In Week 11 of the 2025 NFL season, the Kansas City Chiefs will play the Denver Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High. The game will happen on Sunday, November 16, 2025, at 4:25 PM. CBS will broadcast the game, and the weather forecast predicts a cool day with clear skies.
The Chiefs, led by head coach Andy Reid, have a 5-4 record this season. They have struggled on the road with a 1-3 record. The Broncos, under head coach Sean Payton, have an 8-2 record and are undefeated at home with a 5-0 record. Both teams are part of the AFC West division.
Chiefs Preview – Mahomes Leading the Way
The Kansas City Chiefs enter their next game with a mix of wins and losses. They have shown strong performances at home, defeating the Raiders 31-0 and the Commanders 28-7. However, their away games have been more challenging, including a recent 28-21 loss to the Buffalo Bills.
Patrick Mahomes continues to be a key player for the Chiefs. He ranks first in the league for passing yards and touchdowns. In their last game, Mahomes threw for 250 yards and had one interception against the Bills.
The Chiefs are dealing with several injuries, which could impact their performance. Key players like Isiah Pacheco and Jawaan Taylor are questionable for Week 11. On the defensive side, players like Nick Bolton and Trent McDuffie have been consistent in tackling and sacks.
Broncos Preview – Defensive Strength Shines
The Denver Broncos have been on a winning streak, taking five games in a row. They recently defeated the Las Vegas Raiders 10-7 in a close game at home. The defense played a key role, forcing two fumbles and keeping the Raiders to just 114 passing yards.
Bo Nix leads the Broncos’ offense with 2,126 passing yards this season. He’s thrown 18 touchdowns but also has 8 interceptions. J.K. Dobbins has been effective on the ground with 772 rushing yards, though he is questionable due to a foot injury.
The Broncos’ defense ranks high, especially in sacks where they are first. Talanoa Hufanga and Zach Allen have been standout defensive players. However, injuries are a concern, with key players like Pat Surtain II and Marvin Mims Jr. listed as questionable.
Betting Prediction
The Kansas City Chiefs are favored to win against the Denver Broncos with a spread of -3.5. The Chiefs have a strong defense, ranking 4th in opponent score, while the Broncos’ offense ranks 10th in scoring. This makes it likely that the Chiefs can cover the spread, especially given their ability to perform well on third downs.
Defensively, the Broncos have the top-ranked sacks in the league, which could pressure the Chiefs’ offense. However, the Chiefs’ offense is efficient on third downs, ranking 2nd. This efficiency can help them extend drives and score points, which would help them cover the spread.
Although the Broncos have a strong defense, the Chiefs’ balanced offense can exploit opportunities. The Chiefs are ranked 14th in both scoring and passing yards. Their varied attack can test the Broncos’ defense and contribute to covering the spread.
- Pick: Chiefs -3.5 (-113)
