Players
Patrick Mahomes
Mahomes had a rocky start but steadied himself to finish with 224 yards and a touchdown. Not his flashiest outing, but enough to guide the Chiefs to their first win.
Source: ESPN
Tyquan Thornton
Thornton stepped up with key receptions, including a touchdown, and gave the Chiefs some much-needed spark in the passing game.
Source: Arrowhead Pride
Defense (Chris Roland-Wallace, Jaylen Watson & Co.)
The Chiefs’ defense delivered two interceptions against Russell Wilson and consistently disrupted drives, proving to be the difference-maker.
Source: Reuters
Harrison Butker
Butker nailed three field goals (54, 48, and 28 yards). His steady leg turned stalled drives into much-needed points.
Source: Big Blue View
Coach: Andy Reid
Andy Reid had to juggle missing wide receivers and sideline tension. Despite a heated exchange with Travis Kelce, he kept the team steady and let his defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo dial up the right adjustments.
Source: People
Final Takeaway
Kansas City finally broke through for their first win (1–2). Mahomes did enough, Thornton gave the offense a boost, and the defense stole the spotlight. Andy Reid’s calm leadership and Spagnuolo’s defensive schemes turned the tide. Meanwhile, the Giants remain winless at 0–3, still searching for answers.