The Kansas City Chiefs started their pursuit of a third straight Super Bowl title with a thrilling 27-20 victory over the Baltimore Ravens on Thursday night. Patrick Mahomes threw for 291 yards and a touchdown, while the Chiefs defense kept Lamar Jackson and the Ravens out of the end zone on three consecutive plays in the closing seconds, securing the win.
The game ended dramatically with a video review overturning a potential touchdown by the Ravens, sealing the victory for the Chiefs. Mahomes praised the Ravens as a great football team but was pleased with the win at Arrowhead Stadium to start the season.
Rookie Xavier Worthy had a standout performance, contributing touchdowns rushing and receiving to help the Chiefs secure the victory. Despite Jackson’s strong performance, throwing for 273 yards and a touchdown while adding 122 yards on the ground, the Ravens fell short once again to the Chiefs. The loss left Jackson frustrated with another missed opportunity to outshine Mahomes.
The game featured a delayed start due to inclement weather and was marked by Week 1 blunders from both teams. However, the Chiefs capitalized on the Ravens’ inability to score touchdowns, maintaining the lead throughout the game. Mahomes led the Chiefs on key drives to secure the victory and extend their winning streak against the Ravens.
Overall, the Chiefs’ win was a thrilling start to their season as they aim for another championship, while the Ravens will be looking to regroup after a tough loss.
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