Week 8 MNF features two teams that have been headed in opposite directions over the past few weeks. The Commanders have struggled without Jayden Daniels in 3 of the past 4 games, while the Chiefs are playing their best football of the season. The Commanders will look to improve to 4-4 on the season, while the Chiefs will look to go to 5-3. Here are bold predictions and a final score prediction for tonight’s game.
Chiefs Bold Prediction one
Oct 12, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs running back Isiah Pacheco (10) attempts to make a catch against the Detroit Lions during the second half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images
RB Isiah Pacheco goes over 60 rushing yards for the first time this season and scores his second rushing touchdown.
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Commanders Bold Prediction one
QB Marcus Mariota rushes for 30 yards and a touchdown, but also throws two interceptions, his 3rd and 4th of the year.
Chiefs Bold Prediction two
Rashee Rice continues where he left off in his first game, with another big game, catching 8 passes for 60 yards and his 3rd touchdown of the season.
Commanders Bold Prediction two
Oct 5, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Washington Commanders wide receiver Deebo Samuel Sr. (1) makes a catch against Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Benjamin St-Juste (24) in the second half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
WR Deebo Samuel has only 3 catches for 35 yards, as the Commanders passing offense is held to under 150 yards overall.
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Chiefs Bold Prediction three
QB Patrick Mahomes rushes for 30 yards and throws for 275 yards. He also throws three touchdown passes for the 3rd game in a row.
Commanders Bold Prediction three
Jacory Croskey-Merrit struggles for a 3rd straight game, rushing for under 50 yards and no touchdowns.
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Final Score Prediction:
Oct 19, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) greets fans as he leaves the field after the game against the Las Vegas Raiders at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images
The 3-4 Commanders head to Kansas City to take on the 4-3 Chiefs. The Chiefs are the heavy favorites, with an 11.5-point spread. The Chiefs should cover that spread when you break down the key numbers offensively and defensively. The Chiefs offense ranks 5th in the league in yards per game, while the Commanders defense ranks 27th. The Chiefs defense ranks 3rd in the league in points allowed per game, while the Commanders offense ranks 13th. Expect the Chiefs to dominate from start to finish and win 34-17.
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