Final2026 Week 3
Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens, FL|
Kansas City Chiefs vs Miami Dolphins
Kansas City Chiefs
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Miami Dolphins
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| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chiefs | 7 | 7 | 0 | 10 | 24 |
| Dolphins | 7 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 10 |
KC 24 · MIA 10 Final
Passing leader
KC · QB
16.9PPR pts
20/24, 246 YDS, 2 TD, 1 INT
Top fantasy scorer
Kenneth Walker III
KC
21.3PPR pts
18 ATT, 70 YDS, 1 TD, 2 REC, 3 REC YDS, 1 REC TD
Dolphins leader
Ollie Gordon II
MIA · RB
14.5PPR pts
17 ATT, 41 YDS, 1 TD, 3 REC, 14 REC YDS
Defensive playmaker
Jacob Rodriguez
MIA
1 INT, 6 TKL
Chiefs 24, Dolphins 10: Kansas City pulls away from Miami
Kansas City led 14–7 at halftime and outscored Miami 10–3 after the break to win 24–10. The Chiefs finished with a narrow 334–329 edge in total offense and averaged 6.8 yards per play.
The Dolphins went 8-for-16 on third down and committed two turnovers.
Key advantages
- +1.9 yards/play KC 6.8 · MIA 4.9
- +1 turnover margin KC 1 · MIA 2 turnovers
- +5 total yards KC 334 · MIA 329
Game Highlights
Official NFL highlights · Opens from YouTube
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Why the Chiefs Won
Kansas City won the efficiency and turnover battles.
| Chiefs | Stat | Dolphins |
|---|---|---|
| 6.8 | Yards per play | 4.9 |
| 1 | Turnovers | 2 |
| 334 | Total yards | 329 |
| Other team stats | ||
| 49 | Plays | 67 |
| 43% | Third-down conversion | 50% |
| 25:39 | Time of possession | 34:21 |
Scoring Summary
The Chiefs scored three touchdowns and one field goal; the Dolphins scored one touchdown and one field goal.
| Time | Team | Play | KC | MIA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st quarter | ||||
| 12:54 | KC | Kenneth Walker III 10-yard TD run Takes leadHarrison Butker XP | 7 | 0 |
| 3:27 | MIA | Ollie Gordon II 3-yard TD run Ties gameRiley Patterson XP | 7 | 7 |
| 2nd quarter | ||||
| 12:58 | KC | Patrick Mahomes → Kenneth Walker III, 5-yard TD Takes leadHarrison Butker XP | 14 | 7 |
| 3rd quarter | ||||
| 10:10 | MIA | Riley Patterson 37-yard FG | 14 | 10 |
| 4th quarter | ||||
| 11:35 | KC | Harrison Butker 34-yard FG Extends lead | 17 | 10 |
| 2:55 | KC | Patrick Mahomes → Travis Kelce, 11-yard TD Extends leadHarrison Butker XP | 24 | 10 |
Fantasy Points: Chiefs vs Dolphins, Week 3 2026
Fantasy leaders
- Kenneth WalkerKC · RB21.3 PTSRB7
- Patrick MahomesKC · QB16.9 PTSQB20
- Rashee RiceKC · WR15.8 PTSWR20
- Ollie GordonMIA · RB14.5 PTSRB13
Player Stats
Quarterbacks
| Player | FPTS | FIN | CMP/ATT | Pass YDS | TD | INT | Rush ATT | Rush YDS | Rush TD | Rate | Start/Sit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16.9 | QB20 | 20/24 | 246 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 119.8 | Start/Sit → | |
| 11.0 | QB28 | 20/36 | 210 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 56 | 0 | 61.1 | Start/Sit → |
WRs, RBs, & TEs
| Player | FPTS | FIN | POS | Rush ATT | Rush YDS | Rush TD | TGT | REC | Rec YDS | Rec TD | Start/Sit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21.3 | RB7 | RB | 18 | 70 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 1 | ||
| 15.8 | WR20 | WR | — | — | — | 9 | 7 | 88 | 0 | Start/Sit → | |
| 14.5 | RB13 | RB | 17 | 41 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 14 | 0 | ||
| 13.9 | TE11 | TE | — | — | — | 2 | 2 | 59 | 1 | Start/Sit → | |
| 11.1 | WR39 | WR | 2 | 5 | 0 | 10 | 5 | 56 | 0 | Start/Sit → | |
| 10.7 | WR41 | WR | — | — | — | 8 | 4 | 67 | 0 | Start/Sit → | |
| 10.5 | TE15 | TE | — | — | — | 7 | 5 | 55 | 0 | Start/Sit → | |
| 6.9 | TE28 | TE | — | — | — | 3 | 3 | 39 | 0 | Start/Sit → | |
| 4.2 | WR81 | WR | — | — | — | 2 | 2 | 22 | 0 | Start/Sit → | |
| 4.0 | WR84 | WR | — | — | — | 2 | 2 | 20 | 0 | Start/Sit → | |
| 3.5 | WR89 | WR | — | — | — | 3 | 2 | 15 | 0 | Start/Sit → | |
| 2.1 | WR104 | WR | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | 11 | 0 | Start/Sit → | |
| 1.7 | RB65 | RB | 6 | 17 | 0 | — | — | — | — | Start/Sit → | |
| 1.7 | RB64 | RB | 3 | 17 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| 1.4 | RB69 | RB | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0 | Start/Sit → | |
| 1.3 | WR111 | WR | — | — | — | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | ||
| 0.0 | — | TE | — | — | — | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Start/Sit → |
Fantasy Usage
Kansas City Chiefs
Snap Share
Xavier WorthyWR43 snaps83%
Travis KelceTE41 snaps79%
Rashee RiceWR40 snaps77%
Kenneth WalkerRB38 snaps73%
Noah GrayTE33 snaps63%
Target Share23 targets
- Rashee Rice39%, 9 targets
- Noah Gray13%, 3 targets
- Travis Kelce9%, 2 targets
- Kenneth Walker9%, 2 targets
- Tyquan Thornton9%, 2 targets
- Other22%, 5 targets
Carry Share25 carries
- Kenneth Walker72%, 18 carries
- Emmett Johnson24%, 6 carries
- Patrick Mahomes4%, 1 carries
Miami Dolphins
Snap Share
Malik WashingtonWR63 snaps86%
Ollie GordonRB61 snaps84%
Chris BellWR52 snaps71%
Greg DulcichTE51 snaps70%
Kevin ColemanWR45 snaps62%
Target Share36 targets
- Malik Washington28%, 10 targets
- Chris Bell22%, 8 targets
- Greg Dulcich19%, 7 targets
- Kevin Coleman11%, 4 targets
- Ryan Miller8%, 3 targets
- Other11%, 4 targets
Carry Share31 carries
- Ollie Gordon55%, 17 carries
- Malik Willis29%, 9 carries
- De'Von Achane10%, 3 carries
- Malik Washington6%, 2 carries
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| Player | SNAPS | SNAP % | TGT | TGT % | CAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63 | 86% | 10 | 28% | 2 | |
| 61 | 84% | 3 | 8% | 17 | |
| 43 | 83% | 2 | 9% | 0 | |
| 41 | 79% | 2 | 9% | 0 | |
| 40 | 77% | 9 | 39% | 0 | |
| 38 | 73% | 2 | 9% | 18 | |
| 52 | 71% | 8 | 22% | 0 | |
| 51 | 70% | 7 | 19% | 0 | |
| 33 | 63% | 3 | 13% | 0 | |
| 45 | 62% | 4 | 11% | 0 | |
| 24 | 46% | 2 | 9% | 0 | |
| 30 | 41% | 0 | 0% | 0 | |
| 27 | 37% | 0 | 0% | 0 | |
| 14 | 27% | 0 | 0% | 6 | |
| 16 | 22% | 3 | 8% | 0 | |
| 10 | 19% | 1 | 4% | 0 | |
| 12 | 16% | 0 | 0% | 0 | |
| 6 | 12% | 1 | 4% | 0 | |
| 4 | 8% | 1 | 4% | 0 | |
| 4 | 5% | 1 | 3% | 3 | |
| 1 | 2% | 0 | 0% | 0 |
Fantasy Points vs Expected
Expected points (xFP) are what a player's pass attempts, carries and targets are worth at the league's average rates; the difference is what the player made of them.
- Biggest overperformer+10.4Travis Kelce13.9 PTS vs 3.5 xFP
- Biggest underperformer−11.2Malik Willis11.0 PTS vs 22.2 xFP
- Highest expected volume22.2 xFPMalik Willis11.0 PTS scored
| Player | PTS | xFP | vs xFP | Snap% | Usage | Rte% | Pass att | Car | Car% | Tgt | Tgt% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malik WillisMIA · QB | 11.0 | 22.2 | −11.2 | 100% | 36 att | — | 36 | 9 | 29% | 0 | 0% |
| Malik WashingtonMIA · WR | 11.1 | 18.7 | −7.6 | 86% | 28% tgt | — | 0 | 2 | 6% | 10 | 28% |
| Rashee RiceKC · WR | 15.8 | 15.7 | +0.1 | 77% | 39% tgt | — | 0 | 0 | 0% | 9 | 39% |
| Ollie Gordon IIMIA · RB | 14.5 | 15.5 | −1.0 | 84% | 55% car | — | 0 | 17 | 55% | 3 | 8% |
| Kenneth Walker IIIKC · — | 21.3 | 14.3 | +7.0 | 73% | 72% car | — | 0 | 18 | 72% | 2 | 9% |
| Chris BellMIA · WR | 10.7 | 14.0 | −3.3 | 71% | 22% tgt | — | 0 | 0 | 0% | 8 | 22% |
| Greg DulcichMIA · TE | 10.5 | 12.2 | −1.7 | 70% | 19% tgt | — | 0 | 0 | 0% | 7 | 19% |
| Patrick MahomesKC · QB | 16.9 | 11.8 | +5.1 | 100% | 24 att | — | 24 | 1 | 4% | 0 | 0% |
| Kevin Coleman Jr.MIA · WR | 1.3 | 7.0 | −5.7 | 62% | 11% tgt | — | 0 | 0 | 0% | 4 | 11% |
| Noah GrayKC · TE | 6.9 | 5.2 | +1.7 | 63% | 13% tgt | — | 0 | 0 | 0% | 3 | 13% |
| Ryan MillerMIA · WR | 3.5 | 5.2 | −1.7 | 22% | 8% tgt | — | 0 | 0 | 0% | 3 | 8% |
| De'Von AchaneMIA · RB | 1.7 | 3.6 | −1.9 | 5% | 10% car | — | 0 | 3 | 10% | 1 | 3% |
| Emmett JohnsonKC · RB | 1.7 | 3.6 | −1.9 | 27% | 24% car | — | 0 | 6 | 24% | 0 | 0% |
| Travis KelceKC · TE | 13.9 | 3.5 | +10.4 | 79% | 9% tgt | — | 0 | 0 | 0% | 2 | 9% |
| Tyquan ThorntonKC · WR | 4.2 | 3.5 | +0.7 | 46% | 9% tgt | — | 0 | 0 | 0% | 2 | 9% |
| Xavier WorthyKC · WR | 4.0 | 3.5 | +0.5 | 83% | 9% tgt | — | 0 | 0 | 0% | 2 | 9% |
| Brashard SmithKC · RB | 1.4 | 1.7 | −0.3 | 8% | 4% tgt | — | 0 | 0 | 0% | 1 | 4% |
| Jake BriningstoolKC · TE | 0.0 | 1.7 | −1.7 | 12% | 4% tgt | — | 0 | 0 | 0% | 1 | 4% |
| Jalen RoyalsKC · WR | 2.1 | 1.7 | +0.4 | 19% | 4% tgt | — | 0 | 0 | 0% | 1 | 4% |
Team totals: Chiefs 23 targets and 25 carries; Dolphins 36 targets and 31 carries. Shares are from the box score. Snap counts are from the weekly player logs (Sleeper), and include plays wiped out by penalties. Route counts, air yards and red-zone touches appear when the tracking feed is connected. League-average rates from the 2026 season: 1.75 PPR points per target (68% catch rate), 0.60 per carry and 0.47 per pass attempt. They don't adjust for field position or target depth.
Fantasy Verdicts
Patrick Mahomes Ran hot
KC · QB · 16.9 pts on 11.8 expected
20 of 24 passing for 246 yards, 2 touchdowns, 1 interception; 1 carry for 1 yard.
Verdict: The opportunities were worth 11.8 points; the touchdowns supplied the rest, and they are the part least likely to repeat. Next up: Week 4 against the Raiders. Bet on the role more than the result.
Start/Sit: Patrick Mahomes →Malik Willis Unlucky
MIA · QB · 11.0 pts on 22.2 expected
20 of 36 passing for 210 yards, 1 interception; 9 carries for 56 yards.
Verdict: The role was there, worth 22.2 points at league-average rates; the production wasn't. Next up: Week 4 against the Vikings. Bet on the role more than the result.
Start/Sit: Malik Willis →Rashee Rice Strong role
KC · WR · 15.8 pts on 15.7 expected
9 targets (39% of the team's), 7 catches for 88 yards.
Verdict: The points matched the role, 15.7 expected. Next up: Week 4 against the Raiders. Bet on the role more than the result.
Trend: Season high in targets (9).
Kenneth Walker III Ran hot
KC · — · 21.3 pts on 14.3 expected
2 targets (9% of the team's), 2 catches for 3 yards and 1 touchdown; 18 carries (72% of the team's) for 70 yards and 1 touchdown.
Verdict: The opportunities were worth 14.3 points; the touchdowns supplied the rest, and they are the part least likely to repeat. Next up: Week 4 against the Raiders. Bet on the role more than the result.
Malik Washington Unlucky
MIA · WR · 11.1 pts on 18.7 expected
10 targets (28% of the team's), 5 catches for 56 yards; 2 carries (6% of the team's) for 5 yards.
Verdict: The role was there, worth 18.7 points at league-average rates; the production wasn't. Next up: Week 4 against the Vikings. Bet on the role more than the result.
Trend: Season high in targets (10).
Ollie Gordon II
MIA · RB · 14.5 pts on 15.5 expected
3 targets (8% of the team's), 3 catches for 14 yards; 17 carries (55% of the team's) for 41 yards and 1 touchdown.
Verdict: The points matched the role, 15.5 expected. Next up: Week 4 against the Vikings. Bet on the role more than the result.
Trend: Season high in carries (17).
Kevin Coleman Jr. Unlucky
MIA · WR · 1.3 pts on 7.0 expected
4 targets (11% of the team's), 1 catch for 3 yards.
Verdict: The role was there, worth 7.0 points at league-average rates; the production wasn't. Next up: Week 4 against the Vikings. Bet on the role more than the result.
Travis Kelce Ran hot
KC · TE · 13.9 pts on 3.5 expected
2 targets (9% of the team's), 2 catches for 59 yards and 1 touchdown.
Verdict: The opportunities were worth 3.5 points; the touchdowns supplied the rest, and they are the part least likely to repeat. Next up: Week 4 against the Raiders. Bet on the role more than the result.
Start/Sit: Travis Kelce →Stock Up, Stock Down
Kansas City Chiefs
- ▼Stock down: Tyquan Thornton played 46% of the snaps, down from a 63% season average.
Miami Dolphins
- ▲Stock up: Ollie Gordon II led the backfield with 84% of the snaps after trailing De'Von Achane before this game.
- ▲Stock up: Chris Bell played 71% of the snaps, up from a 46% season average.
- ▲Stock up: Kevin Coleman Jr. played 62% of the snaps, up from a 37% season average.
Fantasy Matchups
Fantasy points allowed per game by position, 2026 through Week 3.
| Points allowed to | Chiefs D | Dolphins D |
|---|---|---|
| QBs | 9.9 | 20.3 |
| RBs | 19.0 | 25.8 |
| WRs | 22.6 | 24.2 |
| TEs | 14.1 | 16.0 |
Regular season, summed from each game's box score and scored with this page's rules.
How the Game Swung
Miami opened at 23% win probability and fell below 2% in the fourth quarter.
Dolphins win probability
Key Swings
- −13Walker 10-yd TD run23% → 10%Q1 12:54
- +15Gordon 3-yd TD run11% → 25%Q1 3:27
- −16Mahomes → Walker, 5-yd TD27% → 11%Q2 12:58
- +7Patterson 37-yd FG10% → 17%Q3 10:10
- −9Butker 34-yd FG16% → 7%Q4 11:35
Swing in Dolphins win probability, in points
Play Calling and Possessions
| Kansas City Chiefs | Measure | Miami Dolphins |
|---|---|---|
| 49 | Plays | 67 |
| 49% | Pass rate | 54% |
| 10.3 | Yds / dropback | 5.8 |
| 3.5 | Yds / carry | 3.8 |
| 3/7 | Third downs | 8/16 |
Efficiency edge Kansas City ran 18 fewer plays but gained 4.5 more yards per dropback.
- Top targets
- KC Rice 39% · Gray 13% · Walker 9%
- MIA Washington 28% · Bell 22% · Dulcich 19%
Possession Results
| Result | KC | MIA |
|---|---|---|
| Touchdowns | 3 | 1 |
| Field goals | 1 | 1 |
| Punts | 1 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 1 | 2 |
| Turnovers on downs | 1 | 2 |
| Missed field goals | 1 | 0 |
KC turnover edge: +1
- The Chiefs opened the scoring on their first possession, a 4-play, 67-yard drive that ended in a touchdown.
- The Chiefs scored touchdowns on two of their first three drives.
All 18 possessions, drive by drive
| Team | Start | Plays | Yards | Time | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KC | Q1 15:00 | 4 | 67 | 2:06 | Touchdown |
| MIA | Q1 12:54 | 17 | 91 | 9:27 | Touchdown |
| KC | Q1 3:27 | 10 | 65 | 5:29 | Touchdown |
| MIA | Q2 12:58 | 6 | 17 | 3:36 | Downs |
| KC | Q2 9:22 | 6 | 39 | 3:12 | Downs |
| MIA | Q2 6:10 | 6 | 60 | 3:00 | Fumble |
| KC | Q2 3:10 | 3 | 24 | 1:20 | Interception |
| MIA | Q2 1:50 | 4 | 8 | 1:02 | Punt |
| KC | Q2 0:48 | 2 | 0 | 0:48 | End of half |
| MIA | Q3 15:00 | 9 | 56 | 4:50 | Field goal |
| KC | Q3 10:10 | 4 | 2 | 2:05 | Punt |
| MIA | Q3 8:05 | 10 | 38 | 4:54 | Punt |
| KC | Q3 3:11 | 13 | 80 | 6:36 | Field goal |
| MIA | Q4 11:35 | 10 | 32 | 5:39 | Downs |
| KC | Q4 5:56 | 5 | 47 | 3:01 | Touchdown |
| MIA | Q4 2:55 | 4 | 9 | 1:01 | Interception |
| KC | Q4 1:54 | 4 | 4 | 1:02 | Missed FG |
| MIA | Q4 0:52 | 2 | 13 | 0:52 | End of game |
About these numbers
Possessions that ended with the clock running out at the half or the end of the game aren't counted.
Personnel groupings, average depth of target and pass rate over expected appear when the tracking feed is connected.
Chiefs vs Dolphins Head-to-Head
The Chiefs and Dolphins first met in 1966 and have played 34 times since.
- All-time series
- 18–16Chiefs lead, 34 meetings since 1966
- Postseason
- 3–1Split 3–1
- Largest Chiefs win
- 48–31968
- Largest Dolphins win
- 42–01987
Since 2021
3–0 Chiefs lead
3 meetings since the 2021 season, regular season and playoffs.
- C
- C
- C
Oldest to newest. C = Chiefs win, D = Dolphins win, outlined = this game.
Recent Meetings
- 2026 Wk 3 Chiefs at Dolphins KC 24 MIA 10 KC W
- 2023 Wild Card Dolphins at Chiefs, 2023 Wild Card recap KC 26 MIA 7 KC W
- 2023 Wk 9 Dolphins vs Chiefs, 2023 Wk 9 recap KC 21 MIA 14 KC W
Season to Date (Through Week 3)
The 2026 regular season, from each game's box score.
| Chiefs | Stat | Dolphins |
|---|---|---|
| 3-0 | Record | 0-3 |
| 29.3 | Points per game | 12.0 |
| 416.3 | Yards per game | 290.7 |
| 6.4 | Yards per play | 5.0 |
| 16.7 | Points allowed per game | 28.7 |
| 278.0 | Yards allowed per game | 335.3 |
Chiefs vs Dolphins Odds and Results
How this game finished against the betting lines.
- Spread
- KC −10Chiefs covered by 4
- Total
- 45.5Under: 34 points scored (by 11.5)
Expected vs Actual Scoring
| Team | Implied | Actual | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chiefs | 27.8 | 24 | −3.8 |
| Dolphins | 17.8 | 10 | −7.8 |
Both offenses finished under the market's expectation, which matches the low fantasy output in the Fantasy tab.
Betting Trends
Each team's 2026 season through this game. Over/under is overs first.
Kansas City Chiefs
- Against the spread
- 2–1
- Over/under
- 1–2
- ATS as favorite
- 2–1
- ATS on the road
- 1–0
Miami Dolphins
- Against the spread
- 0–3
- Over/under
- 1–2
- ATS as underdog
- 0–3
- ATS at home
- 0–1
Lines: ESPN's consensus, captured at kickoff. Individual sportsbooks varied.
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Chiefs and Dolphins in Fantasy
The two teams don't meet again this season. If you roster a Chief or a Dolphin, these answer the week-to-week question.
- Start/Sit ToolShould your Chiefs or Dolphins player start this week? Compare the decision against your other options.
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Chiefs vs Dolphins Game FAQ
Who won the 2026 Chiefs vs Dolphins Week 3 game?
The Kansas City Chiefs beat the Miami Dolphins 24–10 in Week 3 of the 2026 season. The game was played at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, FL, on September 27, 2026. See the Chiefs' 2026 schedule.
What was the final score of Chiefs vs Dolphins?
The final score was Chiefs 24, Dolphins 10. The Chiefs led 14–7 at halftime, and the second half went Chiefs 10, Dolphins 3.
What happened in the Chiefs vs Dolphins game?
Kansas City led 14–7 at halftime and outscored Miami 10–3 after the break to win 24–10. The Chiefs finished with a narrow 334–329 edge in total offense and averaged 6.8 yards per play. Kenneth Walker led all players with 2 catches for 3 yards and a touchdown, plus 18 carries for 70 rushing yards and a touchdown. The Dolphins committed 2 turnovers, the Chiefs 1.
Who scored the most fantasy points in Chiefs vs Dolphins?
Kenneth Walker led the game with 21.3 PPR fantasy points, the RB7 of Week 3, on 2 catches for 3 yards and a touchdown, plus 18 carries for 70 rushing yards and a touchdown. Patrick Mahomes was next with 16.9 (QB20). See Kenneth Walker's 2026 game log.
Who led Chiefs vs Dolphins in passing, rushing and receiving?
Patrick Mahomes (KC) led all passers with 20 of 24 for 246 yards, 2 touchdowns and an interception. Kenneth Walker (KC) led in rushing with 18 carries for 70 yards and a touchdown. Rashee Rice (KC) led in receiving with 7 catches for 88 yards.
How many fantasy points did Kenneth Walker score against the Dolphins?
Kenneth Walker scored 21.3 points in PPR leagues, 20.3 in half-PPR and 19.3 in standard scoring against the Dolphins in Week 3 of the 2026 season, on 2 catches for 3 yards and a touchdown, plus 18 carries for 70 rushing yards and a touchdown.
Who outperformed and underperformed expected fantasy points in Chiefs vs Dolphins?
Travis Kelce outperformed his expected fantasy points the most, scoring 13.9 PPR points on 3.5 xFP (+10.4). Malik Willis fell furthest short, with 11.0 points on 22.2 xFP (−11.2). A gap either way reflects efficiency and touchdowns in one game; it is not a forecast. For matchups ahead, see fantasy points allowed by position.
How did the Chiefs beat the Dolphins?
The Chiefs beat the Dolphins 24–10 because they averaged 6.8 yards per play to 4.9, won the turnover battle 2–1, and outgained them 334–329.
Which team won the turnover battle in Chiefs vs Dolphins?
The Chiefs won the turnover battle 2–1: the Dolphins gave the ball away 2 times and the Chiefs 1 time. The Chiefs won the game.
What is the all-time Chiefs vs Dolphins record?
The Chiefs lead the all-time series 18–16 across 34 meetings since 1966, including a 1–3 record in the postseason.
When did the Chiefs and Dolphins last play before this game?
Before Week 3 of 2026, they last met in the 2023 playoffs on January 13, 2024, when the Chiefs beat the Dolphins 26–7.
Have the Chiefs and Dolphins met in the playoffs?
Yes, 4 times, most recently in the 2023 playoffs. The Chiefs are 1–3 against the Dolphins in the postseason.
What was the closing spread for Chiefs vs Dolphins?
The consensus closing spread at kickoff was Chiefs −10, making the Kansas City Chiefs 10-point favorites, with a closing total of 45.5. That implied about 27.8 points for the Chiefs and 17.8 for the Dolphins.
Did Chiefs vs Dolphins go over or under the total?
The game went under. The consensus closing total was 45.5, and the teams combined for 34 points, 11.5 under the number.
Who covered the spread in Chiefs vs Dolphins?
The Chiefs covered by 4 against the closing line of Chiefs −10. The final margin was 14 points.
