Even when the Kansas City Chiefs aren't officially defending Super Bowl champions, the National Football League is going to make sure they remain front and center anyway.
The Chiefs might have fallen to the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LIX in embarrassing fashion, but the chance for a historic three-peat and the sustained success of the league's premier franchise will keep Kansas City in the spotlight for every one of the league's broadcast partners in 2025 and beyond.
It's no surprise, then, to see the Chiefs already linked to prime positions on the 2025 NFL regular-season schedule as early leaks emerge before the major reveal on the evening of May 14.
Since the rumors will come flying quickly, it's important to have a clearinghouse for all the reports that will emerge in the days leading up to the schedule reveal. Here's everything we know about the Chiefs' schedule in 2025. (Keep this page bookmarked for the latest Chiefs schedule updates.)
It's already been disclosed that the Chiefs will be the visitors in São Paulo, Brazil in a season-opening (for them) game against the Los Angeles Chargers. The AFC West matchup will be the second official game of the season, following the Eagles versus the Dallas Cowboys on the Thursday night kickoff to the regular season on September 4.
For season-ticket holders at Arrowhead, the home slate is going to be a thrilling one in 2025. However, that makes life extremely tough for the Chiefs to maintain their level of regular-season success. Last year, they won 15 of 17 games, and one of those losses included rolling over for the Broncos in a meaningless Week 18.
That said, the Chiefs' point differential of +59 wasn't all that convincing for many analysts, and given the gauntlet of a much-improved AFC West in recent years, K.C. could have a harder time than they have in years to win the division. Add in scheduled home contests against the Ravens, Commanders, Lions, and Eagles for a brutal stretch for the team and a thrilling slate for football fans.
The Chiefs have an easier time away from Arrowhead, although the schedule is certainly not without its challenges. The AFC West will be tough either way, and the Buffalo Bills are always going to be must-watch viewing. That said, the Giants, Titans, and Jags are some gifts on the schedule to ease the burden of going toe-to-toe with every one of the top contenders for this year's Super Bowl.
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