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4 things to watch for when Broncos face Chiefs in Week 15

The Denver Broncos will face the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 15. Here are four things to keep an eye on in the matchup.

The Denver Broncos (5-8) head to Arrowhead Stadium on Sunday to face the Kansas City Chiefs (9-4).

There will be plenty on the line for the Chiefs. Though they have already clinched the AFC West division crown for the fourth year in a row, they are still in the hunt for a first-round bye in the playoffs.

For Denver, they are just trying to build on their last two wins with rookie Drew Lock at quarterback. After a dominant win over the Houston Texans last Sunday, a win this week would really get people talking.

Here’s what to look for in this one.

1. Can Lock keep it going?

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Lock is the obvious place to start as he has been sharp in his two starts with the team. He hasn’t done anything out of this world, but he has looked a lot better than Joe Flacco and Brandon Allen did and that has brought an excitement that hasn’t been felt in years.

In two games, Lock has completed a whopping 72.7 percent of his throws for 443 yards and five touchdowns. On Sunday, he will be playing against the team he rooted for as a kid and members of his family and friends are sure to be in attendance.

He will likely be motivated to continue his hot streak.

2. Is Patrick Mahomes 100 percent?

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Mahomes has been good this season, but he hasn’t been as good as he was in 2018 and that might be attributed to one thing — injuries.

It seems that Mahomes has been battling injuries all season, as he tweaked his ankle against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 1 and later dislocated his knee in the first meeting with the Broncos this season.

Last week, he appeared to injure the thumb on his throwing hand against the New England Patriots.

The Chiefs have done a good job disguising his ailments and protecting him, but Mahomes hasn’t been “right” all year in all likelihood.

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Behind Enemy Lines: 5 questions with Chiefs Wire for Week 14

A KC perspective on the Week 14 battle vs. NE

A rematch of last January’s AFC Championship is on tap for 4:25 p.m. today as the New England Patriots host the Kansas City Chiefs. New England has won the last two meetings against Kansas City, but the Chiefs know how to play tough in Foxboro. Before falling 43-40 in a Week 6 battle at Gillette Stadium last season, Kansas City spoiled the hearts of Patriots fans in a compelling 42-27 Week 1 victory in 2017.

To get more of an inside scoop on the Patriots’ rival, we spoke with Charles Goldman of Chiefs Wire about Patrick Mahomes, Kansas City’s defense, and more.

Given that Patrick Mahomes missed a few games earlier this season and backup quarterback Matt Moore took over, how do Chiefs fans feel about this Kansas City team sitting at 8-4?

I think the general consensus is that everyone is happy to be at 8-4 at this point. The Chiefs had one of the toughest schedules in the NFL this season, so to be approaching the last quarter of the season and in complete control of the AFC West is about as great of a position as you could ask for. There’s also a lot of fans out there that believe they haven’t seen this Chiefs team play their best game of the season yet. Last week against the Raiders was close, but the offense didn’t quite play up to what fans know they’re capable of.

We know about Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, and Tyreek Hill. What are the other offensive pieces that Patriots fans should know about?

The pair of offensive rookies, Mecole Hardman and Darwin Thompson, are the two players I’d keep an eye on during this game. Hardman has been a consistent offensive weapon throughout the season. He really rivals Tyreek Hill in terms of speed, but he’s not quite as refined as a route runner yet. I expect Andy Reid to find ways to get him involved during this game. As for Thompson, he really just emerged this past week against the Raiders. He had 11 carries for 44 yards and a touchdown late in the game. With Darrel Williams going to IR and Damien Williams unlikely to play, he should be in line for touches behind LeSean McCoy.

Last year, the Chiefs gave up a combined 80 points in their two matchups against New England. With how much the Patriots have been struggling offensively, how does this current Chiefs defense line up against New England’s offense?

I think this defense is playing some of its best football right now. They’re getting pressure and turnovers, plus the coverage on the back end is much better than Tom Brady and the Patriots saw last season. The one area where I think the Patriots offense can get an advantage is by using their running backs in the passing game. Linebacker is very clearly the weakest position in Kansas City and they don’t do a good job covering running backs in man coverage. If the Pats can force those matchups they can certainly get their offense going against the Chiefs.

In order for the Chiefs to go to the Super Bowl this year, it’s looking like they will have to win on the road in January. How confident are you that they could pull it off?

Arrowhead Stadium used to have one of the best advantages home field in the NFL, but I think that has since wavered a bit. The Chiefs have done a good job this season proving that they can win anywhere if they play their best football. They have wins on the east coast, west coast and even Mexico City. They’ve even had some really good fan turnout for several away games. If Kansas City can get a win against the Patriots in Week 14, they’ll have regular-season wins against both teams that likely secure the No. 1 and No. 2 seed in the AFC (Ravens and Pats). That’d certainly add to their confidence when it comes to going on the road.

Since I told you I predict for the Chiefs to win Sunday, what are your thoughts on this week’s matchup at Gillette Stadium?

I think there are a lot of people out there overlooking the Patriots because of their recent offensive struggles. At the same time, I think there’s an equal amount of people underrating the Chiefs because of history. Before last season, the last time the Patriots lost back-to-back games in December was 2002. The crazy streak of success in Foxboro is hard to contend with.

I feel these teams are evenly matched and I’m expecting a lower-scoring game than usual because of it. The Chiefs will find some success in frustrating Tom Brady and the Patriots offense, but Brady will get the best of the Chiefs’ defense at times. I think it comes down to a field goal in the end with a 20-17 type of victory favoring Kansas City

6 things Patriots fans should know about the Chiefs

The Chiefs are better than their 8-4 record indicates.

For the first time in the 2019 season, the New England Patriots find themselves in a must-win situation when they take on the Kansas City Chiefs at Gillette Stadium in Week 14. No longer the No. 1 seed after losing to Houston in Week 13, New England will need to win to have a greater chance at securing home field advantage come January. Kansas City presents an explosive offense for a Patriots defense that let up 40 points the last time the Chiefs came to Foxboro in a 43-40 Week 6 win last season.

Here are six things that New England fans should about Kansas City before the two teams meet up Sunday.

1. As Patrick Mahomes goes so does the Chiefs offense.

What has been the key for opposing quarterbacks to find success against the Patriots vaunted defense? Possess a strong arm and a speedy pair of legs. In Week 9, Lamar Jackson led Baltimore past New England with 61 yards and two rushing scores. Last week, Houston quarterback Deshaun Watson threw three touchdown passes in a win over the Patriots. Watson’s known effective running game opened things up through the air.

It’s more of the same this week in Patrick Mahomes for the New England defense. Mahomes missed a pair of games earlier this season and has been effective on the ground since his return. Last week, he ran for 25 yards and averaged eight yards per carry to go with a rushing score. In Week 11, he finished with five rushes for 59 yards. Mahomes is more successful in the passing game when defenses have to factor in his ground game.

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Bill Belichick asks funny rhetorical question regarding Tyreek Hill’s speed

Who is the fastest player in the NFL? According to Bill Belichick, there’s no question that it’s Chief’s receiver Tyreek Hill.

Who is the fastest player in the NFL? According to Bill Belichick, there’s no question that it’s Kansas City Chief’s receiver Tyreek Hill. The New England Patriots head coach was asked about Hill’s speed during his press conference on Wednesday.

“Yeah he definitely is,” Belichick said. “Does anyone not think he’s the fastest player in the league?”

“What difference does it make?” Belichick continued. “Once you’re faster than everybody else, you’re faster than everybody else.”

Hill ran a 4.25 40-yard dash at the NFL combine, and unlike many players, his speed translates to the field. Here’s a video that exemplifies how much faster he is than anyone around him.

The Patriots will host the Chiefs in Week 14 and they’ll have a healthy offensive unit that includes Hill, Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes. These three have only played together in two games this season, compared to the every game last year. Kansas City is sitting with an underwhelming 8-4 record, but that’s mostly due to the injuries this season.

New England is sitting at 10-2 and they can’t afford to lose two consecutive games because of the completion in the AFC right now. Somehow, they’ll have to slow down Hill, Kelce and this dynamic offense.

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Chiefs’ opponent preview, Week 13: Scouting the Raiders

A detailed scouting report on the Chiefs’ Week 13 opponent, the Oakland Raiders.

The 7-4 Kansas City Chiefs return from their bye week to face the 6-5 Oakland Raiders at Arrowhead.

Back in Week 2, the Chiefs beat the Raiders 28-10. Oakland jumped out to a quick 10-0 lead but would fall flat and not score another point. The Chiefs exploded in the second quarter with 28 points and never look back.

Quarterback Patrick Mahomes threw for 443 yards and four touchdowns and receiver Demarcus Robinson had a career day with six receptions for 172 yards and two touchdowns.

Kansas City is looking to sweep Oakland for the fifth time in the last seven seasons. If it does, it will essentially have a three-game lead over the Raiders with just four games to go, all but locking up the AFC West.

Make sure to check out our first scouting report on the Raiders earlier this season. There you’ll find the history between these two teams, the Raiders’ key additions and subtractions in personnel, key players, and coaching schemes. Check out the next page in order to find the key matchups for the Week 13 contest.

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Andy Reid provides injury update ahead of Chiefs’ AFC West matchup against Oakland

Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid addressed the media Monday afternoon ahead of a contentious AFC West matchup against the Oakland Raiders. The veteran head coach began the 10-minute presser with some injury updates regarding key members of …

Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid addressed the media Monday afternoon ahead of a contentious AFC West matchup against the Oakland Raiders. The veteran head coach began the 10-minute presser with some injury updates regarding key members of the Chiefs offense.

Running back LeSean McCoy is not in concussion protocol, per Reid. This should come as a relief to Chiefs Kingdom, who need a healthy offensive core to withstand the Raiders’ defense. He left the Week 11 game against the Los Angeles Chargers to be evaluated for a head injury, resting up over the bye week. This is also especially good news for Shady considering his past history of concussions. Wednesday’s injury report should provide further confirmation and at the same time deliver an update on the status of running back Damien Williams, who suffered a rib injury in Week 11.

As for wide receiver Tyreek Hill, Reid said he remains hopeful that he could suit up against the Raiders, but also added he will be monitoring the three-time Pro Bowler during practice.

Reid also touched on his longtime rivalry with Raiders coach Jon Gruden, adding that the two have developed a friendship over the course of their careers.

“I have a lot of respect for Jon Gruden as a football coach and friend,” the veteran play caller said. “They were on a roll, and now you put things on the line here. It should be a great game and I know Arrowhead will be rocking this Thanksgiving weekend.”

With the Raiders coming off an embarrassing 34-3 defeat against the New York Jets in Week 12, there’s no doubt they’ll be marching into Arrowhead with a vengeance. The Chiefs got the best of their divisional foes when they last met in Week 2, scoring all of their points in the second quarter of the 28-10 win. Considering how Andy Reid performs after a bye week and the afternoon matchup is a home game for the Chiefs, this game should go in Kansas City’s favor.

 

Report: Chiefs WR Tyreek Hill’s hamstring strain considered ‘minor’

Kansas City Chiefs WR Tyreek Hill’s MRI appears to have revealed the best possible scenario for his hamstring strain.

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The Kansas City Chiefs appear to have received some good news about star wide receiver Tyreek Hill.

According to a report from NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, Hill’s hamstring strain suffered in the Week 11 win over the Chargers is considered minor. Hill was set to have an MRI on his hamstring to determine the grade of the sprain. The MRI seems to have revealed the best possible outcome.

Rapoport likened this to an injury that would occur in training camp. He also said Hill is considered day-to-day with the injury. Don’t worry, this isn’t Eric Berry’s “day-to-day.” Hill is likely to miss no time at all with the bye week for Kansas City occurring in Week 12. He’ll have a full seven days of rest, including today, before the next practice.

It’s no surprise that Hill wanted to go back in against the Chargers. He’s a top-notch competitor, and his injury didn’t seem all that bad when it occurred. The team training staff allowed him back onto the field, but he didn’t have his helmet, suggesting they decided to take the cautious approach. He was seen pacing the sideline during the game and talking to wide receivers coach Greg Lewis. Hill likely petitioned to get back into the game but also provided some of his insight to the coaching staff.

At the end of it, the Chiefs didn’t need Hill to seal the victory in Mexico City. However, it was clear that Hill was an integral part of the game plan and is key to defeating man-to-man coverage. They’ll need him healthy for the next five weeks if they’re to get back to doing what they like to do on offense.

Bills playoff picture: Chiefs’ Tyreek Hill scheduled for MRI

Buffalo Bills playoff picture news: Injury update on Kansas City WR Tyreek Hill.

An MRI will revealed how long the Kansas City Chiefs could be without wide receiver Tyreek Hill down the stretch run.

In their 24-17 win over the Chargers on Monday Night Football, Hill left the game with a right hamstring injury. Chiefs Wire reported on the MRI on Monday.

Hill is quarterback Patrick Mahomes’ top-target in the Chiefs’ dynamic offense. At 7-4 overall, KC is currently the No. 3 seed in the AFC playoff picture. Buffalo is at No. 5, the first wild card spot.

With their close records in mind, the Chiefs could be a team Buffalo faces if the Bills reach the postseason. Had the playoffs started last week, that would have been the case.

But we might need to wait a bit to hear a status update on Hill. The Chiefs are entering their bye in Week 12, so media availability will be at a minimum in Kansas City. Hamstring injuries are known to linger, and missing your best playmaker is never a good thing, even with a QB like Mahomes in the fold.

The 25-year-old wide receiver has been held to seven games played this season already due to injury. He’s made 33 catches for 543 yards with five scores. Hill also ranks as Pro Football Focus’ best receiver in the entire NFL with an overall grade of 90.4.

The Bills and Chiefs are not slated to faceoff in a head-to-head meeting during the remainder of the regular season.

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WATCH: Tyreek Hill to have MRI on right hamstring after MNF injury

Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill is set to have an MRI on his right hamstring “in the next day or so,” NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo reported Tuesday.

Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill is set to have an MRI on his right hamstring “in the next day or so,” NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo reported Tuesday.

Hill suffered a hamstring injury on the last play of the first drive of Kansas City’s 24-17 win against the Chargers Monday night at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City.

The 25-year-old left the field and was worked on by the medical staff on the sideline before heading to the locker room. Hill returned to the sideline but never re-entered the game Monday.

Hill missed four games this season (Week 2 through Week 5) with a sternum injury. He averages 16.5 yards per catch on 33 receptions for 543 yards in seven games this season. Hill has scored 5 touchdowns this year.

The Chiefs (7-4) lead the AFC West and are now in their bye week for Week 12.

Tyreek Hill to have MRI on right hamstring after MNF injury (Chiefswire)

Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill is set to have an MRI on his right hamstring “in the next day or so,” NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo reported Tuesday.

Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill is set to have an MRI on his right hamstring “in the next day or so,” NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo reported Tuesday.