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Chiefs QB suffered a torn ACL and is out for season
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There was no shortage of action in this high-stakes game. So much so that Chargers safety Tony Jefferson was ejected in the fourth quarter for an illegal hit on Chiefs wide receiver Tyquan Thornton. The hit sparked a heated moment involving players from both teams, and the NFL will now investigate the incident for potential punishment.
The Kansas City Chiefs’ impressive playoff streak came to an end after 10 seasons. With the 16-13 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 15, the Chiefs were eliminated from playoff contention, marking the first time Patrick Mahomes has missed the postseason.
The Chiefs have been eliminated from playoff contention with the Chargers ' 16-13 win. Quarterback Patrick Mahomes tore his ACL in today's loss. Meanwhile atop the AFC East, the Bills held off the Patriots in a 35-31 win.
The Los Angeles Chargers, led by quarterback Justin Herbert, face the Kansas City Chiefs, led by quarterback Patrick Mahomes, on Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025 at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo.
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce saw one player take his spot in NFL history during the games in Week 15.
Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Ashton Gillotte intercepts a pass from Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert. Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts finds tight end Dallas Goedert for a 14-yard gain. Chicago Bears running back D'Andre Swift moves the chains with a powerful 6-yard run on third-and-5 against the Cleveland Browns.
(kicking off at 1 p.m. ET), the New England Patriots (11-2) face the Buffalo Bills (9-4) at Gillette Stadium and are expected to win but by less than a TD, 26-23 (according to our computer prediction).
It's been a brutal start for the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 15, with Kenny Pickett starting in place of an injured Geno Smith. The team has totaled just 82 total offensive yards through five possessions as the Raiders continue to seek their first score of the day.