Biggest Comeback Wins in Kansas City Chiefs History
Stacker compiled a ranking of the greatest comeback victories in Kansas City Chiefs history. Comeback wins stand out as some of the most exciting moments in sports — watching a large deficit slowly disappear as momentum shifts, transforming a near-certain loss into a memorable triumph. The Chiefs have long proven that no lead is safe until the final whistle blows.
Using data from Pro-Football-Reference.com, the list ranks games by the largest point deficit overcome by the eventual winner. In case of ties, the more recent game was placed higher.
Top 10 Comeback Victories
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Kansas City Chiefs @ San Diego Chargers
Date: Nov 2, 1986
Final Score: 24–23
Largest Deficit: 16 points
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Kansas City Chiefs @ Oakland Raiders
Date: Oct 25, 1981
Final Score: 28–17
Largest Deficit: 17 points
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Kansas City Chiefs vs San Diego Chargers
Date: Dec 19, 1993
Final Score: 28–24
Largest Deficit: 17 points
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Kansas City Chiefs @ Green Bay Packers
Date: Oct 12, 2003
Final Score: 40–34
Largest Deficit: 17 points
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Kansas City Chiefs @ Indianapolis Colts
Date: Oct 9, 2011
Final Score: 28–24
Largest Deficit: 17 points
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Kansas City Chiefs @ Carolina Panthers
Date: Nov 13, 2016
Final Score: 20–17
Largest Deficit: 17 points
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Kansas City Chiefs vs Las Vegas Raiders
Date: Oct 10, 2022
Final Score: 30–29
Largest Deficit: 17 points
“The Chiefs have delivered dramatic turnaround victories, reminding fans that no game is truly over until the final whistle.”
Author’s summary: The Kansas City Chiefs’ greatest comeback wins highlight the team’s resilience, proving that determination and momentum can overturn any lead.