
Patrick Mahomes Scores Touchdown Following Mansoor Delane's Interception
Patrick Mahomes demonstrated his recovery from injury during the Chiefs' opening drive against the Denver Broncos, scoring a 15-yard touchdown that established a 7-0 lead.
Mahomes, who had undergone reconstructive surgery on his left knee after tearing his ACL and LCL in December, initially ran for a 5-yard touchdown, but a holding penalty negated the play. The Chiefs' strategy involved a strong running game, with eight of their ten plays on the drive being runs, accumulating 57 yards. Kenneth Walker contributed significantly with seven carries for 32 yards.
The drive began on the Denver 46-yard line after rookie Mansoor Delane intercepted Bo Nix and returned the ball 5 yards, setting the stage for Mahomes' touchdown.
