AFC West lead at stake as Patrick Mahomes and Bo Nix grind through injury comebacks

The AFC West lead is at risk on Sunday as injured quarterbacks Patrick Mahomes and Bo Nix battle their recoveries. Both teams are currently 5-1 and 5-2 respectively following setbacks last weekend and in their season debut. Mahomes has gone without a touchdown pass in back-to-back games, while Nix faces challenges throwing deep and running short, with a completion rate of 59.2% and projected 267 rushing yards this season.

The Broncos hope Nix's confidence returns after his 62-yard touchdown run against Arizona. Mahomes relies on Kenneth Walker III's 117-yard rushing average and Travis Kelce's 14.3-yard catch average, while the Chiefs benefit from Vance Joseph's strong defense led by Zach Allen and Nik Bonitto. Despite Nix's struggles, the Broncos appear to have improved after a tough loss at Arrowhead Stadium.