| Philadelphia (1-0) at Kansas City (0-1) |
| Game Details: Sunday, Sept 14 – 4:25 pm EST – Arrowhead Stadium |
| Where to Watch: Fox |
The Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs will renew their fierce rivalry this Sunday at Arrowhead Stadium, and the stakes are high for both franchises. This isn’t just another regular-season matchup: it’s a clash between two championship-caliber teams desperate to prove themselves early in the 2025 campaign.
What makes this Week 2 showdown so compelling is the narrative surrounding both squads. Philadelphia enters with supreme confidence after their dominant Super Bowl LIX victory over Kansas City, capturing their second Lombardi Trophy with an impressive 40-22 triumph. The Eagles have owned this matchup recently, winning their last two meetings against the Chiefs and establishing themselves as Kansas City’s kryptonite when it matters most.
Betting Odds
| Team | Spread | Total | Money Line |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia | -1.5 (-102) | Over 46.5 | -110 |
| Kansas City | +1.5 (-120) | Under 46.5 | -106 |
** Odds Courtesy of FanDuel**
Tale of The Tape
| Philadelphia | Team Stats | Kansas City |
|---|---|---|
| 24 | Points Per Game | 21 |
| 144 | Passing Yards Per Game | 249 |
| 158 | Rushing Yards Per Game | 98 |
| 302 | Total Yards Per Game | 347 |
| 20 | Points Per Game Allowed | 27 |
| 1 | Fumbles Recovered | 0 |
| 0 | INTs | 0 |
| +1 | TO Ratio | 0 |
| 307 | Total Yards Allowed per game | 394 |
Key Details
Philadelphia
The Eagles arrive in Kansas City carrying the weight of championship expectations and the burning desire to prove their Super Bowl victory wasn’t a fluke. Jalen Hurts looked masterful in Philadelphia’s season opener, displaying the dual-threat ability that makes him so dangerous in big moments. His connection with star running back Saquon Barkley has already developed into something special: Barkley’s fresh legs and elite vision behind Philadelphia’s offensive line create nightmares for opposing defenses.
What’s particularly exciting about this Eagles offense is how they’ve maintained their explosive potential despite losing key pieces to free agency. The chemistry between Hurts and his receiving corps continues to evolve, and their ability to control games through both air and ground attacks makes them incredibly difficult to game plan against. Philadelphia’s defense, while facing questions after personnel losses, still possesses the playmakers capable of creating game-changing moments against high-powered offenses.
Kansas City
The Chiefs find themselves in an unfamiliar position—facing genuine adversity after their shocking Week 1 loss to Los Angeles. Patrick Mahomes and Andy Reid have built their legacy on clutch performances and championship moments, but their 15-2 regular season from 2024 feels like ancient history after that disappointing opener in Brazil.
Mahomes showed flashes of his trademark brilliance against the Chargers, completing 24 of 39 passes for 258 yards while adding 57 rushing yards. However, Kansas City’s discipline issues proved costly: 10 penalties for 71 yards and a missed extra point that haunted them throughout the game. The loss of Xavier Worthy to a dislocated shoulder after just three plays, combined with Rashee Rice’s six-game suspension, has left their receiving corps dangerously thin. Reid’s offensive creativity will be tested like never before as he attempts to manufacture explosive plays with a depleted skill position group.
Prediction
Last week, the Kansas City Chiefs were on their way to another comeback until the Chargers iced the game with a long drive. The storyline easily could have been about them winning a game they should not have won. This was their storyline countless times last year. In another close game, the Chiefs will win this time, as the home-field advantage is just enough to make it happen.
