The Chiefs had a few chances to take the lead over the Falcons late in the first half, but the visitors managed only a field goal and Atlanta led 14-13 at halftime.

After running back Bijan Robinson made a 1-yard touchdown run midway through the second quarter to make it 14-7, the Chiefs came back with a 53-yard field goal by Harrison Butker to make it 14-10.

But though Kansas City’s defense forced them into a three-and-out on the ensuing drive, the Chiefs could not resist when Patrick Mahomes and Rashee Rice failed to connect on a third-down pass.

Kansas City’s defense then gave the offense another chance, with the pass rush forcing Kirk Cousins ​​into an interception on a shaky pass over the middle. But Atlanta’s defense made good on the sudden change to limit Butker to a 44-yard field goal.

While the Chiefs scored on three of their five first-half drives, they missed a key opportunity on their first possession. Former Broncos safety Justin Simmons recorded his sixth career pick off of Mahomes to end the possession after 17 plays.

The Falcons got off to a great start, with Cousins ​​passing receiver Drake London for a 14-yard touchdown to cap off their opening drive.

Cousins ​​finished the first half completing 8 of 11 passes for 128 yards with a touchdown and an interception.

Mahomes completed 17 of 27 passes for 128 yards with a touchdown and an interception.

With the Chiefs playing without Isiah Pacheco, Carson Steele has six carries for 26 yards and Samaje Perine has six carries for 25 yards. Rashee Rice leads with seven catches for 62 yards with a touchdown.

Tight end Travis Kelce has just two catches for 4 yards.

Chiefs get the chance to double their performance as they kick off the second half.