🔊 Broncos podcast: Vic Fangio’s job security at stake as Denver heads to face Los Angeles Chargersīroncos react to John Madden’s death: “He was an icon in the NFL in many, many ways” Playing keep away Related Articlesīroncos Briefs: Drew Lock expected to get second straight start as Teddy Bridgewater remains out A key was getting defensive lineman Chris Jones back (3 1/2 sacks in the Chiefs’ last game). Their plus-46 point differential during that span was third. In Weeks 8-11, the Chiefs allowed 47 points (second-fewest) and had eight takeaways (tied fourth-most) and 11 sacks (fourth-most).

But the turnaround has been startling, keying a four-game winning streak and a climb to first place in the AFC West. In Weeks 1-7, they allowed 203 points (third-most), had only eight sacks (fewest) and seven takeaways (tied for 18th). When Kansas City was routed 27-3 at Tennessee in Week 7, the Chiefs were 3-4 and leaking oil defensively.

Here are three Week 13 talking points for the Broncos (6-5) and Chiefs (7-4): 1. Broncos Week 13 Talking Points: Defense key in Kansas City’s climb to AFC West lead – The Denver Post Close Menuįirst-place Kansas City returns from its bye week break to host the Broncos Sunday night.

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