KANSAS CITY, MO – The NFL has officially announced a time adjustment for the Week 8 primetime showdown between the Kansas City Chiefs (4–3) and the Washington Commanders (3–4) at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. The modification comes after Arrowhead completed upgrades to its new turf system, prompting a minor scheduling shift to guarantee optimal field conditions for player safety.

Originally slated for kickoff at 8:15 p.m. ET, the league confirmed the matchup will now proceed under a modified schedule, with updated details expected to be released later today.

A Primetime Clash Under the Lights

This AFC–NFC duel features a surging Chiefs squad, led by Patrick Mahomes, looking to extend momentum at home, while the Commanders enter with urgency after dropping two straight and facing mounting injuries.

Broadcast Info

• TV: ABC

• Streaming: Fubo (available for in-market viewers)

• Location: GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium

• Tickets: Available via StubHub

Odds & Betting Breakdown (via BetMGM)

Injury Report

Washington Commanders

• QB Jayden Daniels – Hamstring (OUT)

• DE Dorance Armstrong – Knee (Season-ending)

Kansas City Chiefs

• No major injuries listed

• WR Rashee Rice – Active (recently returned from suspension)

Key Stats to Know

• Washington allows 28.4 points per game, more than the 26.6 points per game scored by Kansas City.

• The Commanders’ defense is giving up 385.2 total yards per game, 27.3 more than the Chiefs’ offensive average (357.9 YPG).

• Kansas City averages 6.1 yards per play, while Washington is allowing 5.8 yards per play.

• Chiefs’ defense is holding opponents to 4.9 yards per play, better than Washington’s 5.4.

Game Details (Updated)

More updates will be provided as soon as the NFL finalizes the adjusted kickoff time following turf evaluations at Arrowhead.

👉 Stay tuned for official scheduling updates and live coverage throughout Monday Night Football.

Continue Reading →