Mahomes Throws for 382 Yards as Chiefs Outlast Colts in Overtime
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- Chiefs beat the Colts 33-30 in overtime in Week 2.
- Mahomes: 32-of-47 passing, 382 yards, three touchdowns, 114 QB rating.
- The 382 yards were the 14th-most in a game in Mahomes' career.
- It was Mahomes' second game back after an ACL injury last season.
- Kelce, Worthy, Rice and Thornton were key targets in the passing game.
Patrick Mahomes completed 32 of 47 passes for three touchdowns in Kansas City's 33-30 overtime win over Indianapolis in Week 2.
Patrick Mahomes delivered one of the best passing performances of his career on Sunday night, leading the Kansas City Chiefs to a 33-30 overtime win over the Indianapolis Colts at Arrowhead Stadium. Mahomes completed 32 of 47 passes for 382 yards and three touchdowns, posting a 114 quarterback rating. The yardage total ranked as the 14th highest of his career.
The game was decided on the final possession of overtime after a back-and-forth contest. Kansas City's offense leaned on play-action early, with run fakes to running back Kenneth Walker creating open receivers. Mahomes hit Xavier Worthy over the middle on the Chiefs' second play, then connected with tight end Travis Kelce on an out route for a touchdown to take the lead.
Playing in his second game back from an ACL injury, Mahomes appeared far more comfortable than in Week 1, when he struggled to find rhythm against Denver. Against Indianapolis, he repeatedly avoided pressure by sliding within the pocket and connecting with Rashee Rice and Kelce on extended plays.
Mahomes also reconnected with Tyquon Thornton on deep shots, hitting his receiver twice downfield for explosive gains after rarely pushing the ball deep in the season opener.
Written by the Matchday Live desk from reporting by Yahoo Sports.
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