A blockbuster offseason trade that sent Tyreek Hill to Miami brought questions about whether Patrick Mahomes II and the Chiefs would remain atop the AFC. They answered those questions decisively, including wins in 10 of their last 11 games. Mahomes continued to show his brilliance, throwing for 5,250 yards and 41 touchdowns, while seventh-round rookie Isiah Pacheco emerged as another offensive playmaker. The Chiefs paired that with a strong defense, led by lineman Chris Jones, who tallied 15.5 sacks. The result? A 14-3 record and the top seed in the AFC.

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