The Denver Broncos (5-2) are set to host the Kansas City Chiefs (5-1) at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado, in Week 8 of the 2026 NFL season on Sunday, Nov. 1.
The AFC West showdown is scheduled to kick off at 2:25 p.m. MT (4:25 ET), and the game will be televised on CBS across most of the country (view the TV broadcast map). In-market fans can stream the game on FuboTV or Paramount+.
Because the Chiefs have already had their bye, Denver would move into first place in the AFC West if they defeat their division rival and improve to 6-2 on Sunday. Follow along below for live game updates (refresh the page for updates).
JJ Watt had trouble getting into stadium
12:49 PM ET, November 1 2026, Jon HeathCBS commentator JJ Watt, who is scheduled to call today's game with Jim Nantz, had trouble getting into Empower Field
at Mile High earlier today.
JJ was on his morning walk but the Broncos security wouldn't let him in the stadium without his credential...@Ky1eLong: "That's gotta be the only person in the history of the universe to successfully block JJ Watt." 😂😂 pic.twitter.com/jdq7CDs02v
— NFL on CBS 🏈 (@NFLonCBS) November 1, 2026
Sean Payton's pre-game interview with CBS
12:47 PM ET, November 1 2026, Jon HeathBill Cowher spoke with Sean Payton ahead of today's game:
Sean Payton breaks down what do the Broncos need to do to beat the Chiefs today with @CowherCBS pic.twitter.com/xxzGtcWDru
— NFL on CBS 🏈 (@NFLonCBS) November 1, 2026
Broncos' depth chart for Week 7
12:46 PM ET, November 1 2026, Brandon WalkerThe Broncos officially promoted safety Taylor Rapp to the 53-man roster with RJ Harvey going on the injured reserve list. Wide receiver Jaylen Waddle, defensive lineman Zach Allen and offensive lineman Garett Bolles are all projected to play on Sunday.
Broncos depth chart for today's game vs. Chiefs
— Broncos Wire (@TheBroncosWire) November 1, 2026
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Sunset Orange on tap for Week 7
12:40 PM ET, November 1 2026, Brandon WalkerThe Broncos will be wearing their Midnight Blue helmets, Sunset Orange jerseys, Summit White pants and blue socks for their Sunday must-win game versus the Chiefs today.
Our Sunday Best 🟠 pic.twitter.com/iLboisqwdH
— Denver Broncos (@Broncos) November 1, 2026
#KCvsDEN fit check 🧵 pic.twitter.com/m9yKZZB1I4
— Denver Broncos (@Broncos) October 31, 2026
Broncos vs. Chiefs weather forecast
02:59 PM ET, October 30 2026, Jon HeathSunday's weather forecast at Empower Field at Mile High calls for a high of 62° with a 25% probability of precipitation and wind gusts up to 8 mph, according to AccuWeather.
Broncos vs. Chiefs odds
02:56 PM ET, October 30 2026, Jon HeathDespite playing at home, the Broncos are considered underdogs against the Chiefs today.
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This article originally appeared on Broncos Wire: Broncos vs. Chiefs: Live updates from Sunday's game
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