NFL: Kansas City Chiefs defeat Atlanta Falcons, start season 3-0 (15 images)

By Wade Sheridan

The Kansas City Chiefs beat the Atlanta Falcons 22-17 at Mercedes Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Sunday. Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes threw for 217 yards and two touchdowns with one interception. The Chiefs start the season 3-0. The Falcons stand at 1-2.

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes throws a pass during the game against the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes Benz Stadium in Atlanta on September 22, 2024. The Chiefs defeated the Falcons 22-17. Photo by Mike Zarrilli/UPI

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Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins throws a pass in the first quarter. Photo by Mike Zarrilli/UPI

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Falcons cornerback Mike Hughes breaks up a pass intended for Chiefs wide receiver Xavier Worthy in the first quarter. Photo by Mike Zarrilli/UPI

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Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts stiff-arms Chiefs safety Justin Reid after a reception in the first quarter. Photo by Mike Zarrilli/UPI

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