The Kansas City Chiefs came into “Sunday Night Football” hoping to extend their record to 3-0 as they continue their quest for an unprecedented third consecutive Super Bowl victory. They got the job done with a 22-17 win over the Atlanta Falcons in Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
First quarter
The Chiefs won the opening coin toss, deferring the decision of possession to the second half. Atlanta opened with the ball, starting from the 30-yard line after a touchback.
The Falcons attacked the Chiefs’ defense early with play-action passes; back-to-back completions to wide receiver Darnell Mooney gained 35 yards and were set up by fake handoffs.