The Wonder Years: The 1997 Chiefs Make History (Kind Of)

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Published: May 17, 2009

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... The Chiefs boasted one of the winningest records of any team in the '90s, but playoff success had not come. 

In 1997, the team battled to a 13-3 record and clinched home field advantage throughout the playoffs.  At first glance, this was the edge that had been missing from previous playoff appearances.   

Behold the power of the 12th man.  Fueled by a cornucopia of tailgate meats for which the city is notorious, the sea of red at Arrowhead stadium is recognized as one of the most disruptive forces to opponents in all of sports. 

Beware the attempt to audible or change the snap count, as fans are sure to disrupt your futile efforts. 

Confidence pulsed in the hearts of Chief fans as the red and gold rumbled to an undefeated home record leading up to the playoffs. 

However, with the Denver Broncos coming to play in the divisional round many actually considered the Chiefs underdogs.  The two teams split game...

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