Patrick Mahomes threw three touchdown passes to lead the Kansas City Chiefs to a decisive 28-7 victory over the Washington Commanders on Monday Night Football, extending their winning streak to three games and improving to a 5-3 record. The Chiefs overcame a sluggish start with a dominant second-half performance at Arrowhead Stadium on October 27, 2025.
The game began with a turnover-filled first half that saw both teams struggle offensively. Mahomes was intercepted twice in the opening quarters, while Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota also threw a pick, resulting in a 7-7 tie at halftime. Kansas City’s first touchdown came on a one-yard run by Kareem Hunt, while Washington answered with an 11-yard touchdown reception by Terry McLaurin that was initially ruled incomplete but overturned on review.
After the break, the Chiefs’ offense found its rhythm, scoring 21 unanswered points. Mahomes connected with Hunt for his second touchdown of the night early in the third quarter, this time on a two-yard pass. The quarterback then found Travis Kelce for a pivotal 83rd career touchdown, tying the tight end with former running back Priest Holmes for the most touchdowns in Chiefs franchise history.
Kelce’s performance was a highlight, with six receptions for 99 yards, while Rashee Rice made a significant impact in his second game back from a six-game suspension. Rice caught all nine of his targets for 93 yards and added an 18-yard touchdown reception in the fourth quarter that put the game out of reach.
The Commanders, playing without injured starter Jayden Daniels, saw Mariota complete 21 of 30 passes for 213 yards but struggle with consistency against Kansas City’s defense. Washington’s offense sputtered in the second half, managing just one first down on their first three possessions after halftime as the Chiefs’ defense forced punts and turnovers.
Injuries compounded Washington’s challenges, with left tackle Laremy Tunsil exiting early due to a hamstring issue and McLaurin aggravating his quad injury late in the game. The Commanders also played without kicker Matt Gay, relying on fill-in Matthew Wright for extra points.
With the victory, Kansas City strengthened its position in the competitive AFC West, now tied with the Los Angeles Chargers at 5-3 and just one game behind the Denver Broncos. The Commanders fell to 3-5 with their third consecutive loss, facing uncertainty around Daniels’ return from his hamstring injury.
Looking ahead, both teams face crucial matchups next Sunday, with the Chiefs traveling to Buffalo for an AFC title game rematch and the Commanders hosting the Seattle Seahawks. The outcomes could significantly impact playoff positioning in their respective conferences.