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The Kansas City Chiefs improved to 8-0 with a dramatic 30-24 overtime victory against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Patrick Mahomes, despite suffering an ankle injury, led the Chiefs to two crucial touchdown drives in the fourth quarter. DeAndre Hopkins made a significant impact in his second game with the Chiefs, catching eight passes for 86 yards and scoring two touchdowns. The Buccaneers, missing their top three wide receivers, managed to tie the game late but fell short in overtime.
- Chiefs remain undefeated at 8-0.
- Mahomes showed resilience despite an ankle injury.
- DeAndre Hopkins is making an immediate impact for the Chiefs.
- Bucs are struggling with injuries but nearly upset the undefeated Chiefs.
Patrick Mahomes | QB
Week 9
200 pass yards
2 pass TDs
1 fumbles
- Mahomes threw two touchdown passes after injuring his ankle.
- He completed only one pass over 20 yards but led a crucial winning drive.
DeAndre Hopkins | WR
Trade
Pickup
Week 9
8 receptions
10 targets
86 rec yards
2 rec TDs
- Hopkins caught eight passes for 86 yards and scored two touchdowns.
- He has quickly become a key target for Mahomes.
Kareem Hunt | RB
Week 9
27 carries
106 rush yards
1 rush TDs
- Hunt had a slow start but finished strong with 106 rushing yards and the game-winning touchdown.
- He was pivotal in the Chiefs' comeback.
Baker Mayfield | QB
Week 9
200 pass yards
2 pass TDs
- Mayfield completed 23 of 31 passes for 200 yards and two touchdowns.
- He effectively utilized tight end Cade Otton and running backs in the passing game.
Cade Otton | TE
Week 9
11 rec yards
1 rec TDs
- Otton caught a touchdown pass and was a reliable target for Mayfield.
- His performance was crucial given the injuries to the Bucs' wide receivers.
Kansas City Chiefs
- The Chiefs showed resilience in coming back from a fourth-quarter deficit.
- Their offense is finding ways to win despite struggles.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
- The Bucs are struggling with injuries but nearly defeated an undefeated team.
- Their upcoming schedule may provide opportunities for recovery.