The Denver Broncos faced an early setback when their quarterback looked to target Courtland Sutton, but Kansas City Chiefs rookie cornerback Mansoor Delane intercepted the pass, giving the Chiefs possession at the Denver 46-yard line and momentum to start the game.
Taking advantage of the turnover, the Chiefs drove into the red zone and capped a 10-play, 46-yard drive with a touchdown. Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, who was also returning from a knee injury, executed the drive, including a 15-yard scramble for the score, putting the Chiefs ahead 7-0.
Denver entered the matchup with high expectations after a 14-3 season last year, while Kansas City hoped for a healthier core in 2026. Nix’s early mistake highlighted how quickly rust can show up, and the Broncos faced the challenge of regrouping and finding a path back into the game.
Stay tuned for updates and further analysis as the game develops and both teams adjust after the opening drives.
