Denver has a meaningful pass rush at the 77th pctl and protects its own passer at the 81st pctl, but the offense's inability to convert third downs (6th pctl) and score (22nd pctl in points per drive) limits how much sustained pressure it can apply against a Kansas City unit that converts early downs at elite efficiency. The Chiefs' advantages in early-down success and turnover creation represent the widest paired gaps in the game.

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• Denver's 77th pctl pass rush against Kansas City's 91st pctl pass protection, whether the Broncos' front can generate disruption against one of the best-protected offenses in the league
• Kansas City's 94th pctl turnover creation against a Denver offense converting third downs at just the 6th pctl, how many possessions the Chiefs can generate from forced punts and takeaways
• Denver's 81st pctl pass protection versus Kansas City's 9th pctl pass rush, the Broncos can likely keep their own quarterback clean, but must find ways to sustain drives on third down