Denver Broncos vs Kansas City Chiefs Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/25

The Denver Broncos will take on the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 17 of the 2025 NFL season. The game is set for Thursday, December 25, at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City. Fans can catch the game at 8:15 PM on AMZN, with weather conditions expected to be mild with broken clouds.
The Broncos come into this game with an impressive 12-3 record, led by head coach Sean Payton. They have been strong both at home and on the road. On the other hand, the Chiefs, under head coach Andy Reid, hold a 6-9 record. While the Chiefs have been better at home, they face a tough challenge against the Broncos, who are favored with a spread of -13.5.
Denver Broncos Team Preview
The Denver Broncos are coming off a loss against the Jacksonville Jaguars, 34-20. In that game, Bo Nix passed for 352 yards, one touchdown, and one interception. RJ Harvey led the ground attack with 50 rushing yards and a touchdown.
Bo Nix has been consistent this season with 3,608 passing yards and 24 touchdowns. Courtland Sutton is his main target, with 972 receiving yards and seven touchdowns. RJ Harvey also contributes in the passing game with 41 receptions for 318 yards.
On defense, the Broncos have been strong, ranking third in opponent scoring and first in sacks. However, they have a long injury list, which includes key players like Dre Greenlaw and J.K. Dobbins. The team will need to manage these injuries as they prepare for the upcoming game.
Broncos vs Chiefs Game Day Info
- Sport: NFL
- Teams: Denver Broncos vs. Kansas City Chiefs
- Venue: Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO USA
- Date: Thursday, December 25, 2025
- Betting Odds: Broncos Moneyline -1000, Chiefs Moneyline +654, Broncos Spread -13.5 (-108), Chiefs Spread +13.5 (-112), Total Over 36.5 (-110), Total Under 36.5 (-111)
Kansas City Chiefs Team Preview
The Kansas City Chiefs have had a tough stretch recently. They lost their last five games. In Week 16, they fell to the Tennessee Titans 26-9 at Nissan Stadium.
Injuries are a big concern for the Chiefs. Key players like Patrick Mahomes and Gardner Minshew are out for the season. Trent McDuffie and Jaylen Watson are listed as questionable for the upcoming game.
Offensively, the Chiefs are missing Mahomes, but Chris Oladokun has stepped in. Travis Kelce remains a top target with 803 receiving yards this season. The rushing attack is led by Kareem Hunt and Isiah Pacheco.
BTB Betting Pick
The Broncos are favored by 13.5 points against the Chiefs. Denver’s defense is strong, ranking third in opponent scoring. The Chiefs have a solid third down percentage, but Denver’s defense should keep the game within the spread. Take the Broncos -13.5.
The total for the game is set at 36.5 points. Denver’s defense is among the top in the league, while the Chiefs’ offense is mid-ranked. Both teams have strong defenses, so expect a low-scoring game. Go with the Under 36.5.