Patrick Mahomes entered the Chiefs’ game against the Broncos on Thursday Night Football seeking to help Kansas City earn its fifth win of the season.
After the Chiefs notched a 35-yard field goal from Harrison Butker on its first drive and a Russell Wilson interception in Denver's second possession, Mahomes was hoping to record his first touchdown of the game on Kansas City's next drive.
The two-time Super Bowl champion led the Chiefs’ offense down to the Broncos’ 15-yard line. However, on third-and-8, Mahomes was looking to connect with wide receiver Skyy Moore, but instead threw a hideous interception right into the hands of Broncos’ Justin Moore.
Justin Simmons tied for the league lead in INTs last season.
— NFL (@NFL) October 13, 2023
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It was Mahomes's fifth interception this season and his 11th in the red zone since becoming the Chiefs starting quarterback in 2018, the most in the NFL, according to ESPN Stats and Info.
Fans shared their displeasure about Mahomes turning the ball over in the red zone.
Not sure what was worse, Patrick Mahomes' interception, the fake FG call when you're Chiefs and need to gain two yards, or the camera work on that play.
— Adam Silverstein (@SilversteinAdam) October 13, 2023
@ESPNStatsInfo: That was Patrick Mahomes’ 11th interception in the red zone since becoming the full-time starter in 2018, most in the NFL over that span. https://t.co/FMZ0gJTeBH
— Ed Werder (@WerderEdESPN) October 13, 2023
Just a poor decision from Patrick Mahomes.
— Nate Taylor (@ByNateTaylor) October 13, 2023
With his left foot being grabbed, a sack would've given Harrison Butker a chance a to convert Nick Bolton's interception into 3 points.
Instead, Mahomes attempts a pass without power in his legs, which is intercepted by Justin Simmons.
Patrick Mahomes has had some awful interceptions this year.
— Ryan Talbot (@RyanTalbotBills) October 13, 2023
Patrick Mahomes just threw one of the worst interceptions you'll ever see.
— alex brasky (@alexbrasky) October 13, 2023
Simmons claimed his first interception of the season and his fourth against Mahomes in his career.
