NFL's Tightest Games: Chiefs Stumble, Broncos Soar

The Kansas City Chiefs are experiencing a significant downturn in close games this season, holding a 0-5 record in contests decided by eight points or fewer, a stark contrast to their NFL-record 17-game winning streak in such situations entering the season. This struggles have impacted their overall standing, placing them outside of playoff contention despite other statistical improvements.

Conversely, the Denver Broncos are thriving in tight contests, boasting a 7-2 record in games decided by eight points or fewer. This success has propelled them to the top of the AFC West. The recent NFL Week 11 was particularly notable for its special teams heroics and blunders, featuring a record-tying five walk-off field goals on a single Sunday, alongside significant kickoff return plays influencing game outcomes.

Elsewhere, the Detroit Lions' aggressive "fourth down or nothing" strategy backfired as they went 0-for-5 on fourth-down attempts before the fourth quarter in a recent loss. Quarterback Josh Allen delivered a historic performance with three passing and three rushing touchdowns, a feat not seen in over 70 years, while Myles Garrett continued his dominant pass-rushing season with another multi-sack game.