- Matchup: Denver Broncos vs. Kansas City Chiefs
- Date: Thursday, December 25, 2025
- Venue: GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City, MO
- Broadcast: Prime Video
- Betting Odds: Chiefs (+13)
- Over/Under: 36.5
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The Denver Broncos (12-3) are set to clash with the Kansas City Chiefs (6-9) at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium this Thursday. The Chiefs are underdogs in this contest, with Vegas setting the line at 13 points. The total for the game is pegged at 36.5.
This season, the Broncos bring a strong record of 12-3 into this matchup. In their previous game, they suffered a setback against the Jacksonville Jaguars, losing 34-20. RJ Harvey led the rushing attack, carrying the ball 7 times for 50 yards, averaging an impressive 7.1 yards per carry. Courtland Sutton made a significant impact in the passing game, catching 6 passes for 86 yards, averaging 14.3 yards per reception. Quarterback Bo Nix completed 28 of 47 passes for 352 yards and one touchdown, though he also threw one interception, resulting in a QB rating of 81.2. On defense, the Broncos allowed 81 rushing yards on 27 attempts, averaging just 3.0 yards per carry. They also conceded 265 passing yards, allowing 23 completions out of 36 attempts, with a completion percentage of 63.9%. In total, Denver ran 64 offensive plays and amassed 445 yards. With 17 rushing attempts, they tallied 101 rushing yards, averaging 5.9 yards per carry.
This season, the Broncos have accumulated 5,282 total yards. They have recorded 178 first downs but have also been penalized 118 times for 1,087 yards. On the scoreboard, Denver has achieved 24 touchdowns through the air and 17 on the ground. They have turned the ball over 16 times, including 10 interceptions and 6 fumbles, averaging 118.3 rushing yards per game, placing them 18th in the league. Overall, the Broncos score an average of 24.1 points per game.
<pDefensively, Denver ranks 5th in the NFL, allowing an average of 19.7 points per game. They permit an average of 3.8 yards per rushing attempt and have limited opponents to 90.2 rushing yards per game. In terms of passing defense, the Broncos have given up 3,021 yards, ranking them 10th in the league, allowing 201.4 passing yards per game with a completion rate of 58.8%. Overall, they concede an average of 291.6 yards per game, putting them 4th in the NFL. They’ve given up 17 passing touchdowns and 11 rushing touchdowns, allowing 1,353 rushing yards so far this season.
The Chiefs enter the game with a record of 6-9 this season. In their last outing, they lost 26-9 to the Tennessee Titans. Isiah Pacheco had 8 carries, gaining 34 yards, averaging 4.3 yards per attempt. He also caught 6 passes for 41 yards, averaging 6.8 yards per catch. Quarterback Chris Oladokun completed 11 of 16 passes for 111 yards, with a quarterback rating of 88.3 and no interceptions, averaging 6.9 yards per pass attempt. On defense, Kansas City allowed 40 rushing attempts for 164 yards, averaging 4.1 yards per carry. The Chiefs’ pass defense struggled, allowing a completion rate of 75%, giving up 212 yards on 21 completions out of 28 attempts. Overall, Kansas City ran 39 plays for a total of 133 yards, averaging 3.4 yards per play.
In terms of scoring, the Chiefs rank 20th in the league, averaging 22.5 points per game. This season, Kansas City has thrown for 3,498 passing yards, averaging 233.2 yards through the air, placing them 9th in the NFL. They also average 109.7 rushing yards per game, accumulating 1,646 rushing yards overall. The Chiefs average 342.9 total yards per game, ranking 13th in the league. Their offensive discipline has been an issue, resulting in 110 penalties for 896 yards, placing them 6th in the league for lapses that hinder performance. They have thrown 12 interceptions and lost 1 fumble, completing 179 first downs this season.
Defensively, the Chiefs give up 19.6 points per game, ranking 4th in the NFL. They have allowed 17 touchdowns via the pass and average 204.5 passing yards allowed per game, ranking 12th in professional football. Kansas City has surrendered a total of 1,551 rushing yards (103.4 rushing yards per game), along with 13 rushing touchdowns this season. The Chiefs’ defense has participated in 860 plays, which positions them 4th in the league for defensive activity. They have created 11 turnovers this season, including 3 forced fumbles and 8 interceptions, allowing a total of 294 points.
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s Broncos vs. Chiefs matchup against the spread?
Prediction: Take the Broncos -13
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