The Kansas City Chiefs secured their first win of the season with a hard-fought 22-9 victory over the New York Giants. The game, played on Sunday, September 21st, 2025, in East Rutherford, New Jersey, saw Patrick Mahomes lead the Chiefs to victory despite early struggles and several self-inflicted errors. Mahomes himself admitted to throwing the ball backward on multiple occasions, a testament to the pressure the Giants' defense applied.
Despite these early setbacks, Mahomes demonstrated his resilience, showcasing impressive throws and making crucial plays throughout the game. A highlight of his performance was a 33-yard throw to Tyquan Thornton in the fourth quarter which set up Kareem Hunt's crucial touchdown. The touchdown effectively sealed the game and sparked a wave of celebration among the Chiefs' fanbase. Mahomes completed 22 of 37 passes for 224 yards and one touchdown. His ability to recover the ball from the hands of Giants' defender Bobby Okereke also proved to be a turning point in the game.
The Chiefs' defense also played a vital role in securing the win, holding the Giants' offense in check for significant portions of the game. The performance comes as a significant relief to the team, preventing their first 0-3 start since 2011.
The Giants, on the other hand, suffered their third consecutive loss, bringing their season record to 0-3. Russell Wilson, the Giants quarterback, had a difficult game, throwing two interceptions and finishing with 18 of 32 passes for 160 yards. Frustrations within the Giants fanbase were evident as chants of "We want Dart!" broke out after Wilson's second interception, though rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart remained on the sidelines.
Isiah Pacheco led the Chiefs in rushing, gaining 45 yards on 10 carries, while Giants rookie Cam Skattebo had a standout performance, gaining 121 total yards from scrimmage, including a touchdown. The game also saw several key injuries, including a neck injury for Chiefs safety Bryan Cook and a groin injury for Giants kicker Graham Gano. The injuries add another layer of complexity to both teams' outlook for the coming weeks.
With the win, the Chiefs improve their record to 1-2 and will face the Baltimore Ravens next week. The Giants, with a 0-3 record, face a tough challenge against the Los Angeles Chargers in their upcoming game.
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Originally published at: https://apnews.com/article/chiefs-giants-score-182d08b4c1eef36754b2d93d35e09eb5
