The Kansas City Chiefs showed more of their unique grit in the pouring rain at Arrowhead Stadium, coming back in the second half and overtime to defeat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 30-24. The defending champions were pushed to their limits again, and quarterback Patrick Mahomes suffered an injury in the fourth quarter. Still, they gutted it out for the victory in the extra period, extending their undefeated record to 8-0.
DeAndre Hopkins ensured the fans in attendance got the full experience of what made him a five-time All-Pro in his career. The veteran wide receiver’s two touchdown receptions propelled Kansas City to their franchise-record fourteenth consecutive victory, as he has instant chemistry with Mahomes. Kareem Hunt’s toughness in rough conditions established him as the reliable veteran running back leading that group.
Chris Jones and the defensive line applied pressure when needed, stalling Tampa Bay until the late drive from Baker Mayfield to tie the game in regulation.
Check out how some of Kansas City’s stars fared in the Chiefs’ win over the Buccaneers:
Nov 4, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) rolls out to pass during the second half against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images
Mahomes battled through an injury for an efficient game, finishing with 291 yards passing and three touchdowns. He led the overtime drive quickly down the field for the game-winning touchdown.
KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI – NOVEMBER 04: DeAndre Hopkins #8 of the Kansas City Chiefs catches a touchdown pass against Josh Hayes #32 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the second quarter at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on November 04, 2024 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)
The veteran receiver is fitting in seamlessly with the offense. In his home Arrowhead Stadium debut, he caught eight passes for 86 yards and two touchdowns.
Nov 4, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt (29) celebrates toward fans after scoring the game-winning touchdown in overtime against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images
Hunt continues to be the workhorse running back as he eclipsed 100 yards and had the walk-off touchdown run in overtime.
Nov 4, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) runs the ball against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the first half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images
The star tight end had a fumble in the first half but still led the team in receiving again on Monday night with 14 catches for 100 yards.
Nov 4, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end Cade Otton (88) runs the ball as Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Christian Roland-Wallace (30) chases during the second half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images
The rookie cornerback had a tough time against veteran Buccaneers receiver Sterling Shepard, who took advantage of Roland-Wallace’s lack of experience, especially in the fourth quarter game-tying drive. He had four tackles in the game but had difficulties in coverage at the night’s end.
