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Although the Chiefs' victory against the Buccaneers in 30-24 overtime "Monday Night Football" was far from flawless, DeAndre Hopkins' performance under the lights may have raised their ceiling even more.

Hopkins made a modest debut a few days after joining the Chiefs from the Titans, but he quickly found his rhythm and scored his first two touchdowns in a Chiefs shirt to help Kansas City win their eighth game of the year.

Since last season, the Chiefs have won 14 straight games, including postseason games. Given that Kansas City needed every score to win, it's reasonable to question if that run would still be going if the former All-Pro hadn't been traded.

Hopkins posted 86 yards and two touchdowns on eight catches in Monday's overtime win over the Buccaneers, and the Chiefs needed every bit of it.

Hopkins made a huge 15-yard grab that moved the offense farther into Tampa Bay territory as the Chiefs marched down the field for the game-winning score in overtime.

It could be difficult for any AFC club to defeat the Chiefs as they aim for another Super Bowl trip if he and Patrick Mahomes continue to have such a close bond. That would make the 32-year-old's move to Kansas City worthwhile.