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September 12th, 2026

how much has the momentum SHIFTED between the Denver Broncos and the Kansas City Chiefs?

Zach Bye and Phillip Lindsay dive into the potential momentum shift between the Broncos and Chiefs. After Kansas City beat Denver 16 straight times over eight years, the Broncos have now won three in a row — and the rivalry suddenly feels different.

Are the Chiefs still as intimidating as they once were? Have the Broncos become the team to beat in the AFC West? And what will Monday night reveal about which franchise truly controls the division now?

This is the full breakdown of momentum, confidence, and the changing landscape of one of the NFL’s fiercest rivalries.

Chiefs’ 16‑game streak vs Broncos’ three straight wins

How the rivalry’s momentum has shifted

Whether Kansas City is still the AFC West’s scariest team

Whether Denver has become the division’s new standard

What Monday night means for both franchises


Broncos Country — weigh in:
• How much has the momentum shifted
• Are the Chiefs still the team to fear
• And are the Broncos now the AFC West’s top dog

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