, Kage Casey, TE Dallen Bentley, and DL Jordan Jackson and Tyler Onyedim are out, with Sam Ehlinger as the third QB. Both teams also note several players on IR and practice‑squad elevations.
Is Rashee Rice playing today for Chiefs vs Broncos in 2026 NFL Week 8?
Rashee Rice is cleared to play for the Kansas City Chiefs against the Denver Broncos in Week 8, ending a hamstring and knee issue that sidelined him since Week 4. After completing a full practice on Friday, he sheds his injury designation and returns to a Chiefs team sitting 5‑1 atop the AFC West. Rice, Mahomes’ most targeted receiver before his injury, boosts the Chiefs’ passing attack and red‑zone options as they aim to avenge a recent loss in Seattle and sweep Denver for the season.
Live stream Broncos vs Chiefs for free: Watch NFL Week 8, TV channel
Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs travel to Denver on Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026, for a pivotal AFC West clash with the Broncos at 4:25 PM ET on CBS. The Chiefs, 5‑1 after a 20‑3 loss to Seattle, aim to rebound with Mahomes, Travis Kelce and rookie RB Kenneth Walker III (701 yards, 6 TDs). Denver, riding a three‑game streak to 5‑2, leans on a stout defense (18.3 points allowed per game) and a league‑best 21 sacks led by Nik Bonitto, though RB RJ Harvey and safety Talanoa Hufanga are sidelined and WR Jaylen Waddle is questionable. Fans can stream the game for free via Fubo.
Russell Wilson shades Sean Payton during Sunday pregame: ‘You may like me, you may not’
On Nov. 1, 2026, former Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson, now a CBS analyst on The NFL Today+, reignited his feud with coach Sean Payton by teasing the Broncos‑Chiefs matchup: “I’m riding with the Denver Broncos… Sean Payton, you may like me, you may not.” Wilson, who posted a throw‑away line on social media, revisited his 11‑19 stint in Denver that ended with an $85 million dead‑money cut. Despite the lingering drama—highlighted by Payton’s earlier comments and Wilson’s 2025 bounty‑gate jab—Wilson still backs the Broncos to defeat Kansas City, showing he can separate analysis from personal grievances.
“You Can’t Come In”: Broncos Security Deny J.J. Watt Entry Into the Stadium as CBS Broadcaster Caught Offguard
Before his debut as CBS’s lead analyst for the Broncos‑Chiefs Week 8 showdown, former NFL star J.J. Watt tries to take an early‑morning walk at Empower Field and is turned away by security. Despite passing a facial‑recognition scan, the Broncos staff refuse entry because Watt lacks an official NFL Events credential—a rule clarified by league communications. The incident, shared by Watt on The NFL Today+, highlights the strict access protocols introduced league‑wide in 2024. Watt, newly signed to a multiyear CBS deal after Tony Romo’s exit, respects the security decision as he prepares to join Jim Nantz and Tracy Wolfson in the broadcast booth.
Is Jaylen Waddle playing today for Broncos vs Chiefs in Week 8 of the 2026 NFL season?
Jaylen Waddle is listed as questionable for the Broncos' Week 8 showdown with the Chiefs on Nov. 1, 2026, after aggravating a chest injury. Despite a muted start in Denver—just one two‑yard catch in his debut at Arrowhead—Waddle remains the Broncos' top receiver and could be pivotal in the AFC West clash (Broncos 5‑2, Chiefs 5‑1). Sources cite his health trending upward, and ESPN projects him for 10.85 PPR fantasy points, though he hasn't broken 10 points in three weeks. Fans and fantasy owners will be watching to see if he can finally break his yards‑and‑touchdown drought against Kansas City.
Russell Wilson Video Picking Broncos-Chiefs Goes Viral After Sean Payton Saga
Russell Wilson and Sean Payton probably aren't going to be hanging out anytime soon, but the retired quarterback still feels his former head coach is going to get the win Sunday.
NFL Week 8: Sunday afternoon football open thread
Week 8 Sunday afternoon kickoff features a slate of matchups across CBS and FOX, highlighted by the Ravens‑Bills, Browns‑Steelers, Colts‑Jaguars, and Titans‑Bengals at 1 p.m. ET, followed by Chiefs‑Broncos and Patriots‑Dolphins at 4:25 p.m. ET on CBS. On FOX, the Vikings take on the Lions, Cardinals clash with the Cowboys, Raiders face the Jets, Falcons meet the Buccaneers, and the Chargers play the Rams at 4:05 p.m. ET. The night caps with the Commanders hosting the Eagles at 8:20 p.m. ET in Northwest Stadium.
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