The Kansas City Chiefs faced off against the San Francisco 49ers in a Super Bowl rematch, with kickoff set for 3:25 p.m.
In the fourth quarter, the game concluded with the 49ers scoring a late touchdown but failing on a two-point conversion attempt. After a failed onside kick, the Chiefs sealed their victory by kneeling down, improving their record to 6-0 for the season. The final score was Chiefs 28, 49ers 18.
Shortly before the end, a decisive 12-play, 80-yard drive concluded with Mecole Hardman scoring a touchdown on an 18-yard run, reminiscent of his performance in the Super Bowl against the same team. Meanwhile, Chiefs defensive back Jaden Hicks made a significant impact by recording his first career interception, which halted a 49ers drive.
In the earlier stages of the fourth quarter, Chiefs cornerback Jaylen Watson was deemed questionable to return after suffering an ankle injury. Additionally, Patrick Mahomes scored his first touchdown of the season on a fourth-and-goal situation.
Moving to the third quarter, Mahomes made a notable 33-yard run that helped drive the Chiefs forward, although both quarterbacks struggled throughout the day. A turnover led to the 49ers’ Brock Purdy scoring on a quarterback sneak, reducing the Chiefs’ lead to 14-12. The 49ers faced injury challenges as Brandon Aiyuk was ruled out and Deebo Samuel was questionable to return.
At halftime, Mahomes had completed 11 of 17 passes for 108 yards, with one touchdown and one interception, resulting in a passer rating of 58.0. The Chiefs amassed 71 rushing yards, highlighted by Kareem Hunt’s two rushing touchdowns. In comparison, Purdy had a tougher outing, completing 8 of 16 passes for 113 yards and one interception with a passer rating of 47.1.
In the second quarter, the Chiefs continued their strong showing with Hunt scoring again, extending the lead to 14-3. A standout moment was Mecole Hardman’s 55-yard punt return, which positioned the Chiefs favorably.
The first quarter saw the 49ers strike first with a 55-yard field goal, leading 3-0, while the Chiefs faced challenges, including a hamstring injury to JuJu Smith-Schuster and a critical interception thrown by Mahomes.
Injury updates indicated that 49ers’ Deebo Samuel would play despite an illness, and the Chiefs listed several players as inactive for the game.