Chiefs Prepare for Monday Night Matchup Against Commanders

Kansas City, MO — The Kansas City Chiefs are gearing up for a Monday night showdown against the Washington Commanders, with both teams facing crucial challenges. Commanders kicker Matt Gay is questionable due to a back injury, missing practice on Saturday, and without a backup on the roster, fantasy players should prepare accordingly.

During last week’s game, Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes connected with Xavier Worthy for a key 12-yard first down, which also drew a defensive holding penalty. Following the play, Worthy celebrated, leading to an $11,593 fine for taunting, despite no penalty being called during the game. The Chiefs capitalized on the momentum, with running back Isiah Pacheco scoring a touchdown to extend the lead to 28-0.

The Chiefs’ defense is steeling itself for the Commanders’ potent running game, currently ranked first in the NFL at 5.4 yards per carry. Head coach Dan Quinn highlighted how returning wide receivers Terry McLaurin and Deebo Samuel Sr. will affect the game. ‘They add a lot. They have different styles, but both can make big plays,’ Quinn noted.

Defensive linebacker Nick Bolton emphasized the need to stop Washington’s ground game early, stating, ‘We need to stop the run early to get them in favorable downs for us.’ With two of the Commanders’ top playmakers back on the field, the Chiefs must strategize to mitigate their impact.

The matchup comes after the Chiefs achieved a historic 31-0 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders, marking head coach Andy Reid‘s first shutout in 427 regular-season games. Mahomes shone in that game, notably becoming the first quarterback since 2000 to pass for over 200 yards with three touchdowns within his first three drives.

As the Chiefs prepare for what could be a challenging game against the Commanders, both teams aim to solidify their seasons with a crucial win. The kickoff is set for 8:15 PM ET.