What happened: Patrick Mahomes returned from injury and led Kansas City past Denver in the season opener. He finished with 184 passing yards and two touchdown passes as the Chiefs handled the Broncos by 21 points.
Why it matters: The result gave Kansas City an immediate division win and pushed Denver into an 0-1 start in the AFC West. It also extended Mahomes' Arrowhead streak against Denver, keeping an early-season Chiefs trend intact.
By the numbers: Mahomes threw for 184 yards and two touchdowns in his return. Kansas City's 31 points produced a 21-point margin over Denver.
What to watch: Kansas City's next injury report will be the first follow-up to Mahomes' return. Denver's Week 2 response now carries added weight after an opening division loss.