Larry Johnson rumbles as Chiefs shock Broncos 33-19
Kansas City running back Larry Johnson totaled 198 rushing yards and two touchdowns as the Chiefs dropkicked the previous undefeated Broncos 33-19 on Sunday.
The poor play of Denver’s defense finally caught up with them today as the Chiefs had a ton of success moving the ball offensively. Damon Huard returned to the starting lineup after missing last week’s loss to Atlanta and was efficient, completing 21 of 28 passes for 160 yards and a touchdown.
But the story was obviously Johnson, who has looked like the LJ of old the past two weeks. Tight end Tony Gonzalez also made a hell of a catch on a 10-yard touchdown pass from Huard to give KC a 23-13 lead early in the fourth.
Aside from Johnson’s monster day, the Broncos shot themselves in the foot with four turnovers. Quarterback Jay Cutler finished with good numbers (29 of 49, 361 yards, 1 TD), but threw two costly interceptions as well. Cutler also lost a fumble, as did wide receiver Brandon Marshall (7 rec., 77 yards, 1 TD).
The Chiefs’ defense deserves a lot of praise for holding the Broncos to only 19 points. Denver was averaging over 30 points a game coming into Sunday, but KC was able to force turnovers and hold the Broncos to field goals most of the game. It was an impressive first win for Herm Edwards and the Chiefs.
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Tags: Brandon Marshall, Damon Huard, Denver Broncos, Jay Cutler, Kansas City Chiefs., Larry Johnson