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Chiefs and Rams square off in NFL preseason opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 11:30 AM

Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Chiefs and Rams square off in NFL preseason opener

Summary

The Kansas City Chiefs host the Los Angeles Rams in their NFL preseason Week 1 game on August 15. With significant changes to both rosters, including new players like Kenneth Walker III and Mansoor Delane, the focus will be on developing backup roles as starters likely see limited action. Staff predictions for the matchup suggest a mix of strategies for both teams, emphasizing the importance of performance for rookies and depth players. The Chiefs aim to improve from a winless preseason last year and establish their offensive line and run game early in the contest.

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Status Watch

•Chiefs face Rams in NFL preseason Week 1 on August 15.
•Key players include Kenneth Walker III and Mansoor Delane.
•Starters like Patrick Mahomes expected to see limited action.
•Focus on backup quarterbacks and rookie performances.
•Chiefs seek to improve from last year's winless preseason.

Latest Updates

11:23 PMYahoo Sports — Final score: Rams defeat Chiefs 20-12 in Week 1 of NFL preseason
11:30 AMYahoo Sports — Predictions for KC Chiefs vs. LA Rams in NFL preseason Week 1

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Take a look at our staff predictions for the Kansas City Chiefs' matchup against the Los Angeles Rams in Week 1 of the NFL preseason.
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