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The Chiefs look like a different team than they did last September

Through three games last season, the Kansas City Chiefs were searching for an identity. Losses to the Los Angeles Chargers and Philadelphia Eagles left them 0-2, and a 22-9 win over the New York Giants offered relief more than reassurance.…

Published: Monday, 28 September 2026 at 9:00 PM
The Chiefs look like a different team than they did last September
Key Things to Know
  • The Kansas City Chiefs are 3-0 to start the 2026 NFL season.
  • Kansas City has scored 88 points and gained 1,249 total yards through three games.
  • Running back Kenneth Walker III has accumulated 360 rushing yards across three games.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Kansas City Chiefs have started the 2026 NFL season with a 3-0 record, a marked improvement from their 1-2 start in 2025. Through three games, Kansas City defeated the Denver Broncos 31-10, the Indianapolis Colts 33-30 in overtime, and the Miami Dolphins 24-10. The offense has recorded 88 points and 1,249 total yards, outperforming their early offensive output from the previous season.

Running back Kenneth Walker III has contributed 360 rushing yards over the three games, while quarterback Patrick Mahomes has thrown for 812 yards and seven touchdowns following his recovery from a knee injury. Key receiving targets Travis Kelce, Rashee Rice, and Tyquan Thornton have diversified the passing attack, while the defense has allowed 50 points across the three victories.

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