GAME UPDATE: Chiefs vs. Commanders – How to Watch, Listen, and Stream Week 8 NFL Game
The Kansas City Chiefs welcome the Washington Commanders to the deafening roar of GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium for a marquee Week 8 Monday Night Football clash on ESPN/ABC. It’s a lopsided interconference affair rich with one-sided history — the latest in a series where Kansas City holds a commanding 10-1 all-time edge, including an eight-game win streak capped by a dominant 31-13 road thrashing in their last meeting on October 17, 2021 — pitting the league’s premier signal-caller Patrick Mahomes against Marcus Mariota in a matchup loaded with AFC playoff positioning stakes.
Both squads roll in as wildcard hopefuls with diverging trajectories. The Chiefs, guided by head coach Andy Reid, chase a third straight victory to solidify their perch in the AFC West after a resounding 31-0 shutout of the Raiders, while the Commanders, under Dan Quinn, battle to snap a two-game skid and reclaim NFC East momentum following a 44-22 drubbing by the Cowboys — all without star rookie QB Jayden Daniels (hamstring).
📺 WATCH / STREAM National Broadcast:
TV Channel: ESPN / ABC
Kickoff: Monday, October 27 — 8:15 p.m. ET / 7:15 p.m. CT Pregame Show: Monday Night Countdown begins at 6:00 p.m. ET on ESPN
Postgame Coverage: Immediately following the final whistle
Streaming Options:
ESPN+ / Disney+ – Exclusive Monday Night Football live stream ESPN.com – Watch with TV provider login
FuboTV / YouTube TV / Hulu + Live TV – ESPN/ABC broadcast available nationwide
NFL+ (Mobile Only) – Live local & primetime games, full replays, and highlights Broadcast Team (ESPN/ABC):
Play-by-Play: Joe Buck
Color Analyst: Troy Aikman
Sideline Reporter: Lisa Salters
🏟 GAME INFO Matchup: Washington Commanders (3–4) at Kansas City Chiefs (4–3)
Venue: GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium – Kansas City, Missouri
Kickoff Time: 8:15 p.m. ET / 7:15 p.m. CT
This tilt contrasts Kansas City’s elite defense (third in scoring at 16.0 points allowed per game over the last three) against Washington’s explosive run game (second in rushing at 148.9 yards per game), with rabid fanbases fueling the primetime vibe and Arrowhead’s noise amplifying the drama. Anticipate Mahomes dissecting the NFL’s worst pass defense (8.3 yards per attempt allowed), a test for Mariota’s mobility, and interconference fireworks under the lights in late October.
🎧 LISTEN Chiefs Radio Network
Live Game Coverage: 7:15 p.m. CT
Pregame: 4:00 p.m. CT
Postgame: Immediately after the final whistle
Kansas City Stations: 106.5 The Wolf FM – Flagship home of Chiefs broadcasts 610 Sports Radio (KCSP-AM) – Extended coverage & interviews
Washington Stations: 106.7 The Fan (WJFK-FM) – Official Commanders Radio Network
Streaming Audio:
Chiefs.com
Chiefs Mobile App
Chiefs Radio Network Live Stream (Geo-restrictions may apply)
SiriusXM:
Chiefs Feed: Channel 225
Commanders Feed: Channel 380
📰 POSTGAME COVERAGE After the game, tune in for live press conferences featuring Andy Reid, Patrick Mahomes, and team captains — streaming on:
Chiefs.com
Chiefs Mobile App
Official Chiefs YouTube Channel
Fans can also watch full highlights and analysis on ESPN, NFL Network, and Chiefs social channels shortly after the final whistle.
💰 BETTING SNAPSHOT (via BetMGM)
| Category | Chiefs | Commanders |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -11.5 (-110) | +11.5 (-110) |
| Moneyline | -758 | +519 |
| Over/Under | 48.5 points (Over -110 / Under -110) |
The Chiefs enter as an 11.5-point home favorite, powered by their resurgent offense (29.7 points per game over the last three) and stingy defense, but Washington’s red-zone efficiency (second in scoring) and road MNF success (3-0 in last three) could keep it closer — a outcome with ripple effects for both conferences’ wildcard chases.
⚙️ KEY STORYLINES Can Patrick Mahomes exploit Washington’s league-worst pass defense (last in yards per attempt allowed) with a full-strength arsenal including Rashee Rice’s return?
Will Marcus Mariota channel his 426 relief yards and dual-threat legs (94 rushing yards, 1 TD) to sustain drives against KC’s third-ranked scoring D?
With Terry McLaurin and Deebo Samuel reuniting for the first time since Week 3, can Washington’s revamped WR corps finally unlock consistent passing vs. the Chiefs’ pressure (41.5% rate with Chris Jones)?
🏈 SUMMARY It’s Monday Night Football at its most electric — the AFC frontrunners unleashing offensive firepower and defensive dominance under Arrowhead’s lights against an NFC upstart fighting through injuries and adversity. Prepare for big-arm duels, scramble chaos, and wildcard-defining intensity as Patrick Mahomes and Marcus Mariota trade strikes in a national spotlight thriller. Kickoff: 8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN/ABC and ESPN+ — don’t miss it.
