The Kansas City Chiefs desperately need to beat the Denver Broncos to gain ground in the AFC West race they’ve won nine years running.

The Chiefs had a bye last week, and the Broncos beat the Raiders 10-7. A key matchup to watch is Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes against the Broncos’ strong pass rush. Mahomes needs 299 passing yards to reach 35,000.

The Broncos have won their last 10 home games, and their defense leads the league in sacks. Chiefs RB Isiah Pacheco will miss the game due to a knee injury, as will Broncos RB J.K. Dobbins.

Kansas City (5-4) at Denver (8-2)

Sunday, 3:25 p.m., CBS.

BetMGM line: Chiefs by 4

Against the spread: Chiefs 5-4, Broncos 4-5-1.

Series record: Chiefs lead 73-57.

Last meeting: Broncos beat Chiefs 38-0 on Jan. 5, 2025, at Empower Field in Denver.

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