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Broncos vs Chiefs Stats Update – What Is the Difference Between Patrick Mahomes and Russell Wilson?

Published 10/28/2023, 8:13 AM EDT

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Playing against Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs any week these days? That’s like stepping into a whirlwind of frustration. Ever since Andy Reid took the reins in 2013, the Chiefs have been the definition of non-stop success. Then boom! Patrick Mahomes steps onto the field in 2018 and cranks it up to a whole new level. A tough competition for Russell Wilson. It’s like watching two-star quarterbacks, in a constant tussle. 

They’re practically mirror images in their stats, but here’s the kicker–they’re playing totally different games when it comes to their individual and team rankings. It’s a showdown that keeps the NFL world buzzing–a thrilling narrative where Mahomes and Wilson go head-to-head, leaving us all wondering: in this gridiron story, who’ll pen the final chapter? 

Stats tell the tale: Wilson’s challenge in breaking Mahomes’ spell

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Patrick Mahomes and Russell Wilson might seem like they’re playing a matching game, stacking up touchdowns and interceptions like two gridiron magicians. But when you sift through those stats, it’s clear that Wilson’s got a serious football spark within him. Despite his experience and a couple of less-than-stellar seasons, the guy’s got some serious grit.

However, when it’s showdown time against the Chiefs, Wilson’s been caught in a bind. Sure, he’s put up some serious numbers on the field, but it’s not come to fruition against the Chiefs with those frustrating results, especially since joining the Denver Broncos. The guy’s been dancing in the spotlight but constantly getting left in the shadows when it counts. And the tale of two teams? It’s like night and day. The Chiefs? Reigning champs with a defense that’s more locked down than Alcatraz. Meanwhile, the Broncos? Wilson’s got them striving to find their footing, but their defense is leakier than a sieve, ranking dead last at 32 in the league.

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Wilson might be the Broncos’ glimmer of hope, their secret weapon. But when your defense resembles a welcome mat, even his heroics might not be enough to pull ’em out of the muck. It’s a classic clash: Wilson, the underdog, against the brick wall defense of the Chiefs led by the relentless Chris Jones. Can he break through? That’s the million-dollar question!

And between Mahomes‘ 15 TDs this season, Wilson’s close 13, and Mahomes’ 6 interceptions versus Wilson’s 4, their head-to-head record stands at Wilson being 1-2 as a starter and 1-3 overall against the Chiefs. It’s a numbers game, but it’s the heart and the defense that make all the difference in the NFL arena.

Gridiron ghosts: The haunting 0-16 Broncos-Chiefs rivalry

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In a battle that once crackled like lightning on an 87-degree September evening back in 2015 at Arrowhead Stadium, the Denver Broncos and Kansas City Chiefs wove a tale that echoed decades of gridiron rivalry. Straight from the 1960s. Yet, the present Broncos-Chiefs showdown, or what’s left of it, couldn’t feel more distant from that era. It’s been a bone-chilling 0-16 streak for the Broncos against the Chiefs, a haunting record that’s been on replay since that fateful night.

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It’s been a carousel of misfortunes for Denver — coaches, quarterbacks, and a string of losing seasons. And at the heart of it all stands the 28-year-old sorcerer, Patrick ‘Magic’ Mahomes, who’s cast a spell of 12-0 against the Broncos. But here comes Sunday Night Football–a chance for Wilson and the Broncos to turn the tables, to flip the script, and reignite a rivalry that’s been one-sided of late.

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Can they upset Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs, shaking up the status quo? Will the Mile-High magic return in a blaze of glory? There’s a playbook waiting to unfold at Empower Field at Mile High. So, who’s ready for some Mile-High Magic? It’s about to go down! 

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Jhelum Mehta is an NFL writer at Essentially Sports who seamlessly intertwines her fervor for sports with a Bachelor's degree in English Literature. Graduating with honors, her writing reflects a unique fusion of literary acumen and astute sports analysis. Her journey as a wordsmith began after completing her studies, where she embarked on a path to articulate the dynamic world of the NFL.
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