The Chiefs have not been fluid or dynamic on offense through three games.

But even though it seemed like Kansas City was pulling proverbial teeth for much of Sunday Night Football , the club was able to defeat the Giants 22-9 for win No. 1 in 2025.

After going up 9-6 at the end of the first half, the Chiefs scored to start the third quarter with Patrick Mahomes’ 5-yard touchdown to Tyquan Thornton. It was Thornton’s second score in as many weeks as it looks like he’s found a home and a role with Kansas City.

While Graham Gano came in to kick a 25-yard field goal despite dealing with a groin injury, the Giants were effectively out of it when Kareem Hunt powered in a 1-yard touchdown to make the score 22-9 midway through the fourth quarter.

Thornton caught a 33-yard deep pass to set up

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