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While the Seahawks will have most of their "Dark Side" defense available on Sunday night to try and stop Ken Walker III, quarterback depth behind Sam Darnold will look much different than usual.
Eight months after earning Super Bowl LX MVP honors with Seattle, running back Kenneth Walker III debuts for the Kansas City Chiefs at Lumen Field. Walker’s three‑year, $45 million deal (including $28.7 million guaranteed) fuels Kansas City’s 5‑0 start, as he tops the league with 665 rushing yards and eight touchdowns, earning early MVP talk. Seattle, which declined to extend his contract and shifted cap space to defense and the line, sits 3‑3 and ranks near the bottom in rushing EPA. The move underscores Seattle’s valuation of the position and Kansas City’s push for a dominant ground game alongside Patrick Mahomes.
Reeling with losses in three of their past four games, the Seahawks face another difficult test to get untracked as the undefeated Chiefs come to town. What must Seattle do to pull off the upset and gain ground in the NFC West?
A potential reunion between free‑agent WR Tyreek Hill and the Kansas City Chiefs has stalled. After injuries to Rashee Rice and Tyquan Thornton sparked interest, Hill’s lingering knee recovery—multiple ligament tears, two surgeries, and no independent physical—has left teams uneasy. Chiefs GM Brett Veach and coach Andy Reid, citing Patrick Mahomes’ strong start and the risks of signing a player who may lack his trademark speed, say nothing is happening. Hill remains on the market while Kansas City relies on its existing receiving corps.
The undefeated Kansas City Chiefs host the defending champion Seattle Seahawks on Sunday, Oct. 25 at 8:20 PM ET on NBC, also streaming free via Fubo. Kansas City, now 5‑0, relies on Patrick Mahomes, a healthy Travis Kelce and new back Kenneth Walker III (6.3 yds/carry) but misses Rashee Rice and tackle Jaylon Moore. Seattle, split 3‑3, boasts a top‑5 pass‑defense with seven interceptions but struggles offensively, highlighted by Sam Darnold’s seven picks and the loss of Zach Charbonnet. The article outlines how to watch the game live through Fubo’s free trial and notes broader streaming options for the season.
On Sunday Night Football, the Seattle Seahawks host the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 7. Sam Darnold is slated to start for Seattle, with Drew Lock (questionable with a right elbow injury) as his backup and Jalen Milroe third. Kansas City relies on Patrick Mahomes, who practiced fully despite a knee issue, while veteran Justin Fields serves as the primary backup and Garrett Nussmeier is third on the depth chart. Both squads face injury concerns, making the quarterback hierarchy a key storyline before the primetime clash at Lumen Field.
Sunday Night Football pits the unbeaten Kansas City Chiefs against defending champion Seattle Seahawks in Week 7. The marquee storyline centers on former Seahawks star RB Kenneth Walker III, who left after a Super Bowl MVP season and is now thriving with the Chiefs, out‑gaining all Seattle backs combined despite playing one fewer game. Seattle’s running game stays shaky—Zach Charbonnet is activated from the PUP list but will sit out, leaving Emmanuel Wilson, George Holani and Velus Jones Jr. on the depth chart. Chiefs RB depth lists Walker III, Emmett Johnson and Jaydn Ott, while the Seahawks grapple with a depleted backfield.
The Kansas City Chiefs will play Sunday Night Football without wideout Rashee Rice, who is sidelined by knee and hamstring injuries suffered against the Las Vegas Raiders on Oct. 4. Missing his second straight game after the bye week, Rice’s return date is uncertain. Coach Andy Reid leans on Xavier Worthy—who logged seven catches for 73 yards versus the Chargers—as the primary replacement, with Justin Watson and rookie Andrew Armstrong also in the mix. Tight end Travis Kelce remains a key target if his ankle holds up, leaving Mahomes to adjust his passing attack against Seattle.
The Chiefs have looked like the NFL's best team through five games, but a road trip to Seattle presents a challenge unlike anything they've faced so far.
Fans wonder if Taylor Swift will join the Kansas City Chiefs at Seattle’s Lumen Field for Sunday Night Football in Week 7, but her attendance remains unconfirmed. She’s typically seen at home games and was last spotted supporting husband Travis Kelce at the October 18 matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers, seated with singer Este Haim and star Caitlin Clark. Meanwhile, Kelce is expected to play despite an ankle injury, having recorded four catches for 53 yards against the Chargers, while wideout Rashee Rice sits out with a hamstring/knee issue. The article notes Swift’s likely absence and Kelce’s tentative status.
After a 22-6 win over the Los Angeles Chargers that pushed Kansas City to 5-0, tight end Travis Kelce limped off with an ankle injury from a low hit by Chargers tackle Justin Eboigbe. Kelce returned to finish with four catches for 53 yards, while the NFL’s weekly accountability list omitted Eboigbe, effectively ruling the hit didn’t meet the hip‑drop standard that carries a $17,911 fine. The decision sparks debate, but the Chiefs are relieved Kelce is available for next week’s showdown with defending champion Seattle Seahawks (3-3).
Kansas City Chiefs rookie running back Kenneth Walker III, fresh off a three‑year, $43.05 million deal, leads the NFL with 665 rushing yards and six touchdowns in a 5‑0 Chiefs start. Facing his former team, the Seattle Seahawks, Walker downplays the storyline, focusing on game prep and lessons from offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy. teammate Patrick Mahmas calls the matchup “special” but stresses winning. The Seahawks sit 3‑3, setting up a compelling Sunday night showdown at Lumen Field.
Chiefs left tackle Josh Simmons is placed on injured reserve after a heated back‑room clash with head coach Andy Reid and quarterback Patrick Mahomes. During a Week 7 offensive meeting, Simmons, nursing a bulging lumbar disc, refused to lower his feet as instructed, prompting Reid and Mahomes to send him out for treatment. He missed practice, was listed with a "back/not injury related‑personal" reason, and was officially moved to IR on October 25, 2026. The incident, first reported by ESPN’s Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo, underscores a tumultuous start to Simmons' career—only eight games played since being drafted 32nd overall in 2025—and highlights his ongoing rehab challenges.
Sunday Night Football pits two NFL offensive powerhouses against each other: Chiefs running back Kenneth Walker III, the reigning Super Bowl MVP, and Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith‑Njigba, the current Offensive Player of the Year leader. Walker leads the league with 665 rushing yards and six TDs in five games, while Smith‑Njigba tops the NFL in receiving yards (717) and touchdowns (7). Both are on pace to break single‑season records and could be MVP contenders if they maintain their pace. Their matchup tests a Chiefs defense that’s 4th‑best against the run and a Seahawks unit that’s #1 in DVOA against top WRs, setting up a potential clash of the season’s biggest playmakers.
The Kansas City Chiefs have won their first five games of the 2026 season, but rookie left tackle Josh Simmons remains sidelined. Drafted in the first round in 2025, Simmons has battled a bulging herniated disc and was placed on injured reserve on Oct. 22 after a heated exchange in an offensive meeting on Oct. 21. Coach Andy Reid told him to put his feet on the floor due to back pain, and quarterback Patrick Mahworks ordered him out, leading to Simmons leaving the room and later apologizing. He missed practice that day for a “back/personal” reason, and his return date is unknown.
The Phinsider’s live thread for Oct. 25, 2026 covers Week 7’s late‑afternoon NFL matchups and Sunday Night Football, with a focus on the Miami Dolphins discussion. Key games include the Broncos (4‑2) vs. Cardinals at State Farm Stadium (Broncos -4.5, O/U 43.5), Packers vs. Lions in Detroit (Lions -3.5, O/U 54.5), Rams vs. Raiders at Allegiant Stadium (Rams -3.5, O/U 48.5), and the SNF clash of Chiefs (5‑0) at Seattle against the Seahawks (3‑3) (Seahawks -3, O/U 42.5). A 2017 photo shows Mike Davis scoring a 26‑13 win over Kansas City. The thread reminds users of SBNation’s anti‑piracy policy.
Chiefs left tackle Josh Simmons is placed on injured reserve after a heated exchange with head coach Andy Reid during a team meeting. Simmons, nursing hip and back pain from a bulging, herniated disk, was asked to put his feet down; the situation escalated until quarterback Patrick Mahomes intervened and told him to leave for treatment. Simmons later apologized, and Chiefs VP of sports medicine Rick Burkholder confirmed the IR move, noting recovery has plateaued and surgery isn’t being considered. The 23‑year‑old, a 2025 first‑round pick with a four‑year, $14.7M contract, started eight games at left tackle last season.
The Kansas City Chiefs remain unbeaten heading into Week 7, but a new off‑field issue surfaces. Rookie left tackle Josh Simmons, the 32nd overall pick who started all eight games last season, is now on injured reserve with a bulging disc, sidelining him for at least four weeks. Coach Andy Reid and quarterback Patrick Mahomes asked Simmons to leave a team meeting earlier this week, and he later apologized. The incident, reported by Ian Rapoport, coincided with his IR placement, hinting at deeper concerns beyond his injury.
Buffalo fans enjoy a bye week while the NFL rolls on in Week 7. The Chicago Bears upset the New England Patriots 30-24, dropping the Patriots to 4-3 and keeping Buffalo 1.5 games ahead in the AFC East. In the NFL International Series, the Pittsburgh Steelers beat the New Orleans Saints 16-10 in Saint‑Denis, France, putting the Steelers and 42‑year‑old Aaron Rodgers at 5-2. Key matchups include the Ravens vs. Bengals (Lamar Jackson out), Texans vs. Giants (J.J. McCarthy starts), and the Lions vs. Packers. The article invites fans to discuss the slate and ends with a primetime Chiefs‑Seahawks preview.
The Falcoholic’s Week 7 thread warns that the Falcons’ season is already slipping after back‑to‑back losses to the Ravens and Bears and a daunting upcoming slate that includes the 49ers, Bengals, Vikings and Chiefs. With the 49ers sitting undefeated and possibly atop the NFC, a win could reignite Atlanta’s playoff hopes, but another defeat may seal another losing season. Fans are invited to discuss the game and rally behind the Falcons.
ESPN reports that Chiefs left tackle Josh Simmons was told to leave a team meeting by head coach Andy Reid and quarterback Patrick Mahomes after he sat with his feet up and cited back and hip pain. The confrontation led to Simmons missing practice, apologizing, and ultimately being placed on Reserve/IR on October 25, 2026, just before a Sunday Night Football clash with the Seattle Seahawks. Team officials say the move allows rehab time, but sources suggest the incident disrupted the meeting and may affect perceptions of Simmons' character and future with Kansas City.
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The Kansas City Chiefs have an opportunity to move to 6-0 on the year but standing in between them doing that is a Sunday night date with the Seattle Seahawks. The Chiefs recently made a flurry of moves.
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