With Mahomes inactive, the Chiefs turned to backup quarterback Carson Wentz, the ninth-year veteran in his first season with the team. Wentz got off to a dreadful start as the Broncos took a 21-0 lead into the half. He completed 6-of-9 passes for just 53 yards.

The Kansas City Chiefs will rest quarterback Patrick Mahomes and other starters in Sunday's regular-season finale against the host Denver Broncos. The Chiefs (15-1) have locked up the No. 1

With Patrick Mahomes resting, Wentz will make his first start as a Chief, an audition for teams seeking a veteran QB option this offseason.