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Chiefs’ 5-1 start has a much happier precedent than fans might realize

The last time the Kansas City Chiefs started a season at 5-1, they went on to win the Super Bowl.

By Luke Norris · Arrowhead Addict

Published: Friday, 30 October 2026 at 10:00 AM

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Writer Luke Norris highlights that Kansas City's previous 5-1 start in 2023 culminated in a Super Bowl victory.
The Chiefs suffered their first defeat of the season in a 20-3 loss to the Seattle Seahawks.
Patrick Mahomes failed to reach the red zone for the first time in 153 career starts.

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Luke Norris argues that Kansas City Chiefs fans can find historical comfort following an ugly 20-3 loss to the Seattle Seahawks that dropped the team to 5-1. The defeat marked Patrick Mahomes' first career start without reaching the red zone, matching his career-low scoring output as the offense managed just 213 yards.

Norris points out that the last time Kansas City started 5-1 in 2023, they went on to win Super Bowl 58. Conversely, during their 2024 campaign, the Chiefs began 6-0 but ultimately lost Super Bowl 59 to the Philadelphia Eagles.

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