This successful run earned The Chiefs a wild card playoff berth, although their postseason journey was cut short by a New York Jets 35–15.
His offense displayed plenty of scoring punch, while the club's defense and special teams became increasingly effective.
[1] With the team sitting at 3–3, Bill Kenney replaced Todd Blackledge for the second half of the season in a game against San Diego,[1] guiding the club to a 42–41 victory.
Poised with a 7–3 record after 10 games, three straight losses in November put the Chiefs playoff chances in jeopardy.
Two December wins gave Kansas City a 9–6 mark, putting the Chiefs on the verge of their first postseason berth in 15 years.
Rather than attempt a long field goal, Ryan faked a handoff and rushed for a 24 yard gain.
In the second period, Ryan completed two touchdown pass: a 1-yarder to McNeil and an 11-yarder to wide receiver Al Toon.
Ryan later clinched the victory in the fourth period with a 6-yard touchdown pass to tight end Billy Griggs.
The Chiefs' only scores in the second half was a blocked punt recovery in the end zone, and an intentional safety by the Jets.