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Bolton’s scoop and score propels Chiefs to win over the Broncos

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January 8th, 2022 by admin

Nick Bolton returned a fumble 86-yards for a go-ahead touchdown in the fourth quarter and the Kansas City Chiefs beat the Denver Broncos 28-24 on Saturday.

The win keeps the Chiefs’ hopes alive for the top overall seed in the AFC. They need a win by the Houston Texans over the Tennessee Titans on Sunday to put them back on top of the Conference.

Patrick Mahomes threw for 270 yards and 2 touchdowns to help the Chiefs to their 12th win of the season. Mecole Hardman led Chiefs receivers with 103 yard on 8 catches in the game.

Drew Lock started at quarterback for the Broncos and threw for 162 yards, but it was his feet that were the issue. Lock finished with just 35 yards rushing but scored 2 touchdowns. The Broncos were leading 21-17 and driving into Chiefs territory when Bolton came up with the big scoop and sore.

It was the 13th straight victory for the Chiefs over the division-rival Broncos.