Nearly eight weeks ago, the Chiefs were 3–4 and coming off a 27–3 loss to the Titans. While some had begun to write Kansas City off—saying the team was not the same as it was a year ago—the Chiefs have ripped off seven straight wins, the latest a thrilling 34–28 overtime victory against the Chargers on Thursday night to secure sole possession of first place in the AFC West.
At the forefront of the Chiefs‘ victory on Thursday was tight end Travis Kelce. The six-time Pro Bowler—who finished with 10 catches, 191 yards and two touchdowns—stepped up when it mattered most with the game on the line.