The Denver Broncos and Kansas City Chiefs will open the 2025 NFL season with a highly anticipated Monday Night Football showdown. The NFL announced on Tuesday that the two-time defending AFC West champions will meet in Week 1, marking the first game of the season.
The game will take place in Denver, as the NFL confirmed the venue alongside the full Week 1 schedule on Thursday. This matchup follows Denver’s historic victory over Kansas City last season, ending the Chiefs’ streak of six consecutive division titles.
The game also marks the potential return of Broncos quarterback Bo Nix, who suffered a broken ankle in the divisional round of the playoffs. His recovery progress will be closely monitored as the season approaches.
For the Chiefs, the game could feature the debut of quarterback Patrick Mahomes, who tore his ACL in December. While his participation remains uncertain, the team’s medical staff will provide updates as the season opener nears.
The Broncos-Chiefs game is the fifth of the Seattle Seahawks’ potential Week 1 opponents to be revealed. The other confirmed matchups include the 49ers, Rams, Giants, and Cowboys. The remaining teams—Cardinals, Chargers, Bears, and Patriots—are still awaiting their Week 1 assignments for the 2026 NFL season.
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