Kansas City Chiefs Hold Off Las Vegas Raiders to Secure 10th Consecutive Playoff Berth
The Kansas City Chiefs recovered a botched snap by the Las Vegas Raiders with 15 seconds remaining, preserving a 19-17 victory and securing their 10th consecutive playoff berth.
The Game-Saving Play
With the Raiders driving and within range of a go-ahead field goal, quarterback Aidan O’Connell snapped the ball to Andre James, but it bounced off O’Connell’s shoulder, and Chiefs linebacker Nick Bolton recovered the ball. The play was initially marked as an illegal shift by the Raiders, but the call was overturned, giving the Chiefs the win.
Chiefs Dominate, but Raiders Refuse to Quit
The Chiefs, led by quarterback Patrick Mahomes, who threw for 306 yards and a touchdown, took an early 10-3 lead. However, the Raiders refused to give up, with O’Connell throwing two touchdown passes to Brock Bowers and Tre Tucker. The Raiders’ comeback effort was thwarted by several mistakes, including three penalties on one drive and a missed 58-yard field goal attempt by Daniel Carlson.
Stats and Streaks
* Chris Jones had two sacks for the Chiefs, ending a seven-game drought.
* The Chiefs have won 14 consecutive games decided by one possession.
* Mahomes has gone 113 straight starts without being sacked five or more times.
Injuries
* Raiders wide receiver DJ Turner left the game in the second half with a knee injury.
Up Next
* The Raiders visit Tampa Bay on December 8.
* The Chiefs welcome the Los Angeles Chargers on December 8.
Conclusion
The Kansas City Chiefs’ resilience and determination secured their 10th consecutive playoff berth. Despite being challenged by the persistent Las Vegas Raiders, the Chiefs’ ability to capitalize on mistakes and make crucial plays down the stretch earned them the win.
FAQs
What was the score in the game?
The Kansas City Chiefs won 19-17.
How did the Chiefs secure the win?
The Chiefs recovered a botched snap by the Raiders with 15 seconds remaining, preserving the victory.
How many consecutive playoff berths has the Chiefs franchise secured?
The Kansas City Chiefs have secured their 10th consecutive playoff berth.
