Broncos ‘Don’t Care’ Which Chiefs Are Playing in Week 18 Matchup as Denver Eyes Playoff Berth
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. – The Denver Broncos are laser-focused on securing a playoff berth in Week 18, and they don’t care which version of the Kansas City Chiefs they face in their pivotal matchup.
Broncos Aiming for Division Crown
Currently sitting at 7-9, the Broncos have a chance to win the AFC West with a victory over the Chiefs and a loss by the Las Vegas Raiders to the Indianapolis Colts. A division title would automatically earn Denver a playoff berth.
“We’re not concerned about who’s playing for them,” said Broncos head coach Nathaniel Hackett. “We know they’re a great team, but we’re confident in our ability to win this game and make the playoffs.”
Chiefs Resting Key Players
The Chiefs have already clinched the AFC West and the No. 1 seed in the AFC playoffs. As a result, they are expected to rest several key players in Week 18, including quarterback Patrick Mahomes, tight end Travis Kelce, and wide receiver Tyreek Hill.
“We’re going to play whoever they put out there,” said Broncos linebacker Bradley Chubb. “We’re not going to let down our fans or ourselves. We’re going to go out and give it our all.”
Broncos’ Defense Key to Success
The Broncos’ defense has been a major factor in their recent success. They have allowed just 17.8 points per game over their last four contests, including a dominant performance against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 15.
“We have to make sure we play our game and execute our scheme,” said Broncos cornerback Patrick Surtain II. “We’re confident in our ability to stop them, regardless of who’s on the field for them.”
Playoff Implications
A win over the Chiefs would not only give the Broncos the AFC West title but also potentially improve their playoff seeding. They could finish as high as the No. 5 seed, which would give them a home playoff game in the Wild Card Round.
“We know what’s at stake,” said Broncos quarterback Drew Lock. “We’re going to give it everything we have to win this game and make the playoffs. We’re not going to let anything stop us.”
Chiefs’ Motivation
While the Chiefs are resting their key players, they still have plenty of motivation to win in Week 18. A victory would give them a 13-4 record, which would be their best since 2018.
“We want to finish the season strong,” said Chiefs head coach Andy Reid. “We’re going to put out a competitive team, and we expect to win this game.”
Conclusion
The Broncos and Chiefs are set to face off in a crucial Week 18 matchup that has major playoff implications for both teams. The Broncos are determined to secure a division title and playoff berth, while the Chiefs are looking to finish the regular season with a strong performance.
The game will be played at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver on Saturday, January 8th, at 2:30 PM MST.