While there wasn't much drama in the game, there were plenty of fireworks right after. Managers' victory with a score of 30-17 over Lions on Sunday evening.
When the game came to an end Patrick Mahomes tried to shake hands Brian Branchwho knocked down a Chiefs defender. Branch's actions have angered executives around the world. JuJu Smith-Schusterwho was punched in the face by Branch as he collided with Lions defenders.
This started a fight between the two teams.
“I love Brian Branch, but what he did is unforgivable and it will not be accepted here,” Lions coach Dan Campbell said from the stands after the game. “That's not what we do. This is not what we do. I apologize to the coach.” [Andy] Reed and the Chiefs.”
Reed said Smith-Schuster's nose suffered “pretty significant damage” but no further details were provided. “Guys, you saw this. The guy walked up and punched JuJu for seemingly no reason.”
Mahomes didn't hold back when asked about what happened immediately after the game.
“We play the game between the whistles,” Mahomes told NBC Sports. “They can do all the extracurricular activities between whistles. I think we played a great game today. And we will continue to move forward.”
Rest assured, Sunday's brawl will have consequences, especially for Branch, who has already been fined three times this year after receiving seven league-issued fines in 2024, according to an NBC Sports broadcast.
As for the game, the Chiefs certainly took the fight to the Lions 4-2, whose four-game winning streak came to an end in Kansas City.
Sunday night was especially important for Mahomes, who became Fastest quarterback in NFL history to reach 300 career passes. including the postseason. Mahomes threw three touchdowns as the Chiefs improved to 3-3 on the season.