Philadelphia Eagles vs Kansas City Chiefs

Philadelphia Eagles traveled to Arrowhead Stadium on Sunday, September 14, 2025, to face the Kansas City Chiefs in a highly anticipated Week 2 matchup. From the opening drive, the Eagles showed determination, with Saquon Barkley breaking through the Chiefs’ defensive line for a 13-yard touchdown, marking his 50th career rushing touchdown. The early score set the tone for a tightly contested game, with both teams exchanging opportunities but struggling to gain a decisive advantage in the first half.

Kicker Jake Elliott played a pivotal role in keeping the Eagles competitive, converting two impressive long-range field goals. His 58-yarder just before halftime tied the game at 10–10, and a 51-yard kick in the third quarter pushed Philadelphia ahead 13–10. Elliott’s reliability under pressure highlighted the importance of special teams in close contests and kept the Eagles in striking distance throughout the game.

Defensively, Philadelphia made a game-changing play in the fourth quarter. Rookie Andrew Mukuba intercepted a Patrick Mahomes pass intended for Travis Kelce after a bobble, immediately swinging momentum in the Eagles’ favor. This turnover led to a short rushing touchdown by Jalen Hurts, extending the Eagles’ lead to 20–10 and forcing the Chiefs to play catch-up in the closing minutes.

The Chiefs responded with urgency as Patrick Mahomes connected with Tyquan Thornton for a 49-yard touchdown, narrowing the deficit to 20–17. Despite their late surge and an attempted onside kick, Kansas City could not recover the ball, leaving the Eagles in control. Mahomes finished with 187 passing yards and a touchdown, but critical mistakes at key moments proved costly against a disciplined Philadelphia squad.

The victory marked the Eagles’ third consecutive win over the Chiefs, including their recent Super Bowl LIX triumph earlier in the year. Philadelphia improved to a 2–0 record, while Kansas City fell to 0–2 for the first time since 2014. With Barkley’s ground game, Hurts’ dual-threat performance, and a strong defensive showing, the Eagles left Arrowhead Stadium with a hard-fought win, setting an early tone for the season and raising questions about the Chiefs’ ability to rebound in their upcoming matchups.