Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs pulled off a thrilling comeback in Week 12, defeating the Indianapolis Colts 23-20 in overtime. Trailing 20-9 in the fourth quarter, the Chiefs secured their first win since Week 8 against the Washington Commanders. The victory showcased Kansas City’s resilience and ability to perform under pressure.
Mahomes Leads Comeback as Colts’ Penalties Keep Chiefs Within Striking Distance
Mahomes completed 29 of 46 passes for 352 yards, threw no touchdowns, and had one interception, finishing with a 77.4 passer rating. Despite being sacked four times for a total loss of six yards, he orchestrated the late-game comeback that proved decisive for the Chiefs.
Mahomes’ Fourth-Quarter Heroics Propel Chiefs Past Colts in Overtime ThrillerThe Colts were penalized twice for roughing-the-passer calls in the second quarter. Defensive tackle Grover Stewart and defensive end Laiatu Latu were responsible for the penalties, which resulted in 21 yards for the Chiefs and eventually contributed to field goals. These penalties proved pivotal in keeping Kansas City in striking distance.
Stewart and Latu Escape Fines as Teams Focus on Upcoming Key Matchups
Despite the infractions, both Stewart and Latu avoided fines after the NFL reviewed the plays under its rules enforcement guidelines. Players can face fines ranging from $17,389 to $23,186 for roughing the passer, depending on prior offenses. Overall, the league issued 13 fines in Week 12, a significant drop from 23 in Week 11.
Following the Colts loss, Indianapolis (8-3) aims to bounce back against the Houston Texans in Week 13. Meanwhile, Kansas City (6-6) suffered a Thanksgiving Day defeat to the Dallas Cowboys and prepares to face the Texans in Week 14 on Sunday Night Football on Dec. 7. Both teams are now focused on maintaining momentum for the rest of the season.
