As Week 7 of the NFL 2025 season ignites the AFC West rivalry, the Kansas City Chiefs (3-3) vs. Las Vegas Raiders (2-4) matchup has fans on edge. This pivotal divisional clash promises intensity and drama from the opening whistle.
Scheduled for Sunday, October 19 at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri, the showdown was originally set for noon CT. Fans across the country are planning their viewing and tailgate plans in anticipation.
Patrick Mahomes’ Chiefs enter fresh off a 3-3 tiebreaker win over the Detroit Lions, with Mahomes throwing his 302nd career touchdown pass. Meanwhile, the Raiders, averaging 17.2 offensive PPG and allowing 24.8 defensive PPG, are under new head coach Pete Carroll seeking a bounce-back upset.
A minor tweak has been confirmed: Due to scheduling conflicts with the Sunday Streets “Phoenix Day” event, kickoff has been shifted 7 minutes from the original 12:00 PM CT. The new start time is 12:07 PM CT (10:07 AM PT / 1:07 AM October 20 Vietnam time).
The “Phoenix Day” festival – a free community event in San Francisco’s Tenderloin from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM PT – may have influenced Raiders’ travel or CBS broadcast logistics. NFL 2025 rules allow such small flexes to accommodate local events.
Despite the slight delay, Arrowhead Stadium’s roar will be deafening. The Chiefs (-10.5 spread) aim to reclaim divisional glory, while the Raiders hunger for a road win (1-2 record). The matchup carries both playoff implications and fierce pride.
Fans are encouraged to cheer loudly at the stadium or from home. Weather forecast predicts 70°F, light winds, and a low chance of rain – perfect conditions for high-energy football and community spirit.
Tickets start from $120 on Ticketmaster, with live coverage on CBS, Paramount+, NFL+, or Fubo. Stay tuned for final updates via Chiefs.com, Raiders.com, or the NFL app. Get ready – Chiefs never back down, rain or shine! #ChiefsKingdom #RaiderNation
