Chiefs Secure AFC Top Seed with 29-10 Victory Over Steelers
Kansas City's dominant performance, led by Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce, ensures home-field advantage throughout the playoffs and sets a franchise record for regular-season wins.
- The Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers 29-10, improving to 15-1 and clinching the AFC's No. 1 playoff seed with home-field advantage and a first-round bye.
- Patrick Mahomes threw for 320 yards and three touchdowns, extending his streak to six games without an interception and delivering key plays, including a 49-yard deep pass to Justin Watson.
- Travis Kelce broke the Chiefs' all-time receiving touchdown record with his 77th career score and became the third tight end in NFL history to surpass 1,000 receptions.
- Kansas City's defense excelled despite the absence of Chris Jones, recording five sacks, two turnovers, and consistent pressure on Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson.
- The Chiefs will face the Denver Broncos in their regular-season finale, with key players potentially resting ahead of their playoff run as they aim for a third consecutive Super Bowl title.
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