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Chiefs historian calls ‘97 playoff loss one of worst in franchise history

As Denver Broncos fans, we all remember that incredible march to the franchises first Super Bowl title in 1997. The drama of the stage was set the year before with a first-round exit from the 1996 playoffs when the team had a homefield advantage. Roles were reversed the following year, with the Kansas City Chiefs holding the first round bye and a home playoff game.

In a dogged, defensive battle the hopes and dreams of a world title for Chiefs Kingdom were dashed one a fourth down pass breakup in the end zone to secure a hard fought victory for the road team.