The Kansas City Chiefs scored three consecutive touchdowns to start the game, then finishing the contest with three in the second half to beat the Arizona Cardinals 44-21.
Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes finished with 30 completions on 39 total attempts, racking up 360 yards and five touchdowns. He wasn’t sacked or intercepted, allowing him to earn a passer rating of 144.2. The Chiefs’ running back room combined for 126 yards and a touchdown on 23 carries Tight end Travis Kelce led the way through the air, earning 121 yards and a score on eight receptions. Cornerback L’Jarius Sneed was the statistical leader on defense, totaling eight tackles, one sack, one other quarterback hit and a pass defended.
Kicker Harrison Butker left the game in the first quarter after twisting his ankle on a kickoff. He was carted off the field, and will be further evaluated Monday. Safety Justin Reid made the team’s second point-after attempt, making it easily. When going for the third, he sailed it wide right.
Next, the Chiefs play their home opener on Thursday Night Football against the division rival Los Angeles Chargers on 94.5 the X.