There's a reason why no other NFL dynasty accomplished a three-peat. Time and an increase of parity around the league may be too much for this year's Chiefs.

Patrick Mahomes had a solid day, throwing for 306 yards and a touchdown, while DeAndre Hopkins had four catches for 90 yards. Meanwhile, it was all Brock Bowers for the Raiders, as the rookie tight end hauled in 10 catches for 140 yards and a touchdown.

Kansas City's historic run of success in close games dates all the way back to its 25-17 win over the Bengals on December 31, 2023. Coincidentally, the Chiefs' last loss in a one-score game came against the opponent it beat on Friday, the Raiders. On Christmas Day of last season, Reid's group fell 20-14 to Las Vegas.