Guess who's back.
If you guessed Patrick Mahomes, then you would be right. The Kansas City Chiefs star quarterback is set to make his return to the field in Week 1, his first action since suffering a torn ACL and LCL in 2025. And he will be tested right away against one of the league's best defenses.
For years, the Chiefs have been the hunted after establishing themselves as the latest NFL dynasty. Now they find themselves cast in a different role – the hunter after the 2025 season showed some cracks in the armor.
That opened the door for the Denver Broncos to take advantage, positioning themselves as the team to beat in the AFC West.
Denver comes into the new season with some unfinished business, while the Chiefs are hoping to remind the football
world of who they are. It's a clash between two powerhouses and an early indicator of the road that lies ahead in a loaded AFC West.
Months of anticipation and waiting have led to this point and now it's time to put a bow on Week 1. Are you ready for a Monday night party?
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What TV channel is Chiefs vs. Broncos on today?
- TV channel: ESPN, ESPN2, ABC
The Chiefs and Broncos game will be broadcast in the traditional format on ESPN and ABC. Joe Buck handles the play-by-play and Troy Aikman will provide analysis with Lisa Salters and Laura Rutledge reporting from the sidelines.
On ESPN2, fans can watch the popular "Manningcast" with Peyton and Eli Manning.
What time does Chiefs-Broncos NFL game start?
"Monday Night Football" between the Chiefs and Broncos will start at 8:15 p.m. ET on Thursday, Sept. 10.
Chiefs vs. Broncos live stream
- Live stream: ESPN Unlimited, Fubo
Fans looking to stream the "Monday Night Football" matchup can catch the action on ESPN's streaming service, ESPN Unlimited, or Fubo, which comes with a free trial.
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Chiefs vs. Broncos predictions, picks, odds
Odds courtesy of BetMGM as of Friday, Sept. 11
- Broncos 26, Chiefs 23
- Spread: Chiefs -2.5
- Over/under: 43.5
- Moneyline: Chiefs (-145), Broncos (+120)
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