Date: Friday, August 15, 2025
Time: 10:00 PM ET
Location: Lumen Field, Seattle, WA
TV: NFL Network
The Kansas City Chiefs travel to the Pacific Northwest to take on the Seattle Seahawks in a late-night preseason matchup under the lights. Kansas City’s offense looked efficient in their opener, while Seattle is hoping for a bounce-back performance after a shaky start last week.
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Matchup Overview
Kansas City is a 3-point road favorite with the total set at 42.5. Expect the Chiefs to once again split QB reps between Blaine Gabbert, Chris Oladokun, and rookie Kedon Slovis, while the Seahawks will likely lean on Drew Lock and Holton Ahlers after Geno Smith’s brief cameo.
Kansas City Chiefs
Kansas City’s backup offense showed sharp execution last week, highlighted by quick passing and strong run support from Deneric Prince. Defensively, the Chiefs brought steady pressure and forced turnovers, something they’ll try to replicate against Seattle’s inexperienced second-unit offensive line.
Seattle Seahawks
Seattle’s passing attack never fully found its rhythm in Week 1 of the preseason, but RB Zach Charbonnet provided a spark with physical runs. Defensively, the Seahawks’ front was solid against the run but gave up several chunk plays through the air — a concern against a deep Kansas City WR group.
Betting Odds
- Spread: Chiefs -3 / Seahawks +3
- Total (O/U): 42.5
- Moneyline: Chiefs -160 / Seahawks +135
(Odds via ESPN BET at time of writing — subject to change)
Prediction
Kansas City’s offensive depth looks more polished than Seattle’s at this stage, and the Chiefs’ defensive front should control the line of scrimmage late in the game. Seattle’s best chance will be establishing a run game early to keep KC’s backups off the field, but that’s easier said than done.
Projected Final Score:
Chiefs 24 – Seahawks 17
- Total Points: 41 → ✅ Under 42.5
- Margin: 7 points → ✅ Chiefs cover -3
Best Bets
- Chiefs -3 (-110) – KC’s QB rotation has the edge in experience.
- Under 42.5 (-110) – Depth defenses should limit big plays late.
- First Half Chiefs -1.5 (-110) – Expect Kansas City to set the tone early.
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