In the final seconds, the Chiefs secured a playoff spot by recovering a botched snap from the Raiders, clinching a 19-17 victory. This win marked Kansas City’s 10th straight playoff berth.
With just 15 seconds left and within field goal range, the Raiders were poised to take the lead. However, a miscommunication led to a fumbled snap at the Kansas City 32-yard line.
Chiefs linebacker Nick Bolton secured the ball after it bounced off Raiders quarterback Aidan O’Connell’s shoulder. The play concluded with the Chiefs maintaining possession due to an illegal shift penalty on the Raiders.
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— NFL (@NFL) November 29, 2024The game’s critical moment came as the Raiders (2-10) advanced from their 8-yard line to midfield in under two minutes. Despite the field goal unit’s readiness, with kicker Daniel Carlson missing three earlier attempts from beyond 50 yards, the Raiders opted for a play instead. This decision ultimately led to the turnover that sealed their fate.
Chiefs recover botched snap by Raiders in closing seconds, clinch playoff berth with 19-17 victory https://t.co/FgXIw0KZD8
— The Associated Press (@AP) November 30, 2024This victory extends Kansas City’s remarkable streak to 14 consecutive games decided by a single possession, bolstering their record to 11-1.
Looking ahead, the Raiders will face Tampa Bay on December 8, while the Chiefs host the Los Angeles Chargers that same evening.
