MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL: CHIEFS VS COMMANDERS – MARIOTA READY FOR CHALLENGE IN ARROWHEAD
Monday, October 28, 2025 | 8:15 PM ET | Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City | ESPN Veteran Backup Steps Up as Commanders Face Daunting Task Against Surging Chiefs Week 8 of the 2025 NFL season culminates with an evening clash at legendary Arrowhead Stadium, where the Kansas City Chiefs (4-3) host the Washington Commanders (3-4). With star rookie Jayden Daniels sidelined due to a hamstring injury, the Commanders must rely on veteran Marcus Mariota, who will make his third start of the season. DAVID VS GOLIATH MATCHUP The Chiefs are clear favorites: Bookmakers favor Kansas City by 11.5 points The Dimers model gives the Chiefs an 84% chance of winning after 10,000 simulations Kansas City has won 8 straight games against Washington with an average margin of 18.6 points The Chiefs have a 10-1 all-time record against Washington KEY STORYLINES OF THE GAME Chiefs Riding Momentum Wave The Kansas City Chiefs are hitting their stride at the perfect time in the season, looking more...