The Chiefs are already eliminated from playoff contention, so they have nothing to play for when they host the Broncos on Christmas Day. Denver, on the other hand, could clinch the AFC West and the No. 1 seed in the conference as early as this weekend (if they get some help from other teams ).

The Kansas City Chiefs went into full “roster protect” mode this week, placing receiver Rashee Rice and cornerback Trent McDuffie on injured reserve along with receiver Tyquan Thornton and cornerback Jaylon Watson.

Here's everything you need to know to watch the Kansas City Chiefs take on the Denver Broncos in Week 17 of the 2025 NFL season.

The NFL season continues Week 17 when the Kansas City Chiefs host the Denver Broncos on Christmas Day. Start time, how to watch, stream and TV schedule.

Oladokun has been with the Chiefs franchise for a while but probably hasn’t made it onto fans’ radar until the injuries this season.

Watch as Senior Writer Ed Easton Jr. speaks with Chiefs EVP and Chief Media & Marketing Officer Lara Krug. She discussed 'Merry Mischief,' an all-new holiday short set that premiered on Christmas Eve, and this year's 'Kingdom Christmas' events and experiences at Arrowhead Stadium.

The Denver Broncos have released an updated depth chart ahead of their Thursday Night Football showdown with the Kansas City Chiefs on Christmas Day.

Chiefs salary cap 2026, explained: Why Kansas City is facing major roster management concerns originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. Money hasn't been much of an issue for the Kansas City Chiefs in recent years — winning tends to mask a whole lot in the NFL.