The Kansas City Chiefs staged a dramatic comeback to defeat the Indianapolis Colts 23-20 in overtime on November 23, 2023. Quarterback Patrick Mahomes led the charge with a season-high 352 passing yards, while running back Kareem Hunt contributed 104 rushing yards and a touchdown. The winning moment came from kicker Harrison Butker, who secured his fifth field goal of the game, keeping the Chiefs’ playoff aspirations alive.
Fourth-Quarter Comeback
Trailing for much of the game, the Chiefs (6-5) faced a tough challenge against the high-flying Colts (8-3). The Colts held a 20-9 lead heading into the fourth quarter, but a series of missteps allowed the Chiefs to seize the opportunity. Mahomes orchestrated a crucial drive, culminating in a touchdown run from Hunt and a subsequent two-point conversion to Rashee Rice, narrowing the deficit to just three points.
The Colts struggled to maintain their momentum, largely due to questionable play-calling and execution. In the final minutes, Mahomes capitalized on the Colts’ defensive lapses, leading his team downfield for a game-tying field goal from Butker as time expired, which sent the game into overtime.
Overtime Victory
In overtime, the Chiefs’ defense held strong, forcing the Colts to punt after another three-and-out. With the game on the line, Mahomes connected with Rice multiple times, setting up Butker for a 27-yard field goal that sealed the win. This victory was particularly significant as it halted a two-game losing streak for the Chiefs and kept their playoff hopes intact.
The Colts had previously relied heavily on quarterback Daniel Jones, who recorded 181 yards and two touchdowns overall but faltered in the second half, completing only 8 of 18 passes for 83 yards. The Colts’ star running back, Jonathan Taylor, had 58 rushing yards on 16 carries, a far cry from his record-setting performance the previous week.
As the Chiefs prepare for their upcoming game against the Cowboys, they will look to build on this momentum. The Colts, on the other hand, will face the Texans next Sunday, hoping to bounce back from this disappointing overtime loss.
