Kansas City #Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes found TE Noah Gray for a second touchdown against the Buffalo #Bills in Week 11.
The Kansas City Chiefs are looking to keep their undefeated season alive as they try to earn a come-from-behind against the Buffalo Bills.
The Chiefs have not played their best game of football against the Bills in arguably the most important game of the season, but with just under eight minutes to go, the reigning Super Bowl champs only trail by two points.
After lackluster gameplay by quarterback Patrick Mahomes, as well as the defense’s inability to keep Buffalo’s offense off the field, Kansas City was able to drive down the field near the end of the fourth quarter to find tight end Noah Gray in the back of the endzone.
Take a look at Gray’s back-corner touchdown catch, which was posted by the Chief’s official account on Twitter:
Kansas City #Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes hit TE Noah Gray with a pretty touchdown pass against the Buffalo #Bills in Week 11.
The Kansas City Chiefs have relied on their air attack to score points against the Buffalo Bills in Week 11 and have an early lead on their bitter AFC rivals.
Reigning Super Bowl MVP Patrick Mahomes connected with rookie wide receiver Xavier Worthy four times in the first half but looked to veteran tight end Noah Gray in the second quarter to score the Chiefs’ second touchdown.
Gray has been a revelation for Kansas City’s offense this season and is blossoming into one of Mahomes’ favorite targets.
Check out this video of Gray’s latest touchdown reception, which was posted to Twitter by the Chiefs’ official account:
#Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes connected with rookie WR Xavier Worthy for a touchdown against the Buffalo #Bills in Week 11.
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Xavier Worthy wasted no time making his mark in the defending Super Bowl champions’ Week 11 matchup against the Buffalo Bills on Sunday.
After Patrick Mahomes threw an early interception that led to a Bills touchdown, the veteran quarterback marched the Chiefs’ offense downfield with the help of Worthy.
Mahomes struggled to find open receivers early in the game, but when he started looking the rookie’s way, momentum shifted in Kansas City’s favor.
The reigning Super Bowl MVP eventually found Worthy for a touchdown that gave the Chiefs a second-quarter lead over Buffalo.
Take a look at Worthy’s go-ahead touchdown, which was posted by the Chiefs’ official Twitter account:
#Chiefs OL Wanya Morris is dealing with a knee injury. Here are the latest updates.
The Kansas City Chiefs will need offensive tackle Wanya Morris to protect Patrick Mahomes in their highly anticipated Week 11 matchup against the Buffalo Bills this afternoon.
Wanya Morris injury update
Morris was listed on Kansas City’s injury report this week after missing part of the Chiefs’ showdown against the Denver Broncos last Sunday.
He is said to have a knee injury heading into the Chiefs’ matchup against Buffalo, but his condition was not severe enough to keep him from practicing this week.
How long will Wanya Morris be out?
Morris is expected to be active for Kansas City in Week 11. Fans should keep an eye on Morris’ status as the game progresses, especially if he seems to aggravate his knee injury.
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Should Morris need to leave the game, rookie offensive tackle Kingsley Suamataia will be called upon to take his place. The Chiefs could also move right tackle Jawaan Taylor’s backup, Ethan Driskell, over to the left tackle position if needed.
#Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes is dealing with ankle and hip injuries. Here are the latest updates.
The Kansas City Chiefs had quarterback Patrick Mahomes on their injury report in Week 11.
These are the details of his condition ahead of this afternoon’s consequential matchup with the Buffalo Bills:
Patrick Mahomes injury update
This season has been a continued test of Mahomes’ fortitude while he has played through an ankle injury.
In this week’s report, the team revealed he also has an issue with his hip, but he fully participated in practices conducted by the Chiefs while they prepared for Sunday’s game.
How long will Patrick Mahomes be out?
Mahomes is not expected to miss the action this afternoon. He will be under center for Kansas City in Week 11.
Chiefs QB depth chart
Kansas City’s backup for Mahomes is Carson Wentz, who has only played one snap for the Chiefs in the regular season. Refusing to allow his season to be derailed, Mahomes has led the team through every matchup.
#Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes is dealing with ankle and hip injuries. Here are the latest updates.
Patrick Mahomes is listed on the Kansas City Chiefs’ injury report in Week 11.
Check out all the latest updates on the reigning Super Bowl MVP’s status.
Patrick Mahomes injury update
Mahomes rolled his ankle earlier this season, and has seemed to aggravate the injury multiple times over the Chiefs’ past few games.
He was also listed with a hip injury this week.
The team has not indicated that Mahomes’ condition is serious or likely to affect his availability against the Buffalo Bills on Sunday.
How long will Patrick Mahomes be out?
Mahomes’ ankle and hip injuries did not limit his ability to practice with the team this week. Mahomes is expected to play in Buffalo.
Chiefs QB depth chart
While Mahomes is slated to be on the field Sunday, if a situation arises where he needs to leave the game, Kansas City will be dependent on backup quarterback Carson Wentz to lead Andy Reid’s offense.
Wentz has yet to fill in for Mahomes under center this season. However, the tested veteran is more than capable of taking over if need be.
See everything you need to know to watch the Kansas City #Chiefs’ Week 11 matchup against the Buffalo #Bills on Sunday.
The Kansas City Chiefs remain undefeated heading into Week 11 and are looking to keep their perfect season alive against the Buffalo Bills on Sunday.
The Chiefs’ offense struggled last week, tallying only 300 net yards and one touchdown against a struggling Denver Broncos team.
If not for Leo Chenal’s heroic blocked field goal as time expired, Kansas City would have taken its first loss of the season at the hands of its bitter AFC West rivals.
Star running back Isiah Pacheco and veteran pass rusher Charles Omeinhu returned to practice the week, but will be unavailable for the Chiefs on Sunday.
A win for Kansas City this weekend will all but ensure that the Chiefs have a favorable seeing in the AFC playoffs.
Below are important game details about this Week 11 matchup:
The Bills have enjoyed a resurgence in their running game this year. James Cook has had 80 or more rushing yards in three of his last five games, and he has five rushing touchdowns over that stretch. Buffalo has found a true complement to Josh Allen’s passing game. But, rushing yards should be tougher to come by this week.
The Chiefs allow the third-fewest rushing yards per game this year (83.2). And, advanced metrics back up their play, too. Kansas City ranks second in the NFL in defense rushing DVOA.
Whoever wins this matchup will play a big role in the game. If the Bills can run the ball effectively, it will open up anything they want to do on offense. If they can’t, they’ll have to rely on the arm and legs of Allen.
DE Greg Rousseau vs. LT Wanya Morris
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Kansas City’s left tackle has had his struggles this year, and he’s coming off a knee injury in Week 10. Rousseau, on the other hand, is having his best season as a pro.
Morris ranks as the 62nd-best offensive tackle in the NFL according to Pro Football Focus, while Rousseau grades as the eighth-best pass rusher among edge defenders.
Rousseau has just 5.5 sacks through ten games, but he has been consistently getting after the passer. He ranks fourth in the NFL with 19 QB knockdowns and is tied for 10th in the NFL with 22 pressures.
Patrick Mahomes vs. the second level of Bills’ D
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The Chiefs quarterback loves to get the ball out quickly in head coach Andy Reid’s offense. They put a lot of trust in their skill players to catch underneath passes and produce yards after the catch. In turn, this puts a lot of stress on Bills defenders to make plays in space.
More specifically, Buffalo’s linebackers (and slot corner Taron Johnson) will have their hands full while trying to stop the run, cover the pass, and make sound tackles in space.
When these teams met in the divisional round of last season’s playoffs, the Bills were without Terrel Bernard in the middle of the defense. They had trouble on defense in that game, so we will see what kind of difference Bernard can make in this rivalry.
3 keys to a Bills victory vs. the Chiefs in Week 11
The Buffalo Bills will play the Kansas City Chiefs at home at Highmark Stadium in Week 11.
The Bills (8-2) are looking to build on a five-game win streak, while the Chiefs (9-0) haven’t lost since Christmas Day in 2023.
Buffalo is favored to win by 2.5 points in this one. In the Patrick Mahomes-Josh Allen era, the Chiefs hold the advantage over the Bills, winning four of the seven meetings. However, Buffalo is 3-1 in the regular season against KC.
Even though the Bills are favored, the Chiefs are undefeated for a reason.
The Bills will need to execute their game plan to pick up their ninth win of the year.
With that, here are three keys to a Bills win in Week 11:
Make stops on third down
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The Chiefs have the NFL’s best third-down offense. They convert on third downs 52% of the time. They can stay on the field longer because they convert on the most crucial down more than anyone. Kansas City leads the league in time of possession.
Although the Chiefs offense isn’t as explosive as they have been in past years (11th in points per game), they don’t have to be. Kansas City keeps the opposing team’s offense off the field and limit points from the opposition. If the Bills defense could get off the field on some crucial third downs, it would improve their chances greatly.
Make drives count
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Because the Chiefs dominate time of possession, their defense has seen only 87 drives so far this year, which is the least in the NFL. That means, on average, opposing teams only get about 9.5 drives per game. If you are Buffalo, you need to make those possessions count.
The more drives that end in a touchdown for the Bills, the more difficult it will be for the Chiefs to play their 2024 brand of football. Every possession in the NFL is something to be cherished, but against a team like the Chiefs, you must take advantage of opportunities when you get them. They don’t come around often for Kansas City’s opponents this year.
Get pressure on Mahomes
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The Chiefs have had difficulty at their left tackle position this year. Rookie Kingsley Suamataia got the nod to start the year but was replaced by Wanya Morris in Week 3 due to performance. Morris, although more consistent than Suamataia, still struggles at times. He has received a 56.4 offense grade this year according to Pro Football Focus, which ranks 62nd in the NFL among tackles.
Bills edge rushers, Greg Rousseau in particular, should be in line for opportunities to get after Mahomes in Week 11.
The Chiefs have allowed four sacks in each of their last two games, and the Bills defense is coming off of a four-sack outing against the Indianapolis Colts.
The Saints have an advantage in this surprising stat, but it hasn’t translated to success. They’ve spent more time leading than the NFL’s only unbeaten team:
If you needed any further proof that the NFL is a game of moments, look at the New Orleans Saints and Kansas City Chiefs.
Patrick Mahomes and the defending Super Bowl champions have spent less time this year leading the opposition than the Saints. By that stat you’d assume, at the least, the Saints are having a season on par with the Chiefs. That couldn’t be further from the truth.
The Saints currently sit at 3-7 and had a top-5five pick in the NFL draft a week ago. The Chiefs are the NFL’s only undefeated team. These teams are on drastically different paths.
This stat highlights one thing. In clutch moments, the Chiefs rise to the occasion while the Saints falter. Part of the reason the Saints have led for so long this season is they were in the lead for nearly the entire first two games. However late collapses also led to long periods of leaving without ending with a victory.
Kansas City, however, knows how to get victories. They’ve played in close games, but they know how to make timely plays to win. That’s why they have led for 23 less minutes than the Saints but have six more wins.
