The Kansas City Chiefs dismantled the Las Vegas Raiders 31-0 on Sunday, October 19, 2025, at Arrowhead Stadium, delivering a masterclass in dominance that silenced rivals and ignited fan frenzy. Patrick Mahomes orchestrated the rout, completing 26-of-35 passes for 290 yards and three touchdowns.
The shutout marked the Chiefs’ most lopsided victory over the Raiders in 133 meetings, exposing Las Vegas’s defensive woes early as Maxx Crosby limped off with a knee injury. Kansas City’s offense scored on its first five drives, amassing 434 total yards.
A pivotal second-quarter moment shifted the momentum irreparably. Facing fourth-and-1 at their own 40-yard line, the Chiefs opted for audacity over caution, turning a routine hard count into a psychological gambit.
“This fing never fing works, man,” Mahomes barked into his headset, feigning fury at the play call while glaring toward the sideline, his frustration broadcast on hot mics to the nation.
The ruse worked flawlessly. Raiders defenders relaxed, anticipating a timeout or punt, only for Mahomes to snap the ball with nine seconds left on the play clock and hand off to Kareem Hunt for a three-yard gain.
The conversion sparked a touchdown drive capped by Isiah Pacheco’s score, extending the lead to 14-0. Mahomes’ high-IQ deception not only fooled Las Vegas but also left CBS broadcasters Tony Romo and Jim Nantz chuckling in disbelief.
Postgame, Andy Reid praised the creativity, noting the team’s fun-loving spirit amid a grueling schedule marred by injuries. Mahomes deflected, crediting his line’s protection for enabling such improvisational brilliance.
As the Chiefs solidify their AFC West stranglehold at 6-1, this prank underscored their psychological edge—a reminder that in the NFL’s theater of war, genius often hides behind a well-timed curse.
