The NFL season kicked off with a bang as the Kansas City Chiefs hosted the Baltimore Ravens in a thrilling matchup.
Let’s get into some of the standout player statistics and key moments that shaped this exciting game.
Baltimore
Offense
Passing
| Player | CP/ATT | YDS | TD | INT | FPTS |
| L. Jackson | 26/41 | 273 | 1 | 0 | 26 |
Rushing
| Player | ATT | YDS | TD | LG | FPTS |
| L. Jackson | 16 | 122 | 0 | 16 | 26 |
| D. Henry | 13 | 46 | 1 | 9 | 10 |
| Z. Flowers | 2 | 14 | 0 | 8 | 10 |
| J. Hill | 1 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1 |
Receiving
| Player | TAR | REC | YDS | TD | LG | FPTS |
| I. Likely | 12 | 9 | 111 | 1 | 49 | 26 |
| R. Bateman | 5 | 2 | 53 | 0 | 38 | 7 |
| J. Hill | 8 | 6 | 52 | 0 | 18 | 11 |
| Z. Flowers | 10 | 6 | 37 | 0 | 19 | 10 |
| M. Andrews | 2 | 2 | 14 | 0 | 11 | 3 |
| N. Agholor | 1 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1 |
| D. Henry | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 |
Kansas City
Offense
Passing
| Player | CP/ATT | YDS | TD | INT | FPTS |
| P. Mahomes | 20/28 | 291 | 1 | 1 | 16 |
Rushing
| Player | ATT | YDS | TD | LG | FPTS |
| I. Pacheco | 15 | 45 | 1 | 5 | 15 |
| X. Worthy | 1 | 21 | 1 | 21 | 20 |
| C. Steele | 2 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| P. Mahomes | 2 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 16 |
Receiving
| Player | TAR | REC | YDS | TD | LG | FPTS |
| R. Rice | 9 | 7 | 103 | 0 | 33 | 17 |
| X. Worthy | 3 | 2 | 47 | 1 | 35 | 20 |
| N. Gray | 3 | 3 | 37 | 0 | 13 | 6 |
| T. Kelce | 4 | 3 | 34 | 0 | 23 | 6 |
| I. Pacheco | 3 | 2 | 33 | 0 | 23 | 15 |
| J. Watson | 1 | 1 | 25 | 0 | 25 | 3 |
| S. Perine | 2 | 1 | 10 | 0 | 10 | 2 |
| P. Mahomes | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 16 |
| J. Smith-Schuster | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Quarterback Showdown
Both quarterbacks put on impressive performances:
1. Patrick Mahomes (Chiefs):
- Passing yards: 291
- Touchdowns: 1
2. Lamar Jackson (Ravens):
- Passing yards: 273
- Rushing yards: 122
- Touchdowns: 1 (passing)
Jackson’s dual-threat capability was on full display, keeping the Ravens in contention throughout the game.
Rookie Spotlight
Xavier Worthy, the Chiefs’ first-round pick, made quite an entrance to the NFL:
- 1 rushing touchdown
- 1 receiving touchdown
His versatility adds a new dimension to the Chiefs’ already potent offense.
Tight End Heroics
Isaiah Likely of the Ravens had a breakout game:
- Receiving yards: 111
- Touchdowns: 1
His performance nearly tied the game in the final seconds, but a close call on the sideline ruled his potential game-tying catch incomplete.
Defensive Highlights
The Chiefs’ defense made crucial plays:
- Chris Jones: Forced a fumble on a strip-sack of Jackson
- The defense held strong in the red zone, forcing Baltimore to settle for field goals
Scoring Breakdown
1. Chiefs: 27 points
- 3 touchdowns
- 2 field goals
2. Ravens: 20 points
- 2 touchdowns
- 2 field goals
Game-Changing Moments
1. Worthy’s 21-yard touchdown run in the first quarter
2. Jones’ strip-sack leading to a Chiefs field goal
3. Likely’s 49-yard touchdown reception on a broken play
4. The final review overturning Likely’s potential game-tying touchdown
Looking Ahead
Both teams showed promise in this season opener. The Chiefs demonstrated why they’re two-time defending champions, while the Ravens proved they can go toe-to-toe with the best.
As the season progresses, it’ll be interesting to see how these teams build on their performances.
The Chiefs’ ability to integrate new weapons like Worthy and the Ravens’ explosive offense led by Jackson will be key storylines to watch.
This game set the stage for what promises to be an exciting NFL season.
Football fans can look forward to more high-stakes matchups and stellar performances in the weeks to come.
