CONFIRMED: Kansas City Chiefs vs. Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium Has Been Rescheduled — Mark Your Calendars!

Football fans, get ready — the Kansas City Chiefs and Las Vegas Raiders matchup originally set for the end of the 2025 NFL season has been officially rescheduled and locked in on the calendar, giving supporters in Las Vegas and across the AFC West a new date to plan for and anticipate.

Here’s everything you need to know about the update:

17 New Date & Kickoff Time

T Game: Kansas City Chiefs at Las Vegas Raiders

• Venue: Allegiant Stadium – Paradise, NV Las Vegas Raiders

iz New Date: Sunday, January 4, 2026

Kickoff: 1:25 p.m. PT (4:25 p.m. ET)

Broadcast: CBS national television (local blackouts/streaming may vary)

Fans should mark their calendars and adjust travel plans accordingly — this rescheduled clash now serves as the final regular-season game for both teams and represents a classic AFC West rivalry moment at Allegiant Stadium.

& What’s at Stake

Although both the Chiefs and Raiders are no longer in postseason contention, this matchup carries emotional and narrative weight for several reasons:

Chiefs’ Season Finale: The Chiefs will conclude a challenging campaign that has included injuries, roster changes, and a disappointing 6-10 record heading into Week 18.

Raiders’ Draft Implications: A loss for the Raiders could cement the No.

1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, adding strategic urgency to their approach.

Rivalry Legacy: Despite this season’s struggles, Chiefs-Raiders games are

steeped in history, and Week 18 provides a chance to close out the campaign

with pride on the line.

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Fan Experience and Atmosphere

Allegiant Stadium – one of the most high-energy venues in the NFL — will be buzzing on January 4 as the rivalry unfolds in front of a national audience.

Expect a passionate crowd atmosphere, with both fanbases eager to support their teams despite playoff elimination.

Tickets for the rescheduled matchup are already on sale, with options across

general seating and premium experiences available through official outlets like

Ticketmaster.

For fans attending in person, arrival times and logistics are key — doors typically open early, and with a prime afternoon kickoff, planning your entry and parking or transit ahead of time will make gameday smoother and more enjoyable.

This rescheduled Chiefs-Raiders matchup isn’t just another game — it’s the capstone of the 2025 NFL regular season.

While neither franchise will be playoff bound, the stakes extend beyond the scoreboard:

It represents closure for a roller-coaster year for both teams. Las Vegas Raiders

It could provide momentum or clarity heading into the offseason. Las Vegas

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For players on the cusp of free agency or roster competition, standout performances could shape futures.

Plus, January football at Allegiant Stadium promises a vibrant gameday – even outside of playoff implications.

A Final Reminder

Here’s your updated, official information:

17 Date: Sunday, January 4, 2026

• Kickoff: 1:25 p.m. PT / 4:25 p.m. ET

P Venue: Allegiant Stadium – Las Vegas

2 TV: CBS national coverage

Forget the original date. This is the one that matters.

Mark your calendars, Chiefs and Raiders fans — football’s final chapter of the regular season has a new home, and it’s going to be one to remember.