The Chiefs have 15 straight wins in one-score games. How do they get away with it?

Kansas City: The Chiefs are on a wild ride this season. They’ve racked up 15 straight wins in one-score games, which is just mind-blowing. You’d think they’d be dominating, but their point differential is the worst for an 11-1 team in NFL history.

In their latest game against the Chargers, they started strong with a 13-0 lead. But then, as usual, things got tight. The Chargers fought back, and there were three lead changes in the fourth quarter. The game-winning field goal came from backup kicker Matthew Wright, who had to step in for the injured Harrison Butker. His kick looked like it was going wide but hit the upright and bounced in. Classic Chiefs luck, right?

Wright is actually the third kicker this season to nail a game-winner for the Chiefs. No other team has had that happen even once in a season. It’s wild! Now, with a 12-1 record, they’ve extended their streak of one-score wins to 15.

You’d expect a Super Bowl champ to be crushing it, but this team seems a bit off compared to their previous championship squads. They’ve been juggling running backs, receivers, and offensive linemen all season. Plus, their defense has taken a hit due to injuries. Yet, somehow, they keep pulling off these close wins, leaving everyone else scratching their heads.

Let’s dive into what’s making this team tick. First up, the chemistry between Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce is something else. Even though Kelce isn’t as fast as he used to be, their connection is still strong. In the game against the Chargers, Mahomes made a smart play to get a crucial first down, showing just how well they read each other.

Then there’s their performance on third downs. The Chiefs are the best in the league at converting third downs, which keeps their drives alive. They’ve converted over 52% of their third downs this season, which is impressive.

On the defensive side, things have been a bit shaky. Coach Steve Spagnuolo has gone back to old-school tactics, using a lot of press coverage. It’s risky, but it’s also bold. They’ve signed veteran cornerback Steven Nelson to help shore things up.

Interestingly, the NFL is seeing more close games than ever. This season, a record number of games have been decided by six points or fewer. The Chiefs have certainly benefited from this trend, flipping their luck from last year when they struggled in close games.

Looking ahead, the Chiefs have a tough schedule, but they’ve already clinched the AFC West and hold the No. 1 seed in the conference. If they keep this up, they’ll be a tough team to beat in the playoffs. It’s hard to bet against them, even if they seem a bit vulnerable at times.