Preview: Broncos at Chiefs on Christmas Day KANSAS CITY, Mo. (Interstat) — A holiday clash with major playoff implications for the visiting team will unfold on Christmas when the Denver Broncos (12-3) face the Kansas City Chiefs (6-9) at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on Thursday, Dec. 25, 2025. The Broncos, riding high atop the AFC West, look to rebound from a surprising 34-20 home loss to Jacksonville last Sunday that snapped a four-game winning streak. Quarterback Bo Nix, despite the loss, posted strong numbers, going 28 for 47 for 352 yards and a touchdown, adding 11 yards on the ground. Over his last four games, Nix has thrown for 1,188 yards and seven touchdowns while showcasing dual-threat ability. Denver previously defeated Kansas City 22-19 in Denver on Nov. 16, part of a dominant stretch where they have won 10 of their last 11 contests. The Chiefs’ season has starkly contrasted, mired in a four-game losing streak after a 26-9 defeat in Tennessee. Quarterback Chris Oladokun, who took over for Gardner Minshew in that loss, completed 11 of 16 passes for 111 yards. Kansas City’s offense has mustered just 47 points during its current skid. Despite the records, the Chiefs are installed as a 13.5-point pregame favorite at home, with an over/under of 36.5 points, according to sportsbooks. National Statistical’s game simulator projects a 30-23 Kansas City victory. For Denver, running backs RJ Harvey and Jaleel McLaughlin provide balance, combining for 87 rushing yards and a score in the loss to Jacksonville. Kansas City will look to running back Isiah Pacheco, who had 75 total yards last week, to spark a struggling attack. The Broncos can clinch the division with a win and a Chargers loss this weekend. Kansas City, mathematically alive but needing a miracle, aims to play spoiler and salvage pride in a once-fierce rivalry that has recently tilted entirely toward Denver. Key Matchup: Denver’s red-hot quarterback Bo Nix against a Kansas City defense that has kept games close, with three of its last four losses by 10 points or fewer. The Chiefs’ ability to pressure Nix and disrupt his rhythm will be critical if they are to overcome the statistical odds and their recent offensive woes. Kickoff is set for 12 p.m. CST on Thursday.