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The Kansas City Chiefs secured a 19-17 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders in a thrilling NFL game that saw the Raiders miss a potential game-winning field goal due to a botched snap. The win also marked the Chiefs’ 10th consecutive playoff berth, the second-longest streak in NFL history. Quarterback Patrick Mahomes had 306 yards passing and a touchdown, while fill-in kicker Matt Wright made four field goals for the Chiefs. The win was the Chiefs’ 14th consecutive one-possession game, but despite the victory, Mahomes expressed a desire to play better as a team in order to reach the Super Bowl. Raiders quarterback Aidan O’Connell had 340 yards passing and two touchdowns, with Brock Bowers making a significant contribution with 10 catches for 140 yards and a score. Despite the loss, Raiders coach Antonio Pierce praised his team for their efforts. Both teams struggled with penalties and offensive issues during the game. The Raiders will face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers next, while the Chiefs will take on the Los Angeles Chargers in their next game. Overall, the game was a hard-fought battle that highlighted the resilience and determination of both teams.

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