Can the Chiefs still win the AFC West? | The herd
The Kansas City Chiefs face the Denver Broncos on Sunday, and Patrick Mahomes said “we can find a way to win the AFC West.” Colin Cowherd asks if this is realistic for the Chiefs since they are 5-4.
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Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce had a heated moment with Denver Broncos defensive back Ja’Quan McMillian in the second quarter on Sunday.
Kelce had his second catch of the game and helped the Chiefs get a first down on a 10-yard catch. It took several Broncos players to bring Kelce down, including McMillian who went over the top and landed on the tight end’s chest.
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Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) and quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) lead their team onto the field before a game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Denver Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High on November 16, 2025 in Denver, Colorado. (Dustin Bradford/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
As Kelce stood up, he and McMillian faced each other. A few curse words seemed to be exchanged as they returned to their respective groups. At that point, Kelce had two catches for 14 yards, but it was becoming increasingly difficult for the Chiefs offense to get through the Broncos defense.
Kansas City ended the drive with a Harrison Butker field goal. The game was tied 6-6.
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Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce runs after catching a pass as Denver Broncos cornerback Jahdae Barron (23) defends during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Kelce has quietly put together one of the best starts to a season among tight ends through 10 weeks. He had 41 catches for 540 yards and three touchdowns as the Chiefs came out of the bye week with a 5-4 record.
McMillian, in his fourth season with the Broncos, has 29 tackles, five assists, two forced fumbles and two sacks in 10 games. He joined Denver as an undrafted free agent from East Carolina in 2022.
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) before the game against the Denver Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High on November 16, 2025. (Ron Chenoy/Imagn Images)
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Both teams entered the AFC West matchup needing a win for their own reasons. The Broncos will stay in the division title race and the Chiefs will stay alive in the race for a wild card spot.
