One of the most memorable moments of the Chiefs’ 29-13 road win over Denver last year did not involve a big play or a touchdown. Instead, it was a penalty.
It came late in the first quarter, with the Chiefs facing third and 7 at their own 39. Quarterback Alex Smith scrambled for a first down but it was wiped away by an unnecessary roughness penalty on right tackle Jah Reid, who shoved Broncos star edge rusher Von Miller to the ground, dived on top of him and delivered a blow to his shoulder and head.