Kansas City Chiefs Maintain Unbeaten Streak with a Decisive Win over Las Vegas Raiders

On Sunday, it wasn’t a flawless performance from Patrick Mahomes, but the Chiefs’ defense stepped up when it mattered most. The Kansas City Chiefs held off the Raiders, keeping them scoreless from a first-and-goal position at the 3-yard line. This critical play shifted the game’s momentum and helped the Chiefs to continue their reign in Las Vegas with a 27-20 win, preserving their undefeated status.

Chiefs Defense Holds Strong Against Raiders

Late in the third quarter, with a fragile 17-13 lead, the Chiefs’ defense had a tall order to fill. “It would have been easy to let the Raiders score, as the onus wasn’t on them,” admitted Mahomes, “but our defense held firm, making a crucial stop. This allowed us to ride the momentum to victory.” The Chiefs (7-0) have now extended their winning streak to 13 games, including playoffs.

Chiefs Continue Dominance Over Raiders

With a 5-0 record against the Raiders at Allegiant Stadium and an impressive 6-0, counting the Super Bowl in February, the Chiefs seem to have found a second home in Las Vegas. The Raiders (2-6), on the other hand, have suffered four straight losses, even though this was the first time they managed to score at least 20 points since their 20-16 triumph over Cleveland on September 29.

Mahomes Shines with Sensational Performance

Mahomes threw for 262 yards and secured two touchdowns, becoming the fastest quarterback in NFL history to reach the 30,000-yard milestone, achieving this feat in his 103rd game; a record previously held by Matthew Stafford at 109 games. He frequently targeted Travis Kelce, who caught 10 passes for 90 yards, both season highs. Kelce also scored a touchdown, his 75th, surpassing Jason Witten for fifth on the NFL tight end list and inching closer to breaking Tony Gonzalez’s team record.

Raiders Struggle to Find Footing Against Chiefs

Despite Gardner Minshew’s commendable performance completing 24 of 30 passes for 209 yards and two touchdowns for Las Vegas, the Chiefs’ defense sacked him five times. The lack of a solid running game also hindered the Raiders, who only managed 33 yards, averaging 1.6 per carry. The Chiefs, boasting the NFL’s fourth-best run defense, were well-prepared for this challenge.

Chiefs’ Stronghold Defense Proves Decisive

The Raiders had their fair share of opportunities to turn the game around, but failed to capitalize on them. One such instance came at the end of the first half with the ball and 1:57 remaining. However, after two running plays and an incomplete pass on third down, the Chiefs recovered the ball and delivered a 42-yard field goal, extending their lead to 17-10.

Chiefs Forge Ahead Despite Raiders’ Efforts

The game’s climax came in the third quarter when the Chiefs defense stopped the Raiders at their 3-yard line. Despite the advantageous position, the Raiders couldn’t capitalize, and the Chiefs then embarked on an 87-yard drive, culminating in a 24-yard field goal for a seven-point advantage. A strip sack of Minshew set up the final Chiefs’ touchdown, sealing their victory.

Injury Updates and What’s Next

As for injuries, Chiefs saw Nazeeh Johnson (concussion) and Jody Fortson (knee) sidelined. On the Raiders’ end, Andre James (ankle) was injured in the second half.

Looking ahead, the Chiefs will host Tampa Bay on Monday, November 4. Meanwhile, the Raiders will face Cincinnati on Sunday.