Chiefs Aim to Maintain Unbeaten Streak Against Buccaneers in Prime Time Clash
Kansas City faces Tampa Bay with a perfect record, bolstered by new additions and a strong defense.
- The Kansas City Chiefs, currently 7-0, will host the 4-4 Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Monday night, aiming to extend their winning streak to 14 games.
- Chiefs' quarterback Patrick Mahomes, despite a higher interception count this season, looks to leverage new wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins against Tampa Bay's struggling defense.
- Baker Mayfield leads the NFL with 21 touchdown passes but will face a formidable Kansas City defense ranked fifth in total and scoring defense.
- The Buccaneers have been inconsistent, losing three of their last four games, and will be without key offensive players Mike Evans and Chris Godwin due to injuries.
- Kansas City's ground game has been revitalized by Kareem Hunt, who has contributed significantly since rejoining the team, complementing their strong defensive efforts.