The Kansas City Chiefs started slow and then ripped the life out of the New England Patriots in a 42-27 win that kicked off the 2017 NFL season in surprising fashion.
No team has ever racked up more offensive yardage (537) and points (42) against a Bill Belichick-led defense in New England. It was a rough night for the defending champions who started the game looking like their usual dominant selves.
Tom Brady opened the game by orchestrating a nine-play, 73-yard touchdown drive and then was gifted another possession when the Chiefs fumbled away their first chance on offense.