The Kansas City Chiefs faced the New York Jets in a key Week 9 matchup at Arrowhead Stadium, hoping to end their two-game losing streak.
The offense returned to a more balanced attack, led by running back Kenneth Walker III, who returned to form after two below-average games. Patrick Mahomes battled through an arm injury in the first half while Travis Kelce continued to show his undeniable value to the unit with his versatility. Emmett Johnson secured his first career rushing touchdown to cap off an impressive performance from Eric Bieniemy's group.
The defense was ready and willing to do whatever was needed to force turnovers and pressure the quarterback. Chris Jones finally secured two full sacks to help propel his start to the second half of
the season, while George Karladtis tallied two in the victory. Ashton Gillotte added another sack, while linebacker Nick Bolton led the team in tackles and forced a fumble.
Check out how some of Kansas City's stars fared in the Chiefs' victory over the Jets:
Stock Up: Kenneth Walker III
The star running back was a threat all game, catching 4 for 41 yards and scoring 2 touchdowns. He also carried the ball 18 times for 102 yards and another touchdown.
Stock Up: Patrick Mahomes
Mahomes was gutsy through the arm pain and pressure from the Jets' defense. He finished the day with 23 completions for 242 yards and 2 touchdowns.
Stock Up: George Karlaftis
The Chiefs pass rusher was a top performer again, securing 2 sacks and pressuring Geno Smith all day alongside the revived defensive line.
Stock Up: Chris Jones
The CEO of Sack Nation was present and very active on Sunday, taking down Smith for 2 sacks, creating more pressure, and forcing double teams to slow him down in a vintage performance. He moved into second all-time on the Chiefs' franchise sacks list.
Stock Down: Justin Fields
Chiefs fans have loudly requested that the team use Justin Fields more in short-yardage quarterback sneak situations, and they didn't get the results they wanted on Sunday. The veteran fumbled the snap initially and then, on his way to gain the yardage, turned it over to the Jets.
Stock Down: Harrison Butker
The kicking woes continue for the long-time Chiefs kicker, who missed a late kick in the first half after getting a second opportunity following an offsides penalty. The boos from the Arrowhead crowd didn't help.
This article originally appeared on Chiefs Wire: Chiefs Stock Watch: Which players impressed during Week 9 vs. Jets
